How Easy Runs Increase Speed and Endurance (part 4)

Aerobic Running Part 4 (of 5): It's a piece of cake! In my next post, I’ll suggest ways to incorporate speed during the aerobic base phase. Aerobic running means “with oxygen” so both easy runs and moderate runs fall under aerobic running. I suggest that some runs are kept truly easy, especially if it’s the day after a speed workout or long run, and other runs can be easy-moderate. A quick recap from video 3: Myoglobin, is a protein that stores oxygen. If oxygen becomes restricted during exercise, myoglobin releases the oxygen to the mitochondria to produce more energy. Easy aerobic running can also strengthen your heart, improve your time to fatigue, and help you better utilize fat as you run. My hope in breaking down the basics is to empower you with the knowledge to make smart decisions with your own training. Check out @HigherRunning for our FREE aerobic base-building plan that @Vo2maxProductions and I made.