It really is a case of more of the same. Good habits, consistency. You’ll continue to make gains and see that 5k time come down. 21:29 for me last week so hoping if I can get some of my pace back we’ll be able to do a parkrun or race together quite soon. Which would be cool. Keep up the great work Glenn.
Working on our arms as runners is mainly superficial in truth, in the sense it won’t improve our running much but can help with confidence. Who doesn’t want bigger guns? This session should take no more than 30 mins, combine 2 exercises together (superset) to reduce the total time.
10 Mins WU @ Easy Pace (RPE: 2)
4 Mins @ 5K Pace (RPE: 8)
2 Mins Recovery
x 5
10 Mins CD @ Easy Pace (RPE: 3)
Ideally you’re looking to match or beat your current 5k pace. This is a really simple but effective session. Working to time rather than distance allows you to do these sessions with runners of different ability. Very best of luck,
*reps/seconds on both sides
A really good home workout for the core and legs. If new to this, don’t worry about hitting the seconds or reps. Do what you can and slowly build up to the targets.
For example you might find you can only hold a plank for 20 seconds at first, which is fine. Don’t push too hard that you get injured. You’ll soon get strong and be able to add more seconds.
Keep the RPE down, have a chit chat & Don’t forget those strides 😜
“Rest days are key. Our body adapts and gets stronger when we rest & recovery. Have a good one!”
2km WU @ Easy Pace (RPE: 3)
5k @ Marathon Pace (RPE: 4)
5k @ Half Marathon Pace (RPE: 6)
2km CD @ Easy Pace (RPE: 3)
A good session to mix up paces. WU & CD very important to slowly build the pace. A flat route is ideal here if you can.
90 Mins @ Easy Pace (RPE: 3)
Keep this nice and easy. Focus on good form & efficient running economy. RPE should be around the 3/10 which means you can run and chat.