Why easy running is the secret sauce to performance

In today's episode, Brodie reviews a 2019 paper titled 'World-Class Long-Distance Running Performances Are Best Predicted by Volume of Easy Runs and Deliberate Practice of Short-Interval and Tempo Runs'.  This paper examines world-class athletes and their training habits in a 10-week lead-up to their goal event. They analyse all different training sessions including: Easy runs Tempo runs Long-interval training Short-interval training Competition Time trials Will the results uncover the secret sauce of training? Brodie goes through the conclusion and adds his thoughts and interpretations.  Become a patron! Receive Run Smarter Emails Book a FREE Injury chat with Brodie Run Smarter App IOS or Android  Podcast Facebook group Run Smarter Course with code 'PODCAST' for 3-day free trial.