Running Training Theory– category –
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What Is Fartlek Training? Benefits, Paces & Workouts
Questions This Article Answers What is fartlek training? What benefits does fartlek training offer? How do I structure a fartlek workout? Many runners want t... -
VO2max Interval Training — The Most Effective Workouts, Backed by Research
Questions This Article Answers What is the purpose and benefit of VO2max interval training? How do I set the right pace and rest for VO2max interval training... -
Marathon Tapering: The Science Behind Peaking on Race Day
Questions This Article Answers How many days before a marathon or 5,000m race should I start tapering? What's the difference between tapering and peaking? Ho... -
Hill Sprints for Distance Runners: Science-Backed Guide
Questions This Article Answers Do distance runners actually need hill sprints? I'm not sure what benefits hill sprints actually provide What gradient and dis... -
Treadmill Running Guide: How to Set Incline, Speed, and Intensity
Questions This Article Answers How do I set the speed and incline on a treadmill effectively? How can I get the same training effect as running outdoors? Wha... -
Jakob Ingebrigtsen Training: Norwegian Double Threshold Method
Questions This Article Answers What does Jakob Ingebrigtsen's training actually look like? What are the effects of each workout and how are they performed? W... -
What Is Sweet Spot Training? A Science-Based SST Guide for Runners
Questions This Article Answers Do I have to do LT runs to improve my lactate threshold? What's the ideal continuous-run pace for raising lactate threshold mo... -
Tempo Run: What It Is, Why It Works, and How to Do It
Questions This Article Answers How do I actually do a tempo run (threshold run)? What is the purpose of tempo runs? How do I find the right tempo run pace fo...