coachsci.sdsu.edu/.../ultra40a.pdf
There is a method, which is referred to as the Rushall method which Michael Andrew uses.
Was wondering if you had any critique about this. If this sort of training is a good idea and what are the problems.
Would this also be good for longer events? Like the 400 IM?
Thanks!
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Dr Rushall's view about maximizing repetitions at race pace seems very sound. The problem is that he thinks race pace repetitions can be maximized for 50s by doing, among other things, 4x6x12.5m. I do not think this set can be accomplished at race pace by anybody on the planet. It is like asking for a square-shaped circle. Many seem to advocate the "platinum" 25m or 20m. You can only manage a few of these per day - not sure how many but far less than 24 (4x6). I think I am becoming a believer in a few "platinum" 25s almost every day as the best way to implement Rushall's principles.
I would love to know how Manadou and others do their 50 training. I do know he used a 20 minute sprint practice every Friday, but that is about all I know.
Dr Rushall's view about maximizing repetitions at race pace seems very sound. The problem is that he thinks race pace repetitions can be maximized for 50s by doing, among other things, 4x6x12.5m. I do not think this set can be accomplished at race pace by anybody on the planet. It is like asking for a square-shaped circle. Many seem to advocate the "platinum" 25m or 20m. You can only manage a few of these per day - not sure how many but far less than 24 (4x6). I think I am becoming a believer in a few "platinum" 25s almost every day as the best way to implement Rushall's principles.
I would love to know how Manadou and others do their 50 training. I do know he used a 20 minute sprint practice every Friday, but that is about all I know.
