What sort of Bob Schul/Mihaily Igloi training would be appropriate for over 60 runners?

None.

Thank you...anyone else?

Seriously.

Over 60 it really becomes a question of what is the best mix of volume, intensity and cross training that your body can handle without injury. Everyone is different and there is no ideal formula. Some people go long and slow. Some go short and fast. Some do all cross training for their recovery work. Some cross training is necessary for core fitness and back and upper body strength. Beyond that it is an experimental process of figuring out what you have enthusiasm to do and what generates the most fitness for you. Good luck with it.

Cross training is not neCessary for us older guys.

A strong core is a myth perpetuated by gym culture. Do workouts, do easy days, run distance,race-- just like we'Ve always done. Just less of it.

runnerwhoprofesses wrote:

Cross training is not neCessary for us older guys.

A strong core is a myth perpetuated by gym culture. Do workouts, do easy days, run distance,race-- just like we'Ve always done. Just less of it.

I respectfully disagree based on my personal experience. I have a sedentary job and running alone (I average around 50mpw) does not give me the back and arm strength I need to perform at my best in my racing.

runnerwhoprofesses wrote:

Cross training is not neCessary for us older guys.

A strong core is a myth perpetuated by gym culture. Do workouts, do easy days, run distance,race-- just like we'Ve always done. Just less of it.

Yeah right. If you have arthritis you should train just like an elite runner, only "less of it".

Thank you for the Serious responses. I'm reluctantly coming to grips with having more calendar pages behind me than in front of me.

(And, not to sound abrupt, but when I watch the news these days and hear our government officials and some POTUS candidates make noise, I cringe in fear for the younger posters here.)

My most recent pains resulted from handling some very heavy shipping at work. My job is part data-input, inventory control and part stevedore, having morphed from an administrative and supply operation due to decisions by...wait for it...Management. (Sound of kazoo blast)

I have to caution myself a bit now...which I've learned to do...and not just jump into a task without taking a moment or two to evaluate it beforehand.

Humbling.

over 65 wrote:

I respectfully disagree based on my personal experience. I have a sedentary job and running alone (I average around 50mpw) does not give me the back and arm strength I need to perform at my best in my racing.

What about the strength of your nose?

I trained with Coach Igloi and Coach Foot. Igloi was too hard for me even when I was in me early twenties and early 30s.

First get in a few months of easy running. I ran a couple of races when I was in my 60s. Trained every second day. Did a few intervals once or twice a week to sharpen. Fartlek worked best for me. Walk on the days you do not run. You need need at least 30 minutes of cardiovascular exercise every day.

If you are starting back plan your training and then cut it in half to start. Just doing it is the goal at first . You can always increase the intensity. Most important is what Coach Igloi always said "Enjoy!". Good Luck!