

Warm-ups vs. Cool-downs, Strides vs. Sprints, & More (Coaching Q&A with Elisabeth Scott)
11 snips Mar 17, 2025
Elisabeth Scott, host of the Running Explained podcast, dives into the essentials of running training. She emphasizes the importance of warm-ups and cool-downs for performance and injury prevention, while clearing up common misconceptions about tempo runs and lactate threshold. Elisabeth also discusses effective core workouts and offers insights on tapering strategies to maximize race-day performance. With practical advice on integrating strength training, her expert guidance helps runners enhance their overall training regimen.
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Warming Up for Runs
- Warm up dynamically for 5-10 minutes before each run to prime your muscles.
- Prioritize warming up, especially as you age or before harder runs.
Cooling Down After Runs
- Cool-downs help your body return to a resting state after runs.
- A short walk and some light activity suffice for easy runs; longer runs and workouts need more dedicated cool-downs.
How to Run Strides
- Strides are speed drills that build efficiency, economy, and coordination.
- Start with flat strides (4 x 15 seconds), progress to longer durations, then try uphill strides or hill sprints.