Tuesday, August 2, 2011

Training mistakes - Not following a training plan

Not following a training plan

Why It’s Bad: This is a common problem, especially for recreational runners. If your training isn’t planned and progressive, you’ll usually train at the same intensity and distance all the time. This can lead to over-training, poor performance or injury. It’s also one reason many runners hit a wall three-quarters through the race.

The Fix: Adopt a program, and not just any one-size-fits-all plan. Make sure it’s tailored to your fitness level, starting slow and building up. Visit the Adidas miCoach Plan section and select the program that best describes your current ability level. Pick the Run a Race: Marathon category if this is your first or second marathon, or pick the Finish Faster: Marathon category if you’re looking to improve on your time.

Cheers and keep running!

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