Implementing sub maximal bouts in the form of tempo runs is a great way to help improve an athletes aerobic qualities. Progressing them is typically done in one of two manners: increasing the overall volume (making runs longer or adding reps/sets/series) or moving from extensive to intensive tempo. Of late we have used change of direction as a way to progress them. We viewed the primary benefit of adding sub maximal accelerations and decelerations will help prep the athlete for more intense activities. Continuing to progress by adding changes of direction, in multiple directions, and/or pattern runs to help prep the athlete for more intensive outputs associates with practice just sounded like a wise decision for me. Something about two birds one stone. #energysystemdevelopment #sportperformance #strengthandconditioning #physicalpreparation #coachingeducation #strengthandconditioningcoach #gpp (at Tuckahoe, Virginia) https://www.instagram.com/p/CVghJVHvmIq/?utm_medium=tumblr
