Long Run Strategies
Mario Fraioli discusses the benefits of splitting up long runs for ultras, allowing for better form, fueling, and rest in between. He shares that this approach can help athletes get more out of their runs and avoid excessive fatigue.In this clip
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The Morning Shakeout
Episode 192 | Ask Mario Anything #10
Related Questions
While training for a marathon or half marathon, is it a good strategy to break up a long run over two days? For example, if I were to substitute a 10-mile long run on Saturday followed by a 3-mile recovery run on Sunday with a 7-mile run on Saturday and a 6-mile run on Sunday, would I be achieving the same adaptations?
How do long runs fit into training plans?
What matters more when trying to run longer distances: total miles throughout the week or longer runs on a particular day?