Training design is the tool middle-distance coaches use to implement accepted and contemporary training theory. Basically, it is a scheme for designing and scheduling various blocks of time in an attempt to accomplish appropriate developmental activities during specific portions of the athlete’s training plan. These blocks of time vary from one year, which is the annual…
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Dissecting Elite Level Middle Distance Workouts
Training theory is a fascinating point of discussion for most middle-distance coaches. These conversations can vary from something as simple as typical microcycle mileage to something as detailed as workout construction. There is no doubt that there are “many roads to Rome” in the journey to getting a talented middle-distance runner into top physical condition. …