Do you ever integrate interval training into your workout routines? Intervals burn more calories than normal workouts and are a great way for runners to increase speed. One of my favorite interval routines is called 3-2-1. I did 5 miles of these intervals yesterday and it really works up a sweat! Here’s how you do it:
- Warm up for 5 minutes at a jog. I set the treadmill to 6.5 mph for 5 minutes.
- Then, run at a comfortable pace for 3 minutes. I run at 7 mph.
- For the next 2 minutes, up your speed a little bit. I run at 7.5 mph.
- Then sprint for 1 minute. I sprint at 9 mph.
- Repeat! For at least 30 minutes.
I have been doing interval training for a couple of years and have seen my speed increase so much as a result. I used to run an average 10 minute mile and now I’m comfortable at closer to an 8:30 mile pace, thanks to interval training! Has anyone else had good results doing interval training?
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