Gym versus Running

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@NumberTwo

I would say that not enough time is spent on high quality running relative to time spent on other qualities (including lifting). Having said that, I would also assert that not enough time is spent on high quality - period - in a training program.

If Charlie’s experience told him that a high performance athlete (in speed and power sports) requires that all training needs to be broken down as 35% high intensity and 65% low intensity, most training programs are missing the mark. More often I see the following breakdown:

• <10% high intensity
• >40% medium intensity
• 50% low intensity

So, even if the ‘modern day athlete’ is spending enough “time” on the track, it is doubtful that it is in the high quality/intensity zone.

Yes, exactly. When I’m in the weight room I see athletes screwing around for 2 hours doing arm curls, weighted sit-ups and leg presses while having a good ole time. But when I go into the gym I will do something like 3 sets of 5 reps with 495 then finish up with reverse hypers and be done in 50 min or less.