Greetings, Galactic athletes! As you prepare to embark on today's galactic adventure with "Run of the Jedi: A Fartlek Force Awakens," here are a few important reminders and best practices to ensure a safe and effective training session:
Treadmill Setting: If you're joining us from the cockpit of your treadmill, set it to a 1% incline. This small adjustment helps to simulate the natural resistance of outdoor running better, enhancing the training benefits and realism of your interstellar journey.
Outdoor Vigilance: For those running under the open skies, stay vigilant. Keep an eye on your surroundings, watch for uneven terrain, and be mindful of traffic. Your safety is crucial as you navigate through the elements of your environment.
Stay Hydrated: Whether indoors or out, keeping hydrated is key to maintaining your performance and health. Have water accessible and take small sips throughout the run to stay hydrated without feeling weighed down.
Listen to Your Body: Fartlek training is flexible. Adjust the intensity based on how you feel today. Push yourself during the high-intensity bursts, but also allow yourself adequate recovery during the lower-intensity periods.
Warm-Up and Cool-Down: Don’t skip the dynamic stretches in the warm-up or the static stretches in the cool-down. These are crucial for preparing your muscles for the workout and aiding in recovery afterward.
May the force be with you as you traverse the galaxy in today's workout!
Warm-up:
Dynamic Stretches (video attached)
5-minute walk
5-minute EZ run pace
Workout:
3-minutes RPE 6-7
4-minutes RPE 4-5
1-minute RPE 2-3
2-minutes RPE 4-5
3-minutes RPE 7-8
2-minutes RPE 3-4
1-minute RPE 8-9
1-minute RPE 1-3
Repeat 2x
Cool-down:
5-minute EZ run
5-minute walk
Static Stretches (video attached)
Greetings, Galactic athletes! As you prepare to embark on today's galactic adventure with "Run of the Jedi: A Fartlek Force Awakens," here are a few important reminders and best practices to ensure a safe and effective training session:
Treadmill Setting: If you're joining us from the cockpit of your treadmill, set it to a 1% incline. This small adjustment helps to simulate the natural resistance of outdoor running better, enhancing the training benefits and realism of your interstellar journey.
Outdoor Vigilance: For those running under the open skies, stay vigilant. Keep an eye on your surroundings, watch for uneven terrain, and be mindful of traffic. Your safety is crucial as you navigate through the elements of your environment.
Stay Hydrated: Whether indoors or out, keeping hydrated is key to maintaining your performance and health. Have water accessible and take small sips throughout the run to stay hydrated without feeling weighed down.
Listen to Your Body: Fartlek training is flexible. Adjust the intensity based on how you feel today. Push yourself during the high-intensity bursts, but also allow yourself adequate recovery during the lower-intensity periods.
Warm-Up and Cool-Down: Don’t skip the dynamic stretches in the warm-up or the static stretches in the cool-down. These are crucial for preparing your muscles for the workout and aiding in recovery afterward.
May the force be with you as you traverse the galaxy in today's workout!
Warm-up:
Dynamic Stretches (video attached)
5-minute walk
5-minute EZ run pace
Workout:
3-minutes RPE 6-7
4-minutes RPE 4-5
1-minute RPE 2-3
2-minutes RPE 4-5
3-minutes RPE 7-8
2-minutes RPE 3-4
1-minute RPE 8-9
1-minute RPE 1-3
Repeat 2x
Cool-down:
5-minute EZ run
5-minute walk
Static Stretches (video attached)