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va
posted: 12/21/2007 at 7:09 PM
I found this interesting NYT article from 1989. Apparently the FIRST ideas have been around a while...

ON YOUR OWN; Cutting Mileage Will Keep You Fit

Excerpts...

''The magic 20'' had been considered about half the minimum mileage necessary for racing success. But injuries, mental fatigue and the advent of total fitness have caused competitive runners to experiment with their training mix. What many are discovering is that 20 miles a week can keep your performances at the same level as 40 to 50 miles, as long as you follow these guidelines:
* Speedwork must be done once a week (jogging alone is not enough);
* Racing must be done frequently;
* Alternative training such as cycling and swimming must be done on a regular basis;
* Rest or recovery days must be designated in order to be fresh for quality training.
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