Many parkrunners mistakenly push their mid-week easy runs too hard, draining energy and leaving them fatigued for Saturday. This “grey zone” training affects performance, making easy runs feel like workouts. To avoid this, maintain truly easy runs to ensure fresh legs and optimal performance on race day.
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To improve parkrun times, runners should prioritize easy runs, which enhance aerobic capacity, facilitate recovery, improve efficiency, and reduce injury risk. These relaxed sessions serve as the foundation of running fitness, allowing for greater consistency and effectiveness in hard workouts. Keep easy runs easy to maximize overall performance.
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