The Windlace Blog: running guides, page 6

Training

Fartlek training: what it is and how to do it

What "speed play" means, why it works, six fartlek workouts and how it differs from interval training.

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What is a recovery run, and do you need one?

The right recovery run pace and length, when to run one instead of resting, and when to take the day off.

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How long should your long run be?

Simple long run rules by race distance and weekly mileage, the right pace, and how fast to build up.

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Interval training for runners: a simple guide

What intervals are, the right pace and rest, six classic workouts and how often to do them safely.

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What is a tempo run, and how do you do one?

The right tempo pace, how it differs from threshold runs, five tempo workouts and how often to do them.

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How slow should an easy run be?

Four simple ways to find your easy run pace, and why running slowly most days makes you faster.

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