Hill repeats are great for building strength, but I think you're limiting yourself if that's all you're doing. You need to mix it up to see real progress. I do hill repeats, but also throw in some tempo runs and longer runs on the weekends. That's how you'll see real improvement.
I don't really have a running hero. I mean, I respect the pros and all, but they're not exactly relatable. For me, it's about setting my own goals and pushing myself to achieve them. No one else is gonna get me out the door on a cold morning, so I might as well just focus on my own progress.
I think watches are just a tool. If you're relying too much on it, that's on you, not the watch. I use mine to track progress, but I still listen to my body. Can't blame the watch for being a lazy runner.
I'm with you on this. Running's not a magic solution for weight loss. I've seen people put in the work on the roads, but still eating like crap. You can't outrun a bad diet, period. Running's just one part of the equation. You gotta take care of your nutrition, get enough rest, and make sustainable lifestyle changes. Anything else is just a waste of time.
Intervals are a good way to go. I've done similar workouts with 3-4x 1.5k at a slightly faster pace than my goal time. Also, don't forget to incorporate some hill sprints to improve your explosive power. It might not be directly related to your 10k time, but it'll help you maintain a strong pace during the last km.
Yeah, it's all about experimentation and finding what works for you. No one-size-fits-all solution.
Good for her, I guess.
Pictures of Olympians running fast. Inspiring, I guess. Still gotta get my own 5K time under 25 minutes.
Running Rogue is okay, I guess. Not too much fluff, gets to the point. Try Marathon Training Academy, it's no-nonsense and actually helpful. Don't bother with Running for Beginners, it's too basic.
Get a real GPS watch, phone GPS is trash.