How many rest days?

Wendy1Fl

Hello,
I am trying to make an annual schedule and I need to know if I should be taking two days off each week or is just one rest day per week safe?

Stoshew71

Try these links...


http://running.competitor.com/2014/08/training/running-101-how-often-should-you-run_12188

http://www.asics.co.uk/sports/running/recovery/rest-as-part-of-training-overcompensation-explained




https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5TWzC0KA6uo

heathergetshealthier

Really helpful, thanks! A question I was having as well

Stoshew71

Another link I found @Wendy1Fl & @heathergetshealthier


Creating An Optimal Long-Term Training Plan
By Jeff Gaudette

http://running.competitor.com/2013/09/training/creating-an-optimal-long-term-training-plan_55397
http://runnersconnect.net/coach-corner/planning-the-optimal-1-or-2-year-training-cycle/


Runner's World - How to Set a Long Term Running Goal
http://www.runnersworld.com/race-training/how-to-set-a-long-term-running-goal

Brian Mac - Planning the Training
http://www.brianmac.co.uk/plan.htm


Examiner - Reach your running goals with a long-term training program
http://www.examiner.com/article/reach-your-running-goals-with-a-long-term-training-program

Wendy1Fl

Thanks so much! I'm through the first article, and will have my homework cut out for me this week . I love it that you are so helpful!

melaniefave41

Great links! Making a good personalized schedule takes some serious thought.