Why do RUNNERS make training complicated?

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In todays video I'm diving into why I decided to keep things simple, and hopefully I can find some faster legs in training & racing.
We often make things a little too complicated, and perhaps working on the basics is all we needed.
Try to simplify your training, but really focus on doing the basics well.
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[@markbateman9222]

Back in the day ('70s, early '80s) lots of runners from 800 to 10,000 trained along very similar lines from October to March. Three effort levels on training runs; easy, steady, hard. Then as track season approached you had things like hills and track sessions which were specific, tailored to the individual and the event. Pretty simple stuff, really. no heart rate measurements , no Garmin or Strava, no lactate testing. Running isn't that complex, just requires sensible hard work over a long period of time.

[@smellysam]

I was looking at Norwegian training methods, and the basic setup is really simple - more than the plan I was setting up - so I copied a bit and made my life easier. Thanks for the video.

[@Victoria_Bryant]

We humans make everything more complicated 😛🤣 I'm wishing you the best and joyful running this 2024. ❤️ 🏃‍♀️ 🏃‍♂️

[@cristian-adrianfrasineanu9855]

Jack Daniels also mentioned in his book that the altitude may be just a confounding factor since there are lots of people living at altitude that are't good at running. When you go to altitude all you do is train and stick to a routine. That may not be the case at home.

[@Tovashi]

"Run a lot, some of it fast." - x1 speed day - x1 long slow distance - every other run slow and easy I have had no issues.

[@sweatelite]

Words of wisdom

[@selfcoachedrunner]

Man, it's beautiful in Belfast! Great place to train for sure.

[@luciannealbrecht190]

Yay your back!!! Thanks Stephen missed your videos 😊

[@grgr6720]

Just get out and run.

[@bobbnudd2502]

That can lead to a cycle of injury

[@bobbnudd2502]

Useful to listen to his tips on gym work

[@matthewjam3s]

Then get injured and you can’t run. Good advice 👍🏽

[@csn583]

"Simple as possible, but no simpler."

[@stephensimmons8657]

Every great sportsperson, no matter what sport , do the basics well 👍

[@tomassvitorka]

Awesome video as always. Thank you. Question - somewhat related. Any thoughts on why niggles/pains stop after about 5k of running?

[@nordicwilly6650]

Some of the race training plans I've looked at are so ridiculously complicated with way too many pace types at least for recreational runner. Seems to take all the fun out of training. I find myself gravitating to the simplicity of easy/hard day plan

[@moeezmalik3666]

They definitely are. I focus on long trail runs at the weekend at an easy pace. And rotate between shorter workouts during the weekdays - intervals, hills, fartleks, recovery runs etc. Use time on feet as my metric for progressing and it works great!

[@erics7226]

I hear you! My current plan (hanson's half) has only easy, tempo and interval paces. I love the simplicity.

[@nordicwilly6650]

@@moeezmalik3666 Good point on the trail runs for the long easy stuff. I always feel so much more refreshed afterwards when on the trails

[@nordicwilly6650]

@@erics7226 I'll check out Hanson's plans thanks.

[@James-J-J-J]

80% slow runs, 20% faster (of any description) will get you fit and fast IF done consistently.

[@jackyouldon9345]

Looking lean. It would be interesting to hear something about how you target / manage your weight.

[@joshuamaguire2260]

Banger

[@paulmassey2832]

Great video Steve Can I just confirm that the plan is for no breakfast pre-run or Pre-race.

[@javatreecko]

Feels wrong if I don’t at least have a banana or apple 😅

[@mikestevenson1334]

Great to see you back, Stephen! Happy new year, looking forward to what you have in store for 2024! =D

[@elfinzilla]

How can I run more without getting injured? I seem to top out at 40-50k per week and begin to pick up ankle, tendonitis problems at this point

[@TheRoadmanPodcast]

Great vid, will have to get you as a guest on the podcast

[@jameschaves5723]

Love the new format. Even the camera looks sharper.

[@heidi6236]

Love the running cap, where’s it from? Thanks

[@mithatkorler7070]

I am 42, I run every morning 45 minutes at 140hr for health. Is it good or bad?

[@ETshorts184]

Well it’s not bad, ofc

[@HYPERC666]

YOu're running every morning for 45 mins. That's bloody great

[@Morfeusm]

In general it sounds really great, in particular you need to speak with professional and provide more information and your goals. Also 140 HR means nothing if you don’t know your true maximum HR and/or use wrist optical HR monitor. Happy running! Also every day? Damn that’s some serious dedication!

[@jedrekwas0314]

You are doing great, sir

[@Lamby1010]

I yawn for 45mins then think about putting trainers on

[@CeriMorton]

I think a lot of it is to do with these insta runners who want to look impressive by doing double threshold days, testing their lactate every 2 mins and rubbing pure sport on their legs. Theyve lost touch with the basics like having a day off 🤣

[@maryjolawton7813]

This video reminds me of the song by The Rolling Stones, “Time Waits for No One”, and the lyrics go on to say “and it wont wait for me.” I always think of this when I’m running especially when trying to achieve a goal. Essentially, if you don’t put in the basic work the outcome may be disappointing. There are no shortcuts! Love your videos! Keep inspiring us!

[@bobdown5520]

Bevause there is a thousands of influencers trying to tell there is special foods, exercises and running sessions

[@2spoons]

DIG DEEP ..... Stephen get those results ! ! ! When I have every thing close to me it doesn't happen..... so know the routes that work, and DID DEEP !!!

[@AugherAndy]

Ideas for targeting half / 5k during marathon build??

[@skobodabaws8946]

nice one

[@GaryR-x8l]

How long do you hold your hill sprints?

[@shanedorrian8192]

There was even a new podcast too 👍👍👍

[@simoncarter1653]

Thanks for the video

[@Running111]

Back to the basic!💪

[@religionofrunning253]

Thanks

[@Kingston781]

Hi sir I run 6 days a week 4 days steady run 6 to 7km at 3:35 per/km and 1 speed sessions and 1 long run so do u think after 6 months I can improve my pace from 3:35 per/km to 3minutes per/km thanks

[@Kingston781]

@@dimitar297are u joking dude

[@emanuelsantos5585]

Whos filming?

[@johnstiner6360]

Look 👀 in the mirror