17-Mile Progressive Long Run

Workout - 17-Mile Progressive Long Run

• 0.0mi @ 7'45''/mi
• 0.0mi @ 7'20''/mi
• 0.0mi @ 6'38''/mi
• 8min @ 8'00''/mi

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Here’s a breakdown of “17 Mile LONG RUN With @TheWelshRunner” from The FOD Runner. The video offers solid insights you can bring into your own training. Watch the full version to catch all the nuances we’re covering here.

Key points

• Run easy, finish strong. Long runs work best when you maintain a conversational, low-intensity pace for most of the distance, then gradually pick up the tempo in the final miles. Running faster when your legs are fatigued creates a different training stimulus from dedicated speed sessions. Want to add more structured speed work to your week? Check out Mastering Interval Training: Science-Backed Workouts and How a Smart App Can Personalize Them.
• Rest is performance. When the host took a day off after feeling worn down, they noticed a significant jump in performance the following day. Rest is when your body actually adapts and gets stronger.
• Listen to your body. Feeling “ropey,” as the host says? A rest day isn’t a step back. It’s a smart training decision.
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References

• 17 Mile LONG RUN With ‪@TheWelshRunner‬ | FOD Runner - YouTube (YouTube Video)