Wildcard Run (The Positives of Being Negative, 5 miles)-05/23/2019

From Coach Toby:

It’s hard to believe. I didn’t at first. Intentionally run the beginning of my race more slowly, steadily increase my pace, and I will catch, pass and beat opponents? No way.

It’s true!

Beginning a race slower to finish faster can reap big rewards. This concept is called running 'negative splits'. A key to achieving negative splits is to incorporate this strategy into our regular running routine. Whether new to the sport or a seasoned runner, join me tonight to learn and practice how this all works. 

Workout:

1M warm up
1M repeats x 3
1M cool down

Benefits:
 
Mental Fortitude
Stamina
Injury Prevention
Speed Training

Please review the route maps via this link:

Warm up and cool down:
 
https://www.mapmyrun.com/routes/view/2145243139

1M repeats:
 
https://www.mapmyrun.com/routes/view/2145242182

-Warm up/cool down directions to and from Stow Lake. We will run together to Stow Lake.
-Exiting Kezar Stadium’s west entrance, turn right and proceed to the stoplight.
-At stoplight, cross Kezar Drive and proceed onto MLK Jr Drive.
-At intersection with Bowling Green, cross street and turn left to stay on MLK Jr Drive.
-At 9th Ave, turn right to stay on MLK Jr Drive.
-Immediately after passing Hagiwara Tea Garden Drive on your right, look and take the pedestrian path that veers off to the right.
-Shortly thereafter, take the first path you see on your left. This path will lead you to Stow Lake Drive.
-At Stow Lake Drive, cross over pedestrian path to the sidewalk surrounding the lake.
-This is the start and finish location for the workout and each counterclockwise 1 mile loop around the lake.
-After completing three loops, proceed back to Kezar Stadium the way you came.