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Just because running is simple does not mean it is easy.
Relentless. Forward. Motion. <repeat>
In all seriousness, can I just go by "feel" for how long to hold the acceleration?
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You can also sort of figure it out by setting a goal, i.e. it takes you approximately 20 secs to run a block. I've been "tsk-tsked" over my use of strides vs. intervals. I have no idea - except I hate them. I hate them with everything I have in me, and I have to cuss myself through them each and every time. Speedwork sucks. . . . that being said, I also understand the necessity and have tried to become friends with them by telling myself how much they are improving my running. Let's just say the conversation is not working . . .
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Jennifer mm#1231
Leslie, Do you hate striders or intervals??? I am assuming fast and a bit longer intervals. Striders should not be too painful because they are not done long enough or hard enough.