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  • doing less?

    Anonymous Poster

    15 years ago 12/23/2010 1:31am EST

    Hi, for the last 10 seasons I've been running (xc, indoor, outdoor, xc etc..) I've averaged about 75-85 mpw (building up to it and tapering). Anyway, say I wanted to run around 50-60 mpw during this winter and spring season, will I see a big decrease in performance? I run 3ks and 5ks and am thinking maybe I could work on speed and rest this track season, and then in the summer ramp it up to 90ish mpw to get ready for cross country. Any opinions on this?

    I'm a sophmore in college by the way, 9:20 3k and 16:02 5k

  • gokiuh

    Anonymous Poster

    15 years ago 12/23/2010 3:21am EST
    re: doing less?

    Yes get a coach.

  • northern coach

    Anonymous Poster

    15 years ago 12/23/2010 7:58am EST
    re: doing less?

    Until you try it you will never know how this idea works for you personally- all runners are different!

    So try plenty of track speed work every week (2 or 3 sessions at high impact/intensity)and see how your times improve in training.

    Start the xc base period with a controlled and steady build up to avoid injury and then push hard to maintain a high volume.

    Your reduction in mileage this season may refresh your mind and body to prepare it for winter xc.

    Quality not quantity should be you mission and goal!

    Good luck anyway

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