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Reese1106
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Runners - what do you do to build endurance?
Besides obviously running! I do the stepper and walk on the treadmill at a fast pace/high incline. I'm just wondering what else I can do because the other two things are getting to be a bore for me.
 Thanks!
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luvmyReese
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Re: Runners - what do you do to build endurance?
raise the incline on the treadmill a little for when you jog on it..weight training to build muscle. Raise the resistance on stepper.. challage yourself seems like your getting bored b/c your getting used to what your doing now.
Work out DVD's or on TV (Optimium) also to mix things up a lilttle.
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| Posted 3/24/11 8:30 PM |
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missfabulous
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Re: Runners - what do you do to build endurance?
High Intensity Interval Training! I would do Tabata (still do) helps with endurance and strength building.
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| Posted 3/24/11 9:05 PM |
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Erica
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Re: Runners - what do you do to build endurance?
For endurance...long slow runs
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| Posted 3/25/11 6:01 PM |
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Reese1106
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Theresa
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Re: Runners - what do you do to build endurance?
Posted by Erica
For endurance...long slow runs
Thanks everyone for the responses. I already incorporate HIIT and tabata into my workouts so those were good suggestions.
Erica - how much slower than my normal pace should I go at for the longer slower runs? My current pace is between 9:45 and 10:45. And, more importantly, how are YOU feeling? 
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| Posted 3/25/11 7:36 PM |
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Erica
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Re: Runners - what do you do to build endurance?
1-2 minutes
I'm ok...but I get restless reading what everyone is doing. I'm on bedrest this weekend which doesn't help.
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| Posted 3/25/11 10:23 PM |
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Re: Runners - what do you do to build endurance?
Spinning...
I slacked on Tabata after my stuff got stolen.... although I don;t need the Ipad App t do it, but was so depressed about it - I am going to start again this week though....
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| Posted 3/26/11 7:39 PM |
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Reese1106
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Re: Runners - what do you do to build endurance?
Posted by lipglossjunky73
Spinning...
I slacked on Tabata after my stuff got stolen.... although I don;t need the Ipad App t do it, but was so depressed about it - I am going to start again this week though....
I started doing the Tabata after you told me about it. It's amazing for building strength in my legs. Definitely is making a difference. One of these mornings, I'll get my butt out of bed at 4:30 to do spinning with you.
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| Posted 3/26/11 9:02 PM |
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Re: Runners - what do you do to build endurance?
Posted by Reese1106
Posted by lipglossjunky73
Spinning...
I slacked on Tabata after my stuff got stolen.... although I don;t need the Ipad App t do it, but was so depressed about it - I am going to start again this week though....
I started doing the Tabata after you told me about it. It's amazing for building strength in my legs. Definitely is making a difference. One of these mornings, I'll get my butt out of bed at 4:30 to do spinning with you.
I didn't do spin this past week because I was sick, but i'm coming back this week - Tues and Thurs.... let me know ASAP if you want to join me!
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| Posted 3/27/11 8:00 AM |
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queensgal
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Re: Runners - what do you do to build endurance?
What helped me build my endurance is sticking to a set # of miles each time. Even if it meant walking a little, over time I reduced the walking and was able to run the whole thing.
Slowing down is huge too, you won't believe how much easier it is to run 30 seconds - 1 min per mile slower.
You should be able to talk the whole time, i.e. not panting for breath.
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| Posted 3/27/11 11:23 AM |
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