Welcome to the Interval section
We will discuss the use of Interval Training in this area. What follows will be the explanation of the training method, as well as leading to how intervals have been used by various coaches and athletes.



The above articles will start with Interval Training Defined as well as The Physiology of Intermittent Exercise which then leads to the Interpretation followed by Interval Intensity. The article is fairly lengthy, and provides a scientific prospective with occasional 'layman' terms.
p>Whereas, the data at times may make for hard reading, we will break everything down into an easier format with time. We have to start somewhere.Following on from the introduction to Intervals:
Further Interval Training articles of interest

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...]

A new 800 meter record 30 years later
A new 800m record - Our Time-to-Run training programs are time-oriented. The programs are aimed at improving your 10km times, but your times for other distances will no doubt improve. The training programs serve as a good framework, for example, even if your goal is to improve your time for a half marathon or the … [Read More...]

Aim to trim down interval recoveries
The article 'Aim to trim down interval recoveries' helps in understanding the importance of recovery between intervals - Dave Spence Trimming down your recovery intervals is not a training trick. It is a proven way to heighten the average intensity of your workouts, improve your speed stamina, enhance your … [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...]

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

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