WOD: Endurance vs. Intensity in the 5k Run
Today’s WOD is something to be done regularly. If you’re doing short, high-intensity WODs daily, then a long run will be a nice change. It will also challenge you to find a good, steady pace to maintain throughout. This is a run that’s not quite long-distance, but is also not a short sprint. With upcoming races fast approaching, I will continue to add metcons with intervals and longer distances into the training mix. Shorter 5k times will eventually lead to shorter half or full-marathon times, however you have to also run those long distances for the experience of what it will do to your body (knees, hips, ankles, etc.) and see what other issues you may need to address. Since starting high-intensity fitness training almost three years ago, and earning the CrossFit Level 1 Trainer Certificate, my only real “injury” was a strained IT band during my first half-marathon! So, while races are an enjoyable social outing, I will stay focused on doing well during the short work-outs.
