Use this Tool to Get the Most Out of Your Training

Race day might get most of the glamour – the medal Monday pics and finish line photos with the family – but in reality it is a really small percentage of your running. 

If you want to improve your time at your next race and continue to see progress in your running long term, you need a way to train that helps you work on your weaknesses and highlights your strengths. The best way to figure this out – take a look at what you’ve been doing.

This post will walk you through how to  reflect on your last training cycle and get clear on how to use the time you have to train more effectively.

Grab a pen and paper and answer these 3 questions. (List out anything and everything that comes to mind.)

What worked?

Ex. Slowed down and fueled long runs and was able to function well all day. 

Started getting up and doing 2 runs per week in the morning-helped with consistency.

What didn't work?

Ex. Aimed for 2 strength sessions per week but usually ended up skipping the Sunday one. 

Felt a lot of tightness in right calf after harder runs so I stopped doing these.

What would I change for next time?

Ex. Less calf tightness

Do more runs in the morning.

Now that you have your lists, it can be tempting to want to change everything at once. Changing too much at once can be overwhelming. 

Instead, look at your list and circle one thing to make your focus of change for your next cycle and be as specific as possible in how you will make that change happen. If y

If you're having a hard time narrowing down one thing or have an idea of what you want to change but are a little fuzzy on the details of how to make it happen, I’d love to help you out.

Click this link to book a complimentary 15 minute call to review your last training cycle or send me an email with your question and let’s get you the clarity you need to keep moving forward in your running.

Keep running yourself Resilient!

Katlyn