Types of Runs for Beginner Runners

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Types of Runs for Beginner Runners

As a runner, what type of run should you do?
Are you training to be faster?
Training for a marathon?
Or just want to experiment?

Here are different Types of Runs that beginners and even elite runners do.

TRAIL RUNNING

Running along trails; On fields, dirt tracks, lush forests, coastal paths,and mountains.

 

ROAD RUNNING

Running on established roads and smooth pavements; Distances typically range from 5K to 42k/marathon.

 

EASY RUN

Running at a controlled and very comfortable pace; you can still be able to hold a conversation while running.

 

RECOVERY RUN

A short, easy-paced run done within 24 hours after a big race or a hard training.

 

FARTLEK

Also known as "Speed Drills" or "Speed Play". This is a combination of hill sprints, intervals, and tempo runs; Aims to improve one's speed and agility.

 

TEMPO RUN

Running at a pace that one can sustain for 60mins without needing to take a break.

 

HILLS SPRINTS

Also known as "Hill Repeats"; Running up a hill sprinting/fast- pace, and doing a recovery run downhill; Usually done 10-12x.

 

INTERVALS

Running at an intense and fast pace, followed by less-intense recovery periods.

i.e. 3:1 Interval

3 min. run followed by a 1 min. walk.

 

KICK

The last push of every runner that is about to reach the finish line; increased speed.

 

STRIDERS

Short bursts during a run that can help loosen tight muscles and helps improve one's running form.

 

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