by zaadmin | Dec 18, 2011 | Training
Further information to make a success out of your 10k training programs. Please note, this Build Up is only recommended for those who have trained on the 10k training programs previously. Do not start with the Build Up if you have not trained on the programs The Build...
by zaadmin | Dec 16, 2011 | Training
Further information to make a success out of your 10k training programs. You have been training on the program for 3 to 4 months and you are beginning to feel jaded and the progress has become a little slower. It is time to rest. Rest and recovery is most important....
by zaadmin | Dec 16, 2011 | Training
Water running in the deep end of the pool is quite advantageous as an alternative workout for run training. There are a few reasons why I recommend water running in an athlete’s training plan. One of the primary reasons is if the athlete has an injury that will not...
by zaadmin | Dec 16, 2011 | Training
Train at percentage HRmax It is generally accepted that, aerobic capacity is developed by exercising with your heart rate at about 70% of maximum. During walking, or running, this increase is equivalent to about 55% of the VO2 max or, for college aged men and women,...
by zaadmin | Dec 16, 2011 | Training
Overtraining is a problem which affects a number of athletes at some time in their running career. Often an athlete is sufficiently lucky to pickup a minor injury or a touch of influenza that curtails their training. Runners are often compulsive by nature, this can...
by zaadmin | Dec 16, 2011 | Training
Listed below are the warning signs of overtraining: In the Muscles Persistent soreness and stiffness in the muscles, joints and tendons. Heavy – leggedness. Emotional Symptoms Loss of interest in training. Nervousness – a heightened state Depression – humour is...