COACH JENNY SHOW- EPISODE 44 - COACH JENNY - The 7 Most Common Long Run Mistakes and How to Avoid Them
Jenny Hadfield, aka Coach Jenny, is a running and fitness expert and adventurepreneur who inspires every day mortals to run their best lives and earn beautiful views. She’s been called the coach of this generation. From her background in corporate fitness to becoming the co-founder of a large multi-sport training company, a best-selling author, and a popular Runner’s World columnist, Coach Jenny has influenced thousands of runners, walkers and fitness enthusiasts for over twenty years.
TIMELINE HIGHLIGHTS:
5:00 MISTAKE #1: RUNNING TOO FAR TOO SOON
6:57 MISTAKE #2: RUNNING TOO FAST
9:31 MISTAKE #3: RUNNING BY PACE AND NOT EFFORT
13:46 MISTAKE #4: TOO MANY LONG RUNS BACK TO BACK
17:09 MISTAKE #5: RUN NING TOO MANY MILES
19:24 MISTAKE #6: PLAYING LONG RUN CATCH-UP
22:06 MISTAKE #7: INADEQUATE OR EXCESSIVE SUGAR FUELING
KEY TAKEAWAYS:
You body doesn’t know pace, it knows effort.
Run at a pace which allows you to have a conversation as you run.
Let your training plan flow naturally with the rhythm of your life.
Target 30-60 grams of carbohydrates per hour for runs over an hour.
Keep it simple when fueling for endurance.
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GUEST BIOGRAPHY: COACH JENNY
Jenny holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Education and Health Promotion and a Master’s Degree in Exercise Science. Using what she learned in her years of coaching, Coach Jenny developed the Flow-Based Training System℠ that teaches runners to train with the rhythm of their body and their life to successfully reach their goals.
Jenny has competed in running and adventure races all over the world including Mark Burnett’s Eco-Challenge Expedition Race, the Boston Marathon, the Antarctica Marathon, Rim-to-Rim at the Grand Canyon and the Inca Trail Marathon. Whether it’s through her writing, speaking, coaching, or adventure travel, Jenny Hadfield is one of the most influential and relatable health and fitness experts in the world.
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