Posted by David Hanenburg on 25 Aug 2008 | Tagged as: running, training
Have you ever wondered if you are running efficiently? Could you run faster just by changing your form a bit? Do you have a reoccurring injury and just can’t seem to explain it?
I was a bit curious of these questions and on Saturday I visited a Koala Health & Wellness Center and had a gait […]
Posted by David Hanenburg on 13 Aug 2008 | Tagged as: inspiration, road running, running, training
Ultra-runner and fitness promoter Dean Karnazes completed that crazy adventure of 50 marathons in 50 days back in 2006 while trying to inspire others to get off the couch and move the body. Most probably thought he was a nut (aren’t all endurance athletes) but I bet there are a good number exercising today thanks […]
Posted by David Hanenburg on 24 Jul 2008 | Tagged as: misc ramblings, training
Today was one of those special days when the workout felt great throughout and passed by with controlled ease.
The workout was a 4×1 mile at Threshold/Tempo pace. I set the grade to 2%, warmed up for a mile, and then began the Threshold repeats. I focused on relaxed body, breathing, and posture. Each mile just […]
Posted by David Hanenburg on 23 Jul 2008 | Tagged as: road running, running, training
Here is another method to help with determining your training pace for various types of running workouts. Your VDOT!
VDOT paces provide quite similar results as McMillan Running Calculator but only provide one specific pace for a particular type of workout (Easy, Threshold, Interval, etc) versus a range.
VDOT was created by famous American running coach Jack […]
Posted by David Hanenburg on 17 Jul 2008 | Tagged as: misc ramblings, training
Jack Daniels states that it takes 6 weeks to completely adapt to a training stress. He recommends training under a constant stress for a minimum of 3-4 weeks before adding to this stress with increased distance or intensity.
So…my question is why are most training plans built using a build-build-build-recovery (3 week build / 1 week […]
Posted by David Hanenburg on 24 Jun 2008 | Tagged as: road running, running, training
Are you running too fast or too slow for your workout?
If you are unsure about that answer and you like to train based off of pace, Mcmillan Running provides a very cool running calculator that will provide your training pace range for various types of training such as long, tempo, and interval/speed work.
All you have […]
Posted by David Hanenburg on 15 Jun 2008 | Tagged as: nutrition, running, training
Since I had some hydration issues last weekend during a two hour run, I figured I better get this under control So, yesterday during my long run (23 miles) I decided to force the fluid/electrolyte consumption and see how the body responded.
My goal was to consume 20oz per hour while running in an easy/aerobic pace. […]
Posted by David Hanenburg on 12 Jun 2008 | Tagged as: road running, running, trail running, training
With a more recent focus on purely running I wanted to become more knowledgeable on the training aspects of the sport. While visiting McMillian Running I watched a preview of the DVD, Jack Daniels - The Art and Science of Running. With Jack Daniels being a coaching Icon in the sport, I […]
Posted by David Hanenburg on 11 Jun 2008 | Tagged as: nutrition, road running, running, trail running, training
As the temperatures rise during the summer months, I was reminded of the need to manage fluid consumption. The short of it, I lost 4% of my pre-run weight after a 2 hour long run that included 21 oz of water mixed with HEED and Endurolytes. A 4% loss is not good!
From what I […]
Posted by David Hanenburg on 28 May 2008 | Tagged as: nutrition, training
Words no athlete wants to experience: Bonk - Dehydration - Bloating - Cramps
If you are looking for some endurance sports nutrition and fueling insight, Hammer Nutrition provides a free resource, Guide to Success - Fueling Handbook which provides tips to improve your performances or just help you finish an event with a smile on your […]
