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March 23, 2023 82 mins

[Download] How to Grow as a Runner 6-Step Framework

 

Base training is the most critical time period during your training to build a solid foundation for your running so you can run a fast and healthy half marathon or marathon!

 

It may not be the most exciting part of your training and it is commonly not a focus for most runners but nailing this key ingredient in your training will not only result in you getting faster as a runner during your race season but will be the primary reason why you stay healthy and out of the injury cycle this time!

 

Learn how Duane implemented his personal 12 week base training cycle into the 6 steps on how we grow as runners in this base training masterclass update.



Duane covers all of this and more in this highly informative and critical episode!

 

- What is base training

- What are the benefits of base training

- Duane’s personal base training in 2023

- Base training using the 6 steps to growing as a runner

- Mindset for base training

- Strength exercises for running during base 

- What is aerobic base running

- Nutrition for running during base

- Recovery for runners in base training

- Should I race during base building



Get your free How to Grow as a Runner 6-step roadmap: https://learn.sparkhealthyrunner.com/grow

 

Want the structured base training plan, motivation, and accountability to reach your highest running potential for your race? Book a call and learn more about Healthy Runner coaching here: https://learn.sparkhealthyrunner.com/coaching

 

Want Dr. Duane to answer your question on the podcast?  Submit questions here

 

Mentioned in this episode:

 

How to Grow as a Runner (6 Steps)

https://learn.sparkhealthyrunner.com/grow

 

Nutrition Blueprint: Run Your Best!

https://learn.sparkhealthyrunner.com/nutrition

 

Healthy Runner Discounts and Recommended Products

https://learn.sparkhealthyrunner.com/discounts

 

Episode 120 on the Healthy Runner Podcast

Strength Training to Run Safe and Run Fast with Scott Greenberg, DPT, PT, CSCS

https://sparkhealthyrunner.com/strength-training-to-run-safe-and-run-fast/ 

 

Episode 164 on the Healthy Runner Podcast

What are Long Runs- 5 Mistakes to Avoid!

https://sparkhealthyrunner.com/what-are-long-runs/

 

 

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