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FITMAS: Day 6 of 12- Stride into Speed & 5 Tips to Run in Winter
Category: Health
Duration: 00:41:43
Publish Date: 2023-12-18 12:00:00
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Join Jay and Angi on the Do Hard Things podcast as we dive into cold weather running. We tackle the unique challenge of running during the winter months. From smart layering strategies to maintaining a strong mental game, we cover everything you need to transform your winter runs from a dreaded chore to as something you look forward to as part of your fitness journey.


FITMAS…. FITMAS Challenge…. On the 6th Day of FITMAS my coach gave me…. STRIDE INTO SPEED! 

FITMAS Challenge: The Purpose of Strides: Strides are not just another run; they're a purposeful exercise designed to boost your speed and running efficiency.

Here's your mission: Run 20 Minutes at an Easy Pace: Maintain a Heart Rate Zone 2/Conversation Pace.

Strides:

-Five sets of quick/easy strides during the middle or end of your run.

-Each stride lasts about 20 seconds.

-Start at an easy pace, gradually increase speed, reach your 5K race pace, then slowly decelerate.

-Rest for 60-90 seconds between each stride.

Strides Are Not Sprints:

-The purpose is to improve speed and running economy.

-Train your body to run more relaxed and comfortable at your race pace.

-Ideal Setting:

-Look for a flat/level area or a slight decline, about 100m in length (soccer field or straight on a track).

Benefits of Strides:

-Bring blood into your working muscles.

-Wake up your legs.

-Prepare your mind for the race ahead.

-Strengthen fast-twitch muscle fibers.

-Improve running form.
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