Efficient Running Workouts

Twice the Workout, Half the Time

Combine two workouts into one and achieve greater fitness—in less time
By Liz Plosser runnersworld

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IT ALL ADDS UP
Run the right combo workout to hit your goals

Goal General fitness
Workout Easy Run+Strength+Easy Run
Why Will improve your strength and your cardiovascular fitness

Goal PR in a 5-K
Workout Mile Repeats + Sprints
Why Fast Running trains your body to run more efficiently at higher speed

Goal A hilly race
Workout Hills+800s
Why Trains muscle fibers to withstand fatigue caused by challenging terrain

Goal Half- or full marathon
Workout Long Run+Goal-Pace Miles
Why Builds endurance and confidence in maintaining speed in the final miles

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