135: Training Cycles Explained – Base, Build, Peak, Taper…
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135: Training Cycles Explained – Base, Build, Peak, Taper…
Notable Quotes
"I always say there's nothing worse for the growth of a human being than not having obstacles and disappointments."
"Be kind to yourself. I know that that's normal."
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In this episode of The Running Channel Podcast, hosts Rick Kelsey, Andy Baddeley, and Tom Dunn delve into the components of training cycles, discussing terminology such as peak, taper, and base phases. With Sarah Hartley absent and at the UTMB in Chamonix, Tom, who is Sarah's fiancé, takes her place alongside Rick and Andy.
The hosts reflect on their individual recent training experiences, highlighting Rick's recent attempt at achieving a 5k personal best and Tom's preparation for a half marathon. They share their challenges and successes, noting the emotional toll of intense training and competition, and how these can affect performance.
The conversation shifts to discuss the different phases of training cycles—transition, base, prep, peak, taper, and race day. They explain each phase's purpose and importance in preparing for races, emphasizing the need for a strategic buildup to avoid injuries. The hosts also touch upon the psychological aspects of running, particularly how emotions can influence run performance.
Finally, they answer a listener's question regarding the impact of emotional states on running performance, providing insights into managing stress and its effects on physical capabilities. The episode concludes with a call to action for listeners to support the podcast in an upcoming awards vote.
The hosts reflect on their individual recent training experiences, highlighting Rick's recent attempt at achieving a 5k personal best and Tom's preparation for a half marathon. They share their challenges and successes, noting the emotional toll of intense training and competition, and how these can affect performance.
The conversation shifts to discuss the different phases of training cycles—transition, base, prep, peak, taper, and race day. They explain each phase's purpose and importance in preparing for races, emphasizing the need for a strategic buildup to avoid injuries. The hosts also touch upon the psychological aspects of running, particularly how emotions can influence run performance.
Finally, they answer a listener's question regarding the impact of emotional states on running performance, providing insights into managing stress and its effects on physical capabilities. The episode concludes with a call to action for listeners to support the podcast in an upcoming awards vote.
Key Takeaways
- Understanding the various training phases is crucial for successful race preparation.
- Emotional and psychological states significantly impact running performance, and it's important to be kind to oneself during tough training cycles.
- Strategic planning and attention to pacing, nutrition, and recovery play vital roles in achieving individual running goals.
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