I am going to start off negative. I am sorry for being debbie but Tempo Runs are pointless to me. The whole long distance training is new and coming from a sprinter I am finding the best approach is to have 2 days of running:
1st sprint day and the 2nd just go all out. Ultimately on the second day just see how far you can go: Run, Walk, Jog, whatever. The goal is to try and take yourself to a level you have never been before with long distance running. I say this because currently my girlfriend is training for her second marathon and before starting this journey I would constantly pick her brain about what training template worked the best. From an outside perspective, of someone who doesn't run marathons prior to this I thought marathon training was about running 4-5 days a week. The more I read the more I realize that running is the last thing on marathoners minds. Its all about recovery.
Embrace The Journey
"It's All about the Process not about the Present."
So now that I got that somewhat meaningless rant out of my system here is my tempo workout:
1. Soft Tissue + Mobility
2. 3 Miles in 31mins
3. Post Stretches
And go ahead make fun of the meathead who runs a 10 minute mile. The biggest concern and adjustment that I need to make is my style of running. I am way to calf dominate and ahead of my feet leaving my quads and hammy's to waist. For me to be a great runner my
posterior chain has to lead the way. (
Posterior Chain- Glutes, Hamstrings, and Lower Back)
Quick Grinding Facts
Time: 45mins
Podcasts: None
Music: Lecrae and Mase
Strengths: Inner Strength
Weaknesses: Being able to run at a steady rate for a period of time.
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