Running economy

Running economy can be defined as the oxygen consumption (VO2) that our body needs when running at a certain submaximal pace. This definition becomes more important the longer the distance we want to run. In this mini summary, you will be able to have a little clearer about the running economy.

Running economy is a measure that depends on several factors:

1. Intrinsic factors (internal aspects as a runner)

• Physiological

• Metabolic or Neuromuscular

• Biomechanics and race technique.

2. Extrinsic Factors (external aspects as a runner)

• Shoes

• Terrain and altitude

• Climate (humidity, temperatures, wind)

Running economy can be measured through different tests or even in laboratories to know your maximum oxygen consumption (VO2MAX) and of course, it can be improved. Knowing some of the intrinsic factors that are part of our genetics and we cannot change, it will not be easy to improve your economy but is YOU CAN DO IT IS POSSIBLE. You must trust the process to have good load management, perseverance, and a good balance as in rest, diet ... making a positive effect on your training. Is taking our body to consume the least amount of oxygen to work. For this we can train and complement our careers with:

• Strength

• Endurance

• Flexibility

• Technique (drills)

• Cross-training (that has positive transfer)

As we are ALL different, it is best to have a personalized training plan that is appropriate for our needs.