Every morning in Africa, an antelope wakes up. It knows it must outrun the fastest lion, or it will be killed. Every morning in Africa, a lion wakes up. It knows it must outrun the slowest antelope, or it will starve. It doesn't matter whether you're the lion or an antelope -- when the sun comes up, you'd better be running. -African proverb

Wednesday, August 3, 2011

Speed Workouts = Success!

It was a hard day at the track.  The workout itself was brutal (5-mile time trial with the first 5K run at a PR).  And, the heat made it so much more fun!  I think it was over 90 degrees when we started!  I got through it, though, and feel really good.  Tired, but good!  The lemon blueberry scones afterwards also contributed to the mood-boost. (Thanks, Shanna!)

I am convinced that speed workouts are a key component to improving your times.  And, having a team or group to train with is a key component to successful speed workouts.  The help that you receive from the group with pacing and motivation is invaluable.  This one's for you, R5K racing team!  You all rock!

5 comments:

  1. I've just started doing some speed workouts this training cycle. I can't wait to see the payoff!

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  2. Speed is your friend! It works when you do it.

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  3. Hi Juls, I just found your blog from the WHM tweet. So excited to keep up with your training as it will motiviate me to push through... especially in this heat! I haven't started speed training yet but I know they are so helpful in preparing for the Women's Half.

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  4. Good luck and let me know how it goes!
    Happy Running and Reading!

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