This is the second part of the article on Weekly Periodisation: the first can be found here. Day 1 Day 2 Day 3 Day 4…
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Articles that are of interest and benefit for people training for marathon’s and half marathons
Periodisation of Training: Weekly Periodisation Part 1
Periodisation is a term used by coaches and sports scientists alike to describe the concept of varying training load and/or stimulus to maximise the benefits…
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Friday Fartlek Run: Moller’s 2-Milers
This session provides you with a great Tempo run and was a favourite of Lorraine Moller’s. I remember being inspired by her as I watched her run…
View More Friday Fartlek Run: Moller’s 2-MilersRest and Recovery: How to Recover from Racing and Training Better
Does your training and racing leave you tired and shattered? Want to get back up and going quicker after events or training sessions?
View More Rest and Recovery: How to Recover from Racing and Training BetterAsk Coach Ray
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Friday Fartlek Run: Yasso 800’s
This session provides you with a great speed work session that will benefit you whether you are training for a 5km or a marathon. It can…
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Friday Fartlek Run: 2,000m/1,600m/1,200m/800m/400m
This session is great at developing your ability to sustain a maximal effort.
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Technology is evolving at a great pace. Heart Rate (HR) monitors are getting more features and are linking in with other training tools that can…
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Friday Fartlek Run: Ross Creek Intervals
In this session, I did a number of times when I was living in Dunedin and running the fastest I have ever run (sub 34…
View More Friday Fartlek Run: Ross Creek IntervalsExercise Associated Muscle Cramp (EAMC)
There are a number of causes of cramp, but the most likely that we as runners, cyclist and swimmers are going to be dealing with is…
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