TODAY, DO A 35 MINUTE RACE-PACE (RP) RUN AT LEVEL 3-4 INTENSITY (75-90% MHR). Race-Pace workouts are constant efforts at racing intensities that are designed to develop the skills necessary to race well. This includes the mental and physical aspects of being able to hold a constant pace for a prolonged period of time. For this workout, warm up for 15 minutes, then run at a steady pace, holding level 3-4 intensity, for 35 minutes. Don't start out too hard during these efforts; be conservative and you'll be able to keep going strong the whole time. This will teach you to be patient during the marathon, and not to burn yourself out early. Cool-down for 15 minutes by walking or jogging.
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