127. Running too fast on easy days? Why slower miles can make you faster

Run4PRs · Oct 28, 2021 · 45m

HOW DOES EASY RUNNING MAKE YOU FASTER? 🤔 Podcast Episode #127 🎙 . There are many running philosophies out there. 99% of them agree that easy running is the foundation of a training plan for any distance runner . “Easy running” can create some grey area for runners. What is easy? 🤷‍♂️ Runners can have a distorted view on what “easy” means. Distance runners are taught to “push through the pain”. We know how to push ourselves to the limits. Sometimes we aren't slowing down enough on our easy days . As coaches, we are firm believers in the 80/20 rule from Matt Fitzgerald. 80% of your weekly…