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How to Optimally Plan Your Tune-up Races

02.04.2022 - By RunnersConnect : Running Coaching CommunityPlay

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There are several strategies for scheduling and executing tune up races and when done right, they can enhance your fitness and boost your confidence for the big day.   But, if they’re not done right, they can add extra risk, like not recovering enough, and unnecessary stress to your schedule.   On today’s show, I’m going to talk all about tune up races. You’ll learn: when to add a tune up race for maximum benefit and minimum risk how to run your tune up race to best prepare you for your goal race, and alternative ways to use tune ups in your schedule If you’re gearing up for a spring race and looking to add tune-up races to your schedule (or already have and might be worried it’s too close or too much), this is a must-listen! Connect, Comment, Community Follow RunnersConnect on Instagram Join the Elite Treatment where you get first dibs on everything RTTT each month! Runners Connect Winner's Circle Facebook Community  RunnersConnect Facebook page GET EXPERT COACHING AT RUNNERSCONNECT! This week’s show brought to you by: RunnersConnect If you’re running a spring half, full or ultra, now is the time to start putting together your fueling plan. To help you out, we’re giving you free access to our revolutionary glycogen calculator. This calculator will tell you exactly how many carbohydrates you’re going to burn during the marathon and calculate when you’ll hit the wall so you can ensure you’re properly fueled.  Check it out for free at runnersconnect.net/fuel

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