In the last article we spoke about the importance of having a plan that incorporates the three components of training. As a reminder, these components are endurance, strength endurance and speed and they are usually broken into the training phase’s base 1, base 2 and speed.

In this article we will go into a little more detail on phase 1 of your rehearsal – base 1.

In order for you to complete the Nike+ Human Race 10K you need to be able to complete the distance. Simply put, endurance is crucial and is what enables you to go the distance.

Base 1 is the starting point for any training plan and serves many purposes including improving basic fitness, improving technique, reducing body fat and improving strength.

Base 1 should be an all aerobic training program and consists of low to moderate intensity training for progressively longer periods of time throughout base 1. It is important to take your time and complete base 1 at a slow pace so that you have the necessary fitness to complete the more important training phases to come. Base 1 can last anywhere between 2 weeks and 6 months, depending on what event you are training for and how much time you have.