Real Life Runners with Angie and Kevin Brown

412: What to Do Now for Your Fall Race: Why Summer Training Matters More Than You Think


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In this episode of the Real Life Runners podcast, we discuss the importance of starting fall race preparation during the summer months, particularly June and July. We delve into the concept of cycle stacking, emphasizing the need to lay a strong foundation now to avoid last-minute rush and stress. Key topics include the importance of strength training, building mental toughness, adapting to heat, and incorporating up and down weeks for better adaptation and reduced injury risk.

The episode also highlights the flexibility required during summer schedules and vacations, encouraging runners to redefine consistency and integrate new training strategies that align with their current life circumstances.


05:00 Importance of Summer Training for Fall Races

08:20 Cycle Stacking: Building a Strong Foundation

12:04 Adapting Training for Runners Over 40

14:33 Strength Training and Addressing Imbalances

18:26 Mental Training and Consistency

21:50 The Power of Up and Down Weeks

25:57 Planning Ahead for Recovery

26:16 Balancing Business and Training

27:33 Training in the Heat

29:12 Heat Adaptation Benefits

34:34 Summer Training Strategies

39:30 Creative Training Solutions



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