Endurance Explained

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[Endurance Explained @Endurance_Exp]

Two vs Three Workout Per Week running programs - Part 1

[Chris Sauer @ChrisSauerXC]

My official stance on XC tie breakers:

If the top-5 runners from each team couldn't decide who was the better team, then I don't see why scoring the same top-5 but in a different way makes much sense

The 6th runner shows who has more depth and makes the full team matter more

[Jason Fitzgerald @JasonFitz1]

The frustrating/cool part of running is that it can't be rushed.

Your body can't absorb more stress than is reasonable. You usually can't handle "too much, too soon, too fast." There is no shortcut.

Becoming a good runner is a test of patience, one training session at a time.

[Endurance Explained @Endurance_Exp]

Bell Curves in Training:
Finding the ideal training spot to maximize performance and limit risk

[Coaching Distance @CoachDistance]

For coaches that have coached over a decade:
Has your approach to training and racing changed? If so, how? Your experience could be a short-cut for a fellow coach just starting out in the game!

🟢Personally, I mix workout intensities more and almost never talk about splits when it comes to racing. I used to be polar opposite in both areas.

[Endurance Explained @Endurance_Exp]

@CoachDistance - Volumes drifted higher (Mileage and workouts)
- More mixed paces
- Fast workouts are tempered with LT
- Workouts are easier -- No longer maximize every session and just want a solid win even on a bad day
- Smaller mileage jumps but more consistently throughout the year

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Progressing tempo volume

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Reframing Missed Mileage

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Breaking the mold without breaking the progression

How do you go off script in training and still keep things headed in the right direction?
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Muscle Activation differences in flat vs. uphill running

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Minimum vs. Maximum Effective Dose

Why do we shoot for the minimum effective dose and not the maximum effective dose?

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Minimum vs. Maximum Effective Dose

Why do we shoot for the minimum effective dose and not the maximum effective dose?

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Feeling Prepared > Feeling "Good"

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Time Off Between Seasons

A different way to structure time off to recover after a long season

[Endurance Explained @Endurance_Exp]

Time Off Between Seasons

A different way to structure time off to recover after a long season

[Chris Sauer @ChrisSauerXC]

There are very few "great workouts" when looked at in isolation

A great workout in the wrong place or with the wrong progression surrounding it can cause just as many problems as a "bad workout" on its own

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Building a Miler - Part 2
Addressing the Metabolic Demands

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Mark Belger set the 880-yard high school national record and in college went on to earn the most gold watches at #pennrelays with 10 total