After a conversation I had with my Athletic Director earlier this week about how one of my star athletes passed 4 runners in the final 100 meters and won his 800 meter race by a step, he sent me this video:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=B8uN3txqcVY
Heartbreaking and humorous all at once. It just goes to show you how important that finishing kick can be whether you are running an 800 or a marathon.
To prevent loosing by a step happening to you, try this short, sweet, and fun interval workout. I recommend it after you’ve run a bit already. For example, if you’re aiming for 3 miles that day, do this workout in the last mile. You’ll be a bit tired, mentally and physically, so pushing the pace for a short distance will give you that extra edge.
This interval workout can be used with your favorite cardio as well, not just running! Try it on an incline, or with tougher resistance as well. You will definitely feel the burn.
Also, because I got lost in the world of youtube when I searched for this video, enjoy this short compilation of people who celebrated their wins too early. I couldn’t stop watching.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wPieeHkob_4
RQ: What do you think of the Oregon runner? How do you prepare for a finish?
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I’m Brooke Selb, a Personal Trainer and Health Coach specializing in helping busy moms and moms to be to easily juggle mom life with family friendly recipes, and easy exercise routines to help you achieve your fitness goals that fit in with your already busy life with sound nutritional advice.