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What is fartlek?

So what is Fartlek? – The word fartlek is a Swedish word that translates directly into “speed play”. Fartlek is a great way to develop endurance and strength as well as increase speed. Fartlek is a more systematic form of pace training.

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.

Substitute some of your running training with skiing

Substitute running with skiing – Unfortunately, the winters in Southern Finland are what they are, and there is no guarantee that you will be able to ski.

Reduce training intensity during corona pandemic

It is advisable to reduce the intensity of training during corona pandemic. For may of us Spring is THE time when we...

The Importance of short-term goals

Applying short-term goals in your running training cycles – Everyone knows that setting yourself a goal is of great importance, however discussing and achieving short-term goals is in truth just as important.

Interval Training for Performance

For decades, interval training has been used by endurance athletes to improve their performance. Interval training is...

Understanding Heart Rate and Exercise

Dec 11, 2011 | Heart Rate

If you are reading the MAPP, chances are you already use heart rate as a measure of your exercise intensity. The basics are that 1) heart rate serves as a measure of exercise intensity during steady state activities, and 2) If we estimate maximal heart rate as 220...

The Race Period for Racers

Nov 20, 2011 | 10k, Featured

Further information to make a success out of your 10k training programs. Please note, this RACE PERIOD for RACERS is only recommended for those who would like to race for a period of 4 to 6 weeks max. This is normally aimed at the more ELITE athletes, sub 33min 10k PB...

The Warning Signs of Overtraining

Sep 14, 2011 | Featured, Overtraining

Listed below are the warning signs of overtraining: In the Muscles Persistent soreness and stiffness in the muscles, joints and tendons. Heavy - leggedness. Emotional Symptoms Loss of interest in training. Nervousness - a heightened state Depression - humour is...

INTERVAL TRAINING

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10K TRAINING

Time-to-Run 10km Training Programs

FARTLEK

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sub 45 minute 10K Training Program

by timeadmin | Feb 7, 2011 | 10k, Featured

Training towards a sub 50 minute 10K

by timeadmin | Jan 23, 2011 | 10k, Featured

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HEARTRATE TRAINING

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Train towards a sub 33 minute 10K

10k, Featured

sub 33 minute 10k - Firstly, what must be understood is that in order for you to run sub 33 minutes for 10Km, you must be able to run below 3 minutes 18 seconds per kilometer for the distance. sub 33 minute 10k Training Program Introducing paced running to your...

The Definition of Fartlek Training

Articles, Fartlek

Derived from the Swedish term that means 'Speed Play', fartlek can provide an excellent endurance and strength session, as well as help improve your speed and race awareness. Fart=speed and lek=play Fartlek Training Definition The use of 'fartlek' came about to...

METHODS

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Training to improve Aerobic power utilising Heart Rate

Sep 14, 2011 | Heart Rate

Train at percentage HRmax It is generally accepted that, aerobic capacity is developed by exercising with your heart rate at about 70% of maximum. During walking, or running, this increase is equivalent to about 55% of the VO2 max or, for college aged men and women,...

The Off Training Period – 10K Training programs

Sep 14, 2011 | 10k, Featured

Planning an Off Training Period – You have been training on the program for 3 to 4 months and you are beginning to feel jaded and the progress has become a little slower. It is time to rest.

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