Training Variants
5 different training focuses
Different training focuses within running. Each variant has specific goals, workout types, and training approaches.
5k
"High turnover, ability to tolerate lactate"
8-12 weeks
Key Workouts
Tempo RunInterval Vo2maxEasy Run
Limiting Factors
Vo2maxLactate Threshold
10k
"Balance of speed and endurance"
10-14 weeks
Key Workouts
Tempo RunInterval Vo2maxLong Run
Limiting Factors
Lactate ThresholdAerobic Endurance
Half Marathon
"Sustained threshold effort with some fueling"
12-16 weeks
Key Workouts
Long RunTempo RunRace Rehearsal
Limiting Factors
Aerobic EnduranceFuel Efficiency
Marathon
"Energy management over 26.2 miles"
16-20 weeks
Key Workouts
Long RunRace RehearsalProgressive Long Run
Limiting Factors
Glycogen StorageFat OxidationMental Endurance
General Fitness
"Sustainable consistency, enjoyment, general health"
ongoing weeks
Key Workouts
Easy RunTempo RunLong Run
Limiting Factors
Aerobic EnduranceConsistency