#204 All About the Long Run: Benefits and RISKS of Long Runs, How to Pick Your Shoes, and Returing to Long Runs from Injury
Doctors of Running Podcast
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The Power of Long Runs in Training
This chapter discusses the essential role of long runs in building endurance and physical capacity for runners, particularly those training for half marathons and marathons. It explores the physiological benefits, such as improved aerobic capacity and adaptation, while also acknowledging the risks of injury and the importance of managing training loads. The conversation emphasizes achieving a balance between the advantages of long runs and the need for recovery to maintain a healthy training regimen.
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