18-06-2012, 09:45 AM
Hi TheEd,
A quick question:
I was looking at my training paces and I noticed that I do a lot most of my easy training sessions at a 6-minute pace.
When put my stats into McMillan's calculator, it points to a 4:24 to 4:42 optimal pace for easy runs. I see that Albert (who's at a same level time-wise, although with more running experience it seems) does his easy runs below a 5:00 pace.
Should I up the tempo in my easy runs:confused:? Or should I first get more used to the increased mileage before doing so? I could work from HR, but it I think the decision is more dependent on what's smart for my bones & tendons than cardiovascular intensity.
Your thoughts on this issue are much appreciated!
Will
P.S. My hip is not bothering me anymore
A quick question:
I was looking at my training paces and I noticed that I do a lot most of my easy training sessions at a 6-minute pace.
When put my stats into McMillan's calculator, it points to a 4:24 to 4:42 optimal pace for easy runs. I see that Albert (who's at a same level time-wise, although with more running experience it seems) does his easy runs below a 5:00 pace.
Should I up the tempo in my easy runs:confused:? Or should I first get more used to the increased mileage before doing so? I could work from HR, but it I think the decision is more dependent on what's smart for my bones & tendons than cardiovascular intensity.
Your thoughts on this issue are much appreciated!
Will
P.S. My hip is not bothering me anymore