Please read these details carefully as it will save time on the night. Use the links below for information on training strategy, time bands and training levels.
High-Vis and headtorches are no longer mandatory for training. However last light this week is around 8:20pm and you should consider if you need them yourself, particularly if you plan to run home later.
Tuesday 01 April
Return of the track!
Please remember the track may be wet and wear appropriate running shoes for the conditions.
You may choose from three coached track sessions this week. Please arrive warmed up from a jog to the track, or do a few laps of the field beforehand, and be ready for some running form drills (see below).
S1 & S2. This week S1 & S2 are everyone's favourite - Paarlauf, and will be coached by Dick and Neil on the Leisure Centre track. Sessions start at 6:15pm and 7:00pm respectively.
Coach Neil says: 'We will start off with a warm up including Butt-kicks and Hamstring Sweeps - videos below.
Paarlauf means 'pair run' and we do this as 200m efforts with a partner of a similar pace to you. You can recover with a jog across the middle of the track. The session is split into two halves - a 15 minute continuous effort and then a 12 minute continuous effort, with a 3 minute active recovery between. Agree with your partner what pace that you are aiming for - maybe increase the pace for the second half of the session? We are looking for consistent effort throughout each half. Please take care when entering / leaving the track and be mindful of other runners'.
S3. This session is perhaps most suited to Pace Bands A, B and C runners, and will be coached by Eddie on the Leisure Centre track. The session starts at 6:30pm, and Eddie will deconflict the session with the S1 & S2 coaches prior to the night. This week is 4 x 600 @L2 with 200 jog recovery, then 6 x 400 @L3 with 45 seconds recovery.
Juniors
All track sessions are suitable for Harriers Juniors aged 14 and over. A parent must remain present on the field throughout, but there is no requirement to run together. Speak to Steve Dilley and the session coach beforehand if you intend to bring a junior.
Running Drills
The coaching team will initially focus on these 3 key drills. Effective drills can help improve running form, which not only helps increase our speed and running economy (how efficiently we can run at a given speed), but ALSO help us stay injury free.
1. Butt-kicks done right - This short video is Mark's coach from Thailand explaining the way to do butt-kicks as a drill before running.
2. This is a detailed video that really breaks down the A skip, which is a really important fundamental drill - if you find it tough speak to the coaching team for some help!
3. Hamstring sweep - quick video from Coach Erki again for a dynamic stretch of the hamstring to do within our warm up.
Training Strategy
Coached sessions are targeted at 10k racing, as outlined on the club website (link below). If you are training for other distances (5k / half / marathon) and would like some advice on incorporating club sessions into your training plan, or training plans in general, please speak to a member of the coaching team.
Thursday 03 April
This Thursday is the choice of a training run or a coached track session, full details below.
Track Session. This will be coached by Eddie, starting at 6:30pm. Thursday sessions involve routines which prepare runners for weekend racing. This week is 8 x Cross field with Hill 3 effort.
Training Run
This week's run is Porthcasseg, meeting in the Leisure Centre bar at 6:35pm for a 6:45pm start. John is MC and will get you into in your groups. You may choose a tempo or social run, a 45 minute out and back led by Marie, or a walk.
The 45 minute run option provides a guided run for those new to running / graduating from C25K / returning from injury. The pace of the run is set to match the slowest runner; all are welcome and no one is left behind. This is an out and back run – out for 20 mins and then back (with a spare 5 minutes contingency.
Please see the website for all the Thursday training routes. Note that GPX files added to download to your device
The recommended Tempo segment for this run is the 1.1 mile Strava Segment 'Racecourse Wall St Arvans to Chepstow'. By running this section at Level 2 each time, you can track your progress through the summer.
After your run will be tea/coffee and biscuits in the Leisure Centre bar, do join us for a drink and a chat.
Want to Join the Coaching Team?
Coaching in the club is hugely rewarding for individuals, and a great way to get involved with the club and your running mates. If you choose to do a Leader in Running Fitness course, a one day course paid for by the club, you will then be paired with more experienced team members to deliver regular sessions. If you're interested, have a chat with any of the team members for more information, and to see how you can get involved for a taster before committing!
Thursday Volunteers
We are now looking for MCs and 45 minute run leaders. Please put your name down to volunteer if you can, using the link below.
Trial Membership
Just a reminder that all prospective members should sign up for a one month free trial. Link below to the webpage with the details and form.
Volunteering at parkrun
A friendly reminder that if you love parkrun, please consider volunteering regularly at a local event. Some are at risk due to a lack of volunteers.
Dickie.
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