Jun 27, 2026
Everyday Athlete
Easy Pace Recovery Run
Main WOD
- - 30 minutes easy pace run (about 60-70% of max effort)
Week 26 • Block 7 (Week 2/4) • Optional Day
This Week's Focus
Running Capacity
Warm-Up
- - Dynamic stretching: leg swings, arm circles
- - Light jog for 5-10 minutes
- - Mobility drills focusing on hips and ankles
Recovery
- - Rest and hydration after the session, aiming for light activity later in the day.
Mobility
- - Hip flexor stretches
- - Ankle mobility exercises
- - Lower back twists
Coaching Advice
Target time: Finish under 30:00
How to pace: Maintain a conversational pace throughout the run.
How to be competitive: For a competitive edge, keep the pace steady and aim to maintain a negative split; increase your pace slightly in the last 10 minutes if feeling good.
What you should feel: You should feel rejuvenated and relaxed during the run, with slight effort. Post-run, expect to feel a sense of accomplishment without fatigue.
Coach Note
The goal of this workout is to enhance your aerobic capacity with low-intensity running. This aligns with the block focus on building running capacity by allowing for recovery while still engaging the cardiovascular system.