Speed training is a term we use for a workout consisting of a mixture of longer easier running with a session of very fast and short sprint work early in the run. Where long runs focus on the cardiovascular system and intervals runs on the metabolic system, strides improve neuromuscular coordination (the brain’s ability to…
Strides are generally 10-25 second (50-150m for most runners) controlled sprints. Where aerobic runs focus on the cardiovascular system and anaerobic runs the metabolic system, strides improve neuromuscular coordination (the brain’s ability to fire motor units in muscles quickly and efficiently). Strides can be employed with benefits throughout all phases of your training programme. The…
Windsprints are shorter anaerobic interval sessions introduced when it is still necessary to do some anaerobic training but advisable to drop the volume and increase the intensity. They are used for sharpening and becoming accustomed to changes in pace in racing. “If you run 20×400 metres, you will be at it a long time and…
Cut-downs are sprint sessions where the sprint pace increases for each repeat as the athlete works on improving their speed and form. Instruction: Warm-up by jogging easily for minimum of 15 minutes Run fast 3 times over approximately 100m, increasing the speed each time Take 2-3 minutes easy recovery jog to regain your breath and…
