FitOldDog discusses the importance of winning the mental battles that go on when training under heavy load whilst exhausted Archives

Training When Exhausted Is A Valuable But Two-Edged Sword

Hi folks, I had four kick-ass workouts last Thursday (2 runs, 1 hour PowerCranks + core training), then on Friday I managed a 12-mile run, but on Saturday the standard 5,000 yard swim with Rick was a real challenge. In the final 4x300 yard set I had nothing in the tank, finding it hard to lift my arms out of the water on the recovery stroke. As I plowed through it I was thinking, "sneak through the ... Read more

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Disclaimer: As a veterinarian, I do not provide medical advice for human animals. If you undertake or modify an exercise program, consult your medical advisors before doing so. Undertaking activities pursued by the author does not mean that he endorses your undertaking such activities, which is clearly your decision and responsibility. Be careful and sensible, please.