How to Get Faster on Low Run Volume Training w/ Kim Nedeau | s5/e29 | The Running Explained Podcast

Can you get FASTER by running LESS?? This is NOT your clickbaity "smash a marathon PR by only doing 3 runs a week"-style low volume training; coach and elite mountain runner Kim Nedeau is here to talk about how to excel as an endurance runner in a low run volume/high training volume framework. What You'll Learn: - What is "low run volume/high training volume" training? - Who this training framework is best for - Manipulating training intensity distribution with lower running volume and higher cross-training volume - "But isn't more mileage always better?" - How is this framework different from multisport, i.e. triathlon, training? - Ways to configure a training week in this framework - How we're seeing more competitive and elite runners excel on lower run volume with high training volume Chapters: 00:00 Introduction to Kim Nedeau, CES 07:40 Transitioning to Low Volume Training 11:04 Alternative Training Methods 14:09 Determining Cross-Training Duration & Intensity 20:27 Alternative Training vs Easy Runs in Zone 2 27:54 Running Volume is Relative 31:57 Sustainability in Training 35:49 The Benefits of Alternative Exercise 42:58 Minimum Running Frequency 49:03 The Importance of Consistency 51:27 Measuring Effort in Alternative Training Methods 01:00:25 How to Measure Progress Connect with Kim: Website: https://traininginclined.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kimnedeau_traininginclined/?hl=en -- 🚨 1:1 COACHING SPOTS OPEN NOW 🚨 Ready to finally train with a plan that’s built around YOU? If you're chasing a big goal, whether it's your first marathon or a shiny new PR, our incredible coaches are accepting new 1:1 coaching clients!ㅤ Our Coaching Include: ✅ Personalized training ✅ Weekly support + adjustments ✅ Strategy, structure, and accountability ✅ Expert coaching to help you actually hit your goals Head to https://www.runningexplained.com/runcoaching to learn more! Research & production assistance by Sophie van Leeuwen