Running Around 5•27•12

Week 1 • Summer Base 2012

Expo was the peak race for our Spring training cycle. With the end of the training cycle, it's best to take some time off to rest and recuperate. Typically this means some time off from running. Cross training can be done, but it's not a requirement. Anywhere from 7-10 days is an appropriate amount.

We use a periodized approach to training, and REST is a very important part of that. You can't be running at your best all the time, so we pick a few times during the year to be in peak shape and build a training schedule around those.

After some down time, we start back up with base training. So the next month or so is going to be easy road/greenway runs.

However, I realize not everyone is on the same schedule. So if you're still racing, pick your favorite workout from the month of May to stay sharp.

If you just want to continue with track work for maintenance, here is the official summer training plan.
http://trackworkouts.blogspot.com/2008/06/summer-track-workout-progression.html

This is a time of year when some of us are taking time off or are going on vacation, etc. So the Facebook group page is a good resource to check in with each other to see who is going to be at the track or if anyone is doing a particular workout.

Finally, I will not be at the track starting this week and throughout the month of June. I will be with my son doing Youth Summer Track on Tuesdays and Thursdays. So please help any newer runners that have joined us or show up in my absence.