Archive for November, 2009
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Beginner/Novice Level Guidelines
Posted on November 1, 2009 | No CommentsBEGINNER/NOVICE LEVEL. The beginner/novice level workouts include a combination of running and walking. By gradually adding time and mileage, these plans emphasize building a solid endurance base. Some hill work is also included. Progress gradually and learn the importance of varying pace and effort on... -
Recreational Level Guidelines
Posted on November 1, 2009 | No CommentsRECREATIONAL LEVEL. Has experience running 5k’s, 10k’s, Hood-to-Coast, half-marathons, or marathons and prefers to keep goals general in the midst of a busy life. Sees running as a social outlet. This plan provides the structure necessary for improvement and the flexibility to run half-marathons instead... -
Advanced Level Guidelines
Posted on November 1, 2009 | No CommentsADVANCED LEVEL. Have a definite target time or pace in mind and want more intensity in your workouts? The Advanced Level is for you. The Advanced Level helps develop running skills and strengths and is higher on the “challenge” scale, but fun is still the... -
Competitor Level Guidelines
Posted on November 1, 2009 | No CommentsCOMPETITOR LEVEL. For those committed to achieving top performance. Workouts suited for sub-3:45 and faster marathoners and sub-1:50 half marathoners. This plan balances racing and other endurance-based activities with a solid program of anaerobic sharpening and strength-endurance workouts to maximize training time. If you want... -
The Run/Walk Philosophy – Why We Do It & How We’ll Do It
Posted on November 1, 2009 | No CommentsThe Run/Walk Philosophy – Why We Do It & How We’ll Do It From 1999 through mid-2006, GFR offered marathon training clinics in association with Jeff Galloway’s Training Program out of Atlanta, GA. While the combination of running and walking has been around forever, Jeff... -
When should I replace my shoes?
Posted on November 1, 2009 | No CommentsQ: I have a question about shoes. Specifically, when do I replace them? How long are they good to run in before they begin to break down? I know when I feel like I should get new shoes but is there an average shoe-life time...