Wednesday Track - 8 to 10 x 600m in 10k, 400m jogs

Wednesday Night Hawks

Tonight, the weather will be a bit warm at nearly 82 degrees (!), not too much wind, and just a little humidity. W&L track is still officially closed, but Yorktown is available, as are some of the Fairfax County High Schools. While there will NOT be an organized workout, a number of people will be running. Even though it will be nice, still bring some water to keep hydrated.

May 19, 2021 - 8 to 10 x 600m in 10k pace - with 400m jog recovery in between

• Fastest Runners: 6:00 to 6:30 Pace, 9 to 10 Intervals
• Fast Runners: 6:30 to 7:00 Pace, 8 – 9 Intervals
• Intermediate Runners: 7:00 to 7:45 Pace, 8 – 9 Intervals
• Regular Runners/MTP Trainees: 7:45 to 10:00 Pace, 8 Intervals

This is another speed workout guaranteed to build both strength and stamina for your spring races. These are tougher than they look, so try to finish strong - push that last 100, and make sure you focus on your running form so you run efficiently, effectively, and injury-free. Up on your toes, knees lifting higher, Arms at your sides, not crossing over. I would ease into these by running the first couple in 10m pace, but also feel free to crush the last couple in 5k pace if you are still feeling frisky.

Coach Big Guy

 

Directions to Track

Track workouts are held on the track at Washington-Liberty (formerly Washington-Lee) High School.

From Washington DC: take I-66 east to the Glebe Road exit, turn right on Glebe, right on 15th Street for about 0.4 miles, to Stafford Street, turn right and cross over I-66 and the school is on your left.
From Vienna and points west in Virginia: take I-66 east to the Fairfax Drive exit, follow Fairfax Drive for about 0.8 mile to Stafford Street, turn left for about 0.3 miles and the school is on your right.
From Alexandria: take Glebe Road going north until turning right on 15th Street, and proceed as from DC.
Metro: Washington-Liberty is a short walk from both the Virginia Square and Ballston Metro stations (Orange/Silver lines).

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