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Tempo Runs: What Most Runners Don't Know

Jul 02, 202430 minSeason 5Ep. 37
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Episode description

The what, why, when and how of tempo runs so you can beast out on your next race (or just run comfortably faster and get better at it… sometimes)


Tempo runs are essential for boosting your race times and daily running routine. They are a critical bridge between aerobic endurance efforts (80% easy running) and high-intensity training (20% hard running). I'll go deep into how tempo runs will transform your running efficiency, mental resilience, and overall fitness from 5k fun runners to marathon and even ultra-runners.


Timestamps of what you'll learn


  • [00:00] Introduction to tempo runs and their importance in training.
  • [02:09] Understanding the role of tempo runs in base training and race preparation.
  • [04:06] Exploring the relationship between tempo runs and the gray zone.
  • [06:06] Implementing different paced tempo runs for specific race goals.
  • [07:11] Importance of tempo runs for different race distances.
  • [08:30] Delving into the science behind lactate and the glycolytic system.
  • [10:08] Debunking myths about lactate and lactic acid in running.
  • [13:02] Personal insights on slow, medium, and fast tempo runs.
  • [16:19] The impact of tempo runs on glycogen depletion and recovery.
  • [20:47] Understanding when to avoid tempo runs for optimal performance.


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