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Running Training Techniques
Easy Does It
Follow these slow-it-down rules to get stronger, fitter—and faster
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Go Ahead, Take a Break
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Rule #1: Run Slow Often
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Rule #2: Heed Your Watch—or Listen to Your Body
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Rule #3: Stick With It
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Not So Fast!
Not So Fast!
Resist the urge to speed up your easy runs with these tips from sports psychologist Michael Sachs, PhD.
The Excuse: Running slow is so boring!
The Solution: Engage your brain. Listen to music, a podcast or audio book, or make a point of noticing new details along old routes.
The Excuse: Someone might see me puttering along!
The Solution: Get over it. "You're running for yourself, not for other people," Sachs says. If you still can't bear it, change your route.
The Excuse: Must. Pass. Them.
The Solution: Overcome your competitive drive by hitting the treadmill. Or focus on running your own pace no matter what—good practice for race day.
More: Looking for a way to stay motivated? Try the Half-Marathon Jumpstart plan from Runner’s World and get on track today!
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