260: How to Write Training Part 1 Getting Started
Mastering Training Plans: Foundations and Strategy
In this episode of the On Coaching podcast, Steve Magness and John Marcus dive into the essentials of writing effective training plans for athletes. They discuss the importance of understanding the individual athlete, their training history, and their goals. They emphasize the seesaw balance between endurance and speed, setting realistic time horizons, and the role of time trials and progress markers in tracking athlete development. The episode also highlights the necessity of modifying training based on observed progress and understanding when to push an athlete or maintain a steady approach. This is part one of a two-part series focused on laying the foundational principles of effective training design.
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00:00 Welcome to the On Coaching Podcast
00:26 Transitioning Between Seasons
01:01 Back to Basics: Writing Training Plans
02:05 Understanding the Athlete’s Background
11:31 The Importance of Time Trials
13:59 Tracking Progress and Adjusting Training
20:03 Balancing Endurance and Speed
23:50 The Importance of Consistency in Training
25:00 Balancing Life and Training Variables
25:38 Nutritional Strategies for Optimal Performance
26:27 Adapting Training Cycles for Maximum Benefit
26:58 The Evolution of Athletic Skills
28:56 Long-Term Development and Time Constraints
31:55 The Incubation Period in Athletic Training
33:21 Strategic Training for Middle Distance Runners
43:31 Recognizing and Riding the Wave of Momentum
50:53 Adjusting Training Plans When Predictions Fail
51:53 Conclusion and Additional Resources
