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Josh Whiting · 04-20-2007, 08:10 AM

I'm really talking about a tempo run in the distance running sense. A hard, but not all out, effort. You can do this for time or distance. I suppose if you think about the fastest you can cover a distance you should aim for about 80% of that. You should be working hard and but able to stay relaxed(ish) and concentrate on good running form. I wouldn't go for more than 30 minutes.

You could always replace this with longer repeats say from a mile upwards.

The concertina effect is a bitch, but easily remedied by getting to the front and staying there!

I'm sure you will be able to become a strong runner by the time you get there.

04-20-2007, 08:10 AM	#14
Josh Whiting Member Join Date: Dec 2006 Posts: 69	I'm really talking about a tempo run in the distance running sense. A hard, but not all out, effort. You can do this for time or distance. I suppose if you think about the fastest you can cover a distance you should aim for about 80% of that. You should be working hard and but able to stay relaxed(ish) and concentrate on good running form. I wouldn't go for more than 30 minutes. You could always replace this with longer repeats say from a mile upwards. The concertina effect is a bitch, but easily remedied by getting to the front and staying there! I'm sure you will be able to become a strong runner by the time you get there.