Welcome to the Fartlek section
We will discuss the definition of Fartlek Training in this section, as well as its use and then the various sessions that can be utilised for various fitness groups. What follows will be the explanation of Fartlek Training, the meaning of the word and its origins.
Thereafter, what will be discussed is the development of a fartlek session which can be incorporated into your running. Followed by the mentioning of the 6 most popular fartlek sessions
with more to follow
Time-to-Run
The Twelve Commandments of Training
There are as many different training plans as there are coaches. Every successful training programme has a number of common rules. I have developed these twelve commandments using over 20 years of coaching experience and many conversations with fellow coaches. Try to incorporate each of these rules into whatever … [Read More...]
Ten Mistakes Endurance Athletes Make – Part 2
Welcome to the 'Ten Mistakes Endurance Athletes Make' Part 2 - 6 to 10. This article is by - Dave Spence ex-resident coach, Cape Town This article follows on from - Ten Mistakes Endurance Athletes Make numbers 1 to 5 6. Not Taking Supplemental Electrolytes. An athlete who's suffered from painful … [Read More...]
In the long run – You’ll find endurance
Welcome to the 'in the long run - you`ll find endurance'. Here you will find the reasons behind the use of the long run. - Dave Spence - ex-resident coach, Cape Town The long run is the cornerstone of marathon training. In marathon training it has been found that 3 runs of 28-35 km over the 8 weeks … [Read More...]
10k Training Programs
Applying short-term goals in your running training cycles - Everyone knows that setting … [Read More...]
For decades, interval training has been used by endurance athletes to improve their … [Read More...]
I would like to share some of my own tips for interval training. Interval training is one … [Read More...]
Over the years we have developed a strategy as to 'how to race your best 10k'. The … [Read More...]
sub 55 minute 10k - Firstly, what must be understood is that in order for you to run sub … [Read More...]
sub 60 minutes 10k - Firstly, what must be understood is that in order for you to run sub … [Read More...]
Further information to make a success out of your 10k training programs. Please note, … [Read More...]
Further information to make a success out of your 10k training programs. You have … [Read More...]
Further information to make a success out of your 10k training programs. Please … [Read More...]
Firstly, what must be understood is that in order for you to run sub 31 minutes for 10Km, … [Read More...]
Water Running
Water running in the deep end of the pool is quite advantageous as an alternative workout … [Read More...]
Overtraining
Listed below are the warning signs of overtraining: In the Muscles Persistent soreness … [Read More...]
Continuous Training
Cardiorespiratory; heart and lungs, and their ability to deliver the efficient supply of … [Read More...]
Interval Training
For decades, interval training has been used by endurance athletes to improve their … [Read More...]
I would like to share some of my own tips for interval training. Interval training is one … [Read More...]
Matching training characteristics to physiological changes Which is "better", Interval … [Read More...]
The article below leads on from the first article Understanding Intervals … [Read More...]
The article below leads on from the 1st article The Interpretation of Understanding … [Read More...]
Fartlek Training
The word fartlek is a Swedish word that translates directly into “speed play”. Fartlek is … [Read More...]
Derived from the Swedish term that means 'Speed Play', fartlek can provide an excellent … [Read More...]
From a coaching perspective, the creation of a fartlek session is to achieve two things, … [Read More...]
The following are considered the favourite six Fartlek sessions for athletes, which are … [Read More...]
Heart Rate Training
Train at percentage HRmax It is generally accepted that, aerobic capacity is developed … [Read More...]
Dave Cattanach writes about his experiences of utilising the Heart rate Monitor in his … [Read More...]
Training-Sensitive Zone Maximum exercise heart rate is on most occasions determined … [Read More...]