Running... Although it may seem the easiest of all three of triathlon's disciplines, I find it one of the hardest to master. I'm still learning what works for me but here are a few tips and secrets:
1. Running every second day is one the best ways to help aid in recovery. Often, running 2-3 times a day is better than running everyday, as long as it's backed up with that much more recovery. This isn't for everyone but for females an important aspect to consider. Females lose calcium faster than males, and the 'pounding' from running causes a lot of acidosis in the body. Running one day on/one day off can help with this and provide the body with enough time to recover and replenish itself.
2. Strength is an important aspect to consider in your running. A great way to incorporate strength is running hills prior to a harder workout. This will help recruit more muscle fibers - those you will want to call upon in the next workout! The goal is to fire them, not tire them.
More to come!
1. Running every second day is one the best ways to help aid in recovery. Often, running 2-3 times a day is better than running everyday, as long as it's backed up with that much more recovery. This isn't for everyone but for females an important aspect to consider. Females lose calcium faster than males, and the 'pounding' from running causes a lot of acidosis in the body. Running one day on/one day off can help with this and provide the body with enough time to recover and replenish itself.
2. Strength is an important aspect to consider in your running. A great way to incorporate strength is running hills prior to a harder workout. This will help recruit more muscle fibers - those you will want to call upon in the next workout! The goal is to fire them, not tire them.
More to come!
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