Is there a difference in training besides practicing hurdling? I saw a few posts mentioning Rai Benjamin’s recent PB stating it’s not his main event. Obviously there will be overlap, but is there any serious adaptations to training? Maybe more strength based?
Not entirely familiar with 400m training so any input is appreciated. Thanks!
Anaerobic endurance work is a bit more important for a 400mh guy, as it takes a bit more energy to run 400mh as opposed to just 400m. A lot of people draw the comparison that it takes similar energy systems to racing a flat 500m or 600m.
You also need to train specifically to have the correct amount of steps between each hurdle which changes the dynamics of the race a lot, as in a 400m flat race you change your pacing and stride rate throughout to be the most efficient for how much energy your body has left. You can’t do that as much in a 400mh as you need to keep the same rhythm.