All runners should keep some form of data from their training from traditional training diaries to online training platforms such as TrainingPeaks, Strava and Garmin Connect. (I would always recommend keeping a back up paper version though!)
START A TRAINING DIARY
By keeping a track of your training activity you can monitor your progression and identify what works for you. The best way to do this is with a traditional paper-training diary. If you’re more a fan of keeping your data online then I’d highly recommend TrainingPeaks or Garmin Connect offering easy to use and safe records of all the training you’ve banked over the years. It’s also great for confidence to look back at a glance of all your activity. Keeping a diary enables you to record your feedback for each session as well as particular routes you ran, which is really good for looking back on down the line.
PLAN YOUR TRAINING
By following a set training plan it will ensure that you progress at a realistic pace whilst building your endurance and your confidence. You are more likely to achieve your target if you have followed an expert plan rather than sporadic training sessions. If you require help with building a plan or you’re ready to start working with a coaching get in touch today at run@stockportpersonaltraining.com.
TRAINING PLANS DIFFER FROM PERSON TO PERSON
Remember everyone is different and each runner responds differently depending on the type of runner they are and time commitments they may have. Having a coach can identify this and adapt to your needs ensuring you get the most from your running.
