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To run longer distances, it is important to slow down, do one long run per week, take walk breaks, and fuel properly.
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Additionally, it is important to add miles gradually, not increasing weekly mileage by more than 10% each week to prevent injuries.
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It is also important to warm up before running, pace yourself, strength train, and listen to your body.
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Finally, it is important to segment the run into manageable parts and run a looped route or on a treadmill to stay close to fuel, bathrooms, and the finish line.
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Long runs can be a great way to prepare for a big event, so it is important to slow down, do one long run per week, take walk breaks, and fuel properly. Additionally, it is important to segment the run into manageable parts and run a looped route or on a treadmill to stay close to fuel, bathrooms, and the finish line. Finally, it is important to be patient and take small steps to build endurance.
8 tips for successful long runs - Runner's World
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The key is to add miles very gradually. As a rule of thumb, you should not increase your weekly mileage by more than 10% each week to prevent injuries . It may take a while to reach your mileage goal, but you'll eventually be able to safely tackle those longer distances thanks to this training strategy.
How to Run Longer: Tips for Long Distance Running - Verywell Fit
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Long runs have been a staple in most runners' training plans since the 1960s, but many coaches are now advocating higher-intensity workouts that challenge the body in more complex and race-specific ways. Long runs can be broken into three distinct categories: conversational and progression long runs, running at a certain pace, and incorporating interval training. It is important to consider the length of the run, the intensity of the workout, and the benefits of long runs when deciding which approach to take.
Essential guide to long runs - Runner's World
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20 Tips For Long Distance Running 1. Use the right gear. It may sound obvious, but long distance running requires that you be properly clad. This can mean... 2. Get…
20 Tips For Long Distance Running | SportMe
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