
The Running Explained Podcast
s1/e23 Tempo Runs, Explained with Brian Lock (@roadrunner309)
Jun 8, 2021
49:05
What IS a "tempo run"? What do they do and when are they beneficial to include in your training? My guest this week is RRCA Coach Brian Lock (@roadrunner309) and we talk in depth and in detail about...
What is (and is not) a tempo run?
What is lactate threshold and how are threshold runs structured?
What is the purpose of goal pace workouts in a training plan?
The right (and wrong) way to execute a threshold workout/tempo run
When tempo runs/threshold runs are NOT recommended
... and more!!
Brian Lock is an RRCA-Certified Running Coach, sub-3 hour marathoner, and the world-record holder for fastest marathon with a soccer ball! Follow him on Instagram at @roadrunner309 or get connected with his coaching at RoadRunnerCoaching.com
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