Friday, March 11, 2011

Chris Solinsky Training – Correct Your Form and Prevent Injuries

Chris Solinsky Training – Correct Your Form and Prevent Injuries
Earlier this year, Chris Solinsky stunned the nation as he shattered the American Record in the 10,000 meters. Running 26:59 in his debut 10k, Solinsky became the first ever American under 27 minutes and the fastest ever non-African. A month later, Solinsky ran 12:56 for 5,000 meters – the 4th American under 13 minutes.

ultraRUNNING Online - Training for the Western States 100

ultraRUNNING Online - Training for the Western States 100

“Those who cannot remember the past are condemned to repeat it.” - George Santayana

In developing a training program for Western States, it is instructive to look first at the reasons why runners do not make it to the finish line. The most common reasons are: