Tempo running combines is a specific type of training running that is faster than jogging but less strenuous than sprinting. It is meant to be at the line between aerobic and anaerobic exercise. In terms of pace it should be close to a 10k race speed. Usually a tempo run is under the distance that you are training for. One should only do a tempo run once or twice a week to avoid injury and overtraining. There is a difference between tempo runs and interval runs which is mostly about consistency and speed. The most important part of a tempo run is that you don’t take any breaks throughout.
Key Takeaways:
- If you are just starting out, only go 10 to 15 minutes at a comfortably hard pace during your runs.
- Make sure to track your run distance as that will determine how much effort you have to put into your tempo.
- You should do tempo runs once a week as you don’t work to push your body too much or get injured.
“Basically, tempo sessions consist of 20 to 30 minutes of continuous running, but at a pace that’s isn’t too challenging.”
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