What exactly is a performance plateau in middle distance running? It is a temporary stagnation or slight decline in racing times or in key training markers. When a plateau becomes evident to a runner it can be very discomforting and may lead to a questioning of the training, over-reaction to the situation, and even panic. …
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Using General Strength in the Training Regimen
Using General Strength in the Training Regimen Boo Schexnayder, Schexnayder Athletic Consulting General Strength exercises are exercises that develop strength, using the athlete’s bodyweight as the sole load or resistance. In general strength work no external loading is applied. General strength exercises can run the gamut from simple traditional exercises like the pushup or the…