2 Questions For You
I.
What single element could you add to your next workout that would give you meaningful feedback today while still contributing to your longer-term goals?
II.
How might your training approach change if you balanced each session between "satisfaction now" and "development for later"?
1 Real-World Example
I have worked with a female masters marathon runner for several years now, whilst she isn't typical of someone rushing for a quick solution, she is quietly ambitious.
With each marathon cycle she is able to handle a bit more training volume, we adjust the weekly schedule slightly as we find workouts that address specific weaknesses or build on strengths. We also slowly pick away at the psychological side of things, building confidence and comfort with the training process and the approach to races.
When we started out together, shortly after the first marathon, Ana was running around 3 hours and 30 minutes, her best is now 3 hours and 7 minutes and consistently qualifying for the World Marathon Championships in her age group. While she is hopeful of getting under 3 hours, she works with the process and takes joy in each small gains as well as the great event performances.
