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Double Threshold Workouts for Ultrarunning with Rune Talsnes #234
Sep 12, 2024
Rune Talsnes, a researcher at the Norwegian University of Science and Technology and consultant for the Norwegian Olympic Federation, dives into double threshold workouts for ultrarunners. He discusses the rise of these workouts and their benefits, especially for endurance athletes. Rune highlights the cultural nuances of endurance training in Scandinavia, sharing insights on the success of athletes like the Ingebrigtsen brothers. The conversation explores optimizing training to enhance performance while reducing injury risk, emphasizing tailored approaches for individual needs.
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- Double threshold workouts enhance endurance training by allowing athletes to manage stress levels better while reducing injury risk.
- Scandinavian countries' rich endurance training culture and research have significantly influenced contemporary training methodologies in ultrarunning.
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Understanding Double Threshold Training
Double threshold training involves performing two sessions of threshold training within a single day, as opposed to one long session. This method has gained popularity among endurance athletes, especially with the success of athletes like the Ingebrigtsen brothers. The main advantage of this training style is its potential to reduce mechanical loading and injury risk, allowing athletes to accumulate more threshold training without overexertion. By separating workouts into two sessions, athletes can potentially manage their stress levels better which may lead to improved performance outcomes over time.
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