The Running Channel Podcast

6: Our Favourite 10k Workouts And The Best (And Worst) Cities In The World To Run In

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Feb 25, 2023
Get ready to boost your running game with must-try 10k workouts that also enhance marathon training! Discover playful interval techniques like the 5-4-3-2-1 method and learn how progressive 2k reps can sharpen your pacing. Curious about the best and worst cities for running? The hosts reveal surprising rankings, with San Francisco and Boston leading the pack, while Memphis and Louisville stumble behind. Plus, a debate on the effectiveness of hills versus flat intervals adds to the fun!
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ANECDOTE

Pre-Marathon Taper In Japan

  • Sarah flew to Japan and treated a pre-marathon run as a relaxed long run with friends, reflecting taper adjustments.
  • She planned short interval jogs to keep legs sharp before the Osaka marathon.
ANECDOTE

Solo Track Attempt For Sub-45 10K

  • Sarah attempted a solo track 10K to break 45 minutes and found the pressure intense but rewarding.
  • She walked a lap beforehand to prepare, mirroring elite pre-race routines.
INSIGHT

Switch Blocks To Target Different Races

  • Periodising between 10K-focused blocks and marathon blocks keeps training fresh and builds targeted fitness.
  • Top athletes like Jess Piasecki deliberately alternate distance focuses to maximise specific adaptations.
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