18 POINTS
Keep that RPE down. You want to be able to run and chat, speaking of which, joining a group can add to the enjoyment here.
Another decent week with over 150pts up for grabs. Tuck in with the 45 pacer on Sunday and see what happens, should be fun.
Keep that RPE down. You want to be able to run and chat, speaking of which, joining a group can add to the enjoyment here.
Combining legs and arms into one session. Working the upper body isn’t essential as runners but it’s good to feel strong and it can help with technique. You can switch out some of these exercises for similar alternatives if you find it easier. Just be careful not to overwork the same muscle groups.
A great form of cross trainer for us runners. Take a few minutes to warm up at find your stride but then push hard. You can real bang for your buck with just 30 mins on the stair climber. I hit around level 10 when doing these but find the right speed for you that you can maintain, but you find this tough.
A stretching routine you can do daily to help with your flexibility. 30 seconds for each stretch is plenty.
Keep that RPE down. You want to be able to run and chat, speaking of which, joining a group can add to the enjoyment here.
“Rest days are key. Our body adapts and gets stronger when we rest & recovery. Have a good one!”
A good all round session to work the legs and core. You should have built up to this fairly gradually, so don’t dive in head first as you want to take your time building your strength. Be sensible with the weights to begin with.
If short on time combine 2 exercises together (superset) them to save on the recoveries. Ideally one leg exercises and one core exercise where possible. Eg squats and planks.
A great form of cross trainer for us runners. Take a few minutes to warm up at find your stride but then push hard. You can real bang for your buck with just 30 mins on the stair climber. I hit around level 10 when doing these but find the right speed for you that you can maintain, but you find this tough.
A pretty challenging session working on your upper body and the core. Both are important as runners to ensure we continue to run with good form.
20 Mins Elliptical (RPE: 6-7)
A good way to boost cardio whilst reducing the risk of injury. The elliptical can tone muscles and improve endurance whilst being gentle on your joints.
2km WU @ Easy Pace (RPE: 2)
8 x 100 metres Strides (RPE: 9)
10km @ 10km Pace (RPE: 6-8)
2km CD @ Easy Pace (RPE: 3)
Control what you can. The warm up, strides, getting the early pace right and staying positive when it gets tough. You got this!! If it’s a hilly route do your research.