Walk/run method is not only suitable for those who are starting, but also for runners who have been doing it for years.
We all see the videos or photos of runners where they are always going hard in competitions with a lot of gain level and some images we see them walking and instinctively `` we go out in our long runs '' pushing a hard pace and we do not care about walking or training but MISTAKE! Let's remember that those are just photos and we all have different heart rates.
Here are some tips for all levels:
🚶♂️Before start to run, it is a very good idea to start walking for at least thirty minutes at a moderate pace. Most of the people who start running hard, without going through the walking, they usually get demotivated because they can't keep up to run '' even around the corner '' and sometimes they even stop exercising of injuries. ''Too much, too soon''. You all must remember that it is a process, and this why I come with this method to you, you will be able to endure longer and maintain motivation.
🏃🏽♂️If you are a road runner and you are experiencing with some trail running and the massive, steep hills feel like walls, practice this method, walk uphill, keep a constant pace and jog slow on flats and run downhill, keep a pace that your breathing rate is not to laboured, moderate breathing and you can still have a conversation. It will be a good aerobic training, since we will improve our cardiovascular system, resistance and over time you will see your improvement.
🏃🏽♂️ If you are an experienced runner, do not turn your back to walk & run in the trails, in regenerative periods or blocks with a lot of volume, keeping this 2 resources in your pocket; will give you a huge improvement in your endurance, saving energy (racing or training), recovery. Also training with this method, on trail running will give you more confidence on a race day if ended up on a steep hill.
Remember, you don't always have to train hard !!
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