Faster pace

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5 years ago 07/18/2018 12:50pm EDT

So I have an idea to get a faster pace but I don’t know if it will really work. Can anyone tell me if this makes any sense or if it a waste of my time. I want to be able to run my distance runs (8+ miles) about 7:30 pace. I currently run the at 8:45 pace.

What I was wondering was if I take a beginner running plan like Daniels Formula and starting at the basic walk run plan and using 7:30 pace as my run pace so that by the time you are running the 3, 4, 8 miles you end up running them at the 7:30 because of the slow build up.

I have been stuck with this pace for 2 years now and it isn’t changing. Tell me is this an idea that sounds and looks nice on paper and in reality it’s crap or does it sound worth trying

5 years ago 07/18/2018 2:17pm EDT

re: at24

This is an unbearably "hobbyjogger" thread. Easy runs and easy pace are a means to an end, not the end goal itself.

Alternatively, try asking your question on a "hobbyjogger" website like Reddit or RunnersWorld and you'll get more "hobbyjogger"-oriented answers, but not here please.

5 years ago 07/18/2018 3:34pm EDT

re: HobbyJoggerSpotted

Many people ask about training plans on this site, what makes this one any different! Easy runs and easy pace do have a place in running. They are called recovery days. The end goal to running is to be able to do it as long as you can. This goal is not a means to an end but it gives me something to focus and improve on. Running is something that you have to work hard at and I work my tail off. I am not afraid to work hard. I was merely asking for some constructive criticism not bashing to tell me that I am trying to take the easy way out. If you don’t think this is a good idea to improve my pace do you have one?

5 years ago 07/18/2018 3:41pm EDT

re: at24

Let's be more clear, your "hobbyjogger" plan is crap. Since you seem to have a copy of the Daniels Running Formula, use a real plan, not a beginner Gallowalker plan. Use it to improve your racing ability at various distances, and your easy run pace will improve as a result.

5 years ago 07/18/2018 3:57pm EDT

re: HobbyJoggerSpotted

Thank you. That advice, albeit generic, is more helpful than your 1st post.

P.S if being a hobbyjogger means I am a runner that gets out and works hard to achieve my race goals without needing the incentive of money or fame then I am a proud hobbyjogger. I look up to those that have been blessed with the talent and desire to work hard and are out in the spotlight, they give us something to work towards.

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