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

Timing your Workout
Timing your Workout Just when you thought you had your training schedule figured out, along comes Chronobiology. You are probably asking, “What the heck is that and why do I care?” … [Read More...]

The Rest during intervals as important as the work itself
You're doing some tough intervals at the track or on the road, and after each one you're gasping for oxygen and hoping that the pain in your muscles will subside soon. You've read that it's best to exercise lightly during your recovery intervals, but your body and mind are telling you to lean over and clutch your knees … [Read More...]

Why are Runners so hard on themselves?
When you ask a runner what their best time for a particular distance is, there is normally an embarrassed pause, perhaps some shuffling of the feet and finally a quiet response. No matter what ability level, most runners are never really satisfied with their personal bests. Even right after a runner has gone out and … [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

If you are reading the MAPP, chances are you already use heart rate as a measure of your … [Read More...]

Train at percentage HRmax It is generally accepted that, aerobic capacity is developed … [Read More...]

Training-Sensitive Zone Maximum exercise heart rate is on most occasions determined … [Read More...]