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While many runners are in the thick of racing season, others are just gearing up for their first races later this year. We’ve heard your questions about basic training, and so we’ve revived this series we ran last fall. Don’t hesitate to leave your comments and questions. We’ll answer you!
Accomplished triathlete, trainer and race director, Janda Ricci-Munn offers 4 tips for basic training. Read today about Aerobic Power.
Aerobic Power: Once your body has adjusted to the inclusion of functional threshold training, you’re ready to really push your limits. All the easy to moderate paced distance training in the world will still leave you huffing and puffing on race day if your body is completely unfamiliar with the paces you’ll be asking it to maintain once your goal race is under way. Interval training executed at or above your race day goal paces will leave you feeling much stronger and in control when it’s time to roll. Continue reading 'Back to the Basics–Part 3'»
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With the summer training season upon us, we have had several requests for some “getting started” training tips. It’s always good to go back to the basics, so we’re reviewing these basic training tips from Janda Ricci Munn.
So you’re looking to test the limits of your endurance and speed and have signed up for a local 5k, 8k or 10k road race. To date, you’ve employed a more recreational approach to your running but know that in order to finish strong on race day, it’s time to get serious with your training.
But where do you begin?
For the beginner to intermediate competitive runner, there are a number of key elements that must be addressed during your training leading up to race day if you hope to succeed. Continue reading 'Basic Training Advice #1'»
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Winter is fast approaching, racing seasons for many athletes are tapering down, and athletes and coaches are beginning their preparation for the vigorous months of training that lie ahead. It’s time to start gearing up for the next racing season. Maybe you didn’t perform as well as you would have hoped this time around. You’re not alone, and many athletes are planning on increasing their training regimen over the winter months to ensure greater success next season.
Have you thought this through? Are you certain that hard-core outdoor training in the winter is the most efficient way to prepare for your next marathon? Is it the safest method of training? Are you layering on the winter coat, hat, gloves and scarf? Are you running in wind, snow and ice? Is this outdoor training really what you need to be successful?
And safety aside, what about the technical side of your training? Are you focusing on your VO2Max? Do you even know what that is or how it relates to your athletic ability?
What about the psychological aspect of training? What are you doing to keep yourself excited and motivated? How do you keep from peaking early in the next season, only to become frustrated with your performances soon after?
Do you know what your “limiting factor” really is?
Janda Ricci-Munn, accomplished triathlete and coach discusses his unique approach to winter training: identifying and developing the limiting factor. Continue reading 'The Limiting Factor'»
Whether you’re training for an upcoming race, or simply working out to stay in shape, there is one essential factor for every workout. Any workout for any athlete, from beginner to elite must include this one element: The Fun Factor.
Accomplished triathlete, trainer and race director, Janda Ricci-Munn offers 4 tips for basic training. Today he offers his final basic training tip. Continue reading 'And last, but not least–Basic Training Tip #4'»
Kyle Garlett at Lavaman Finish Line
Ironman competitor, Kyle Gartlett, overcomes cancer, heart transplant, bone marrow transplant and joint replacements to compete as an Ironman athlete. Read his inspiring story from Triathlon.Competitor.com
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More than a month after the Hawaii Ironman, Kyle Garlett just started back his Ironman training. Last month, he had attempted to become the first heart transplant recipient to finish a Hawaii Ironman. But his race was cut short when he missed the two-hour, 20-minute swim cutoff by eight seconds.
I had no clue I was pushing 2:20, Garlett says. And when he was told by an Ironman official that he was done for the day, he didn’t understand until he looked at his watch.
It was pretty tough, he says. I logged a lot of hours and miles, and I didn’t want the day to be over that quickly.
Though disappointed with himself, he was encouraged by the support he received. He was ushered into the medical tent, away from the cameras, and an Ironman official told him that he would do better next year. Continue reading 'Heart Transplant Recipient to Attempt Kona Again'»
Have a passion for running? Love collecting poker chips? Why not combine them into one great event? That’s what amateur runner, Erik Dauplaise, has done. He is directing the first ever Casino Chip Challenge. The 7-8 mile run will take participants past 20 Las Vegas Casinos! All participates will be entered to win a 200 piece poker set, individualized for the Casino Chip Challenge. Check out www.casinochipchallenge.com for more info. Continue reading 'Amateur Runner Erik Dauplaise to Direct 1st Ever Casino Chip Challenge in Las Vegas'»
Accomplished triathlete, trainer and race director, Janda Ricci-Munn offers 4 tips for basic training. Read today about Functional Threshold Development.
Functional Threshold Development: Once your base line endurance is in place, it’s time to push the envelope a bit. Enter functional threshold training. Simply put, your functional threshold pace is the speed at which your body can no longer clear lactic acid from the working muscles at the same rate that it being produced. Continue reading 'Basic Training Advice #2'»
You’ve done the training. You’ve got the right gear. You’ve set up your race calendar. The only thing left is to fork over your hard-earned cash for entry fees, flights, hotels, food–and the list never ends there.
Active.com recently published an article outlining all the steps for planning your race in the most cost-effective manner. Who knows? Maybe you’ll even save enough to be able to race in that one extra race you’ve got your eyes on. Continue reading 'Racing on a Budget'»
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