How Tired SHOULD You Be Right Now Training For Comrades?

Up - A Comrades Marathon Podcast

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In this podcast, Brad Nadauld and Coach Lindsay Parry discuss the critical aspects of managing fatigue during peak training for the Comrades Marathon. They explore the normalcy of feeling tired due to training demands but emphasize the importance of distinguishing this from being excessively exhausted. The discussion covers personalized adjustments to training plans based on individual circumstances such as work and family commitments, and offers practical advice on how to modify workouts to prevent overtraining and potential injuries.

Here are the resources mentioned in this podcast:
🔗 Comrades Marathon Strength Plan: https://coachparry.com/80c5-Comrades-Strength-Plan
🔗 Comrades Marathon Training Roadmap: https://coachparry.com/0m29-Comrades-Training-Roadmap
🔗 Register for our upcoming Comrades Webinar: https://coachparry.com/lbva-Comrades-Webinar

Main Points Discussed In This Podcast:

Normal vs. Excessive Fatigue: Lindsay Parry explains the difference between typical fatigue caused by training and signs of excessive exhaustion that may indicate overtraining.
Personalizing Training Plans: The importance of tailoring training plans to accommodate personal life factors like job demands and family responsibilities, to ensure sustainable training.
Modifying Workouts: Strategies for modifying workouts to manage fatigue, including reducing cross-training and strength sessions, and adjusting running distances to maintain overall training effectiveness without overloading.
Importance of Recovery: Emphasis on the crucial role of recovery, including sleep and nutrition, to support intensive training periods and enhance performance outcomes.