ATC: The Canova Method for The Marathon, Evolving as a Runner, and More
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On today’s show we have a great conversation on Renato Canova’s marathon training method drawing on Lucho’s experience using this method for himself.
Find out:
What sets Canova’s training apart from other marathon plans? Is Canova right for you?
Canova Specifics:
- Base “requirements” before tackling this kind of plan
- Starting the season with speed
- Will anaerobic work erode aerobic development
- Run fast to race fast
- How to determine your goal marathon pace, upon which so much of this style is based
- Canova’s specific period and the crazy workouts
- Lots of running near/at goal marathon pace.
- Fast long runs of 17-24mi
- Speed vs. distance, which is more important?
Plus:
- Lucho’s experience with Canova
- The bigger picture of choosing a marathon plan and customizing it
More Canova resources:
- Canova 101 Article from Running Times
- Lucho’s Canova blog
Then, answers to YOUR questions on:
- How to find your bread and butter race distance for running — from the 100m to 10k to marathon — based on past performances
- Periodizing training for a fall Ironman and Sprint Triathlon Championships that will be 2 weeks apart
- Ultrarunner getting back to training for a hilly 50k in late June and needing guidance
- and more!
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