Phase 1: Rebuild
Week 1
Rebuilding aerobic base with consistent threshold work. Focus on running form, easy day discipline, and establishing Z2/Z3 foundations.
Week 1 of 270%
Next checkpoint: Baseline parkrun — ~22:30 (in 3 weeks)
Running
⚡ 5×3 min Threshold Intervals
Z3 Lactate Threshold
5×3 min at threshold effort (5:15–5:30/km) with 90 sec jog recovery. 10 min warmup, 8 min cooldown.
5:15–5:30/km153–163bpm5–6km
🏃 Easy Run
Z1 Easy/Recovery
Easy 4–5km at 6:15–6:30/km. Keep HR below 140bpm. Conversational pace.
6:15–6:30/km108–135bpm4–5km
🛤️ 7–8km Long Run
Z2 Aerobic Base
7–8km at easy-moderate pace (5:45–6:15/km). Stay in Z2.
5:45–6:15/km135–153bpm7–8km
Cross-Training
🚴 Peloton Cycling
30–45 min cycling session (moderate intensity, recovery focus).
🚴 Peloton Cycling
30–45 min cycling session (can include intervals if feeling good).
🏋️ Weight Training
30–45 min strength session (legs/upper/core rotation).
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