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s4/e06 How (& Why) To Increase Your Running Volume with Coach Elisabeth


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Let's run MORE!! Why? In this episode with Coach Elisabeth, we talk about how to increase running volume effectively and the importance of finding the right balance between volume and frequency, and the relationship between volume and speed. Practical tips for adding volume to your training week include adding another day of running and distributing volume increases throughout the week, plus the importance of easy effort running and the limitations of the 10% rule. She also highlights the varying volume of elite runners and the dedication and time required to achieve aggressive performance goals. She encourages runners to maintain a love for running and not sacrifice it for arbitrary goals

KEY TAKEAWAYS!

  • Increasing running volume can lead to improved performance, but it's important to find the right balance for your individual goals and abilities.
  • Adding another day of running and distributing volume increases throughout the week are effective ways to increase training volume.
  • Easy effort running is crucial for safely increasing volume and preventing injury.
  • The 10% rule is a guideline that can be helpful, but it's not a hard and fast rule and may not be appropriate for all runners.
  • Volume guidelines for different race distances can provide a general framework for setting training goals. Set realistic goals and consider the time and dedication required to achieve them.
  • Volume plays a crucial role in marathon training and can greatly impact performance.
  • Elite runners have varying volume levels, but higher volume tends to lead to better performance.
  • Maintain a love for running and don't sacrifice it for arbitrary goals.
  • Increase volume gradually and distribute frequency throughout the week for better results.
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