LACTATE LAKE SWIMMER πββοΈ (FULL LAKE CROSSING)
Dive into the lactate lake for a full 30-minute swim! This classic tempo run is the gold standard for threshold development. You'll emerge from this lake a stronger, more efficient runner with an improved lactate threshold.
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Training Purpose
Develop lactate threshold through sustained tempo effort, improve running economy, and build aerobic strength with classic threshold training.
Notes
- β’12 minutes easy running - gradually warm up your system
- β’Include 6x20 second strides building progressively to tempo effort
- β’3 minutes of walking, dynamic stretching, and mental preparation
- β’Visualize 30 minutes of smooth swimming through the threshold zone
Notes
- β’Start conservatively - build into pace over first 3 minutes
- β’Settle into rhythm by 5 minutes and maintain steady state
- β’This is classic lactate threshold training - right at the edge
- β’Focus on running economy and smooth form throughout
- β’Think about floating effortlessly on the lactate threshold
- β’The last 10 minutes should feel challenging but controlled
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