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12 Week Beginner Aerobic Base Building Plan

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12 Week Beginner Aerobic Base Building Plan

Author

Martin Cleary

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Length

12 Weeks

Plan Description

This plan is designed for those who have a general level of fitness or a background in being active but are starting their running journey and are looking for some routine and direction in building their aerobic base to help with their future running endeavors. Focusing on a holistic approach in which runners are encouraged to tune in and listen to their bodies through feel which helps build an awareness of the mind body connection and prevent fatigue and burnout through understanding, listening and responding accordingly to the body.

Upon completing this program, runners should be well prepared to introduce more intensity to their training and potentially look to target races across a variety of distances or just simply continue building their cardiovascular fitness for general health and well-being. This program can be accompanied by strength training program for an overall health and well being regime.

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Training Plan Sample Week

Stats

Average Weekly Breakdown

Workouts Weekly Average Longest Workout
Run x4
02:44:00 01:30:00
Day Off x3
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Workouts Per Week Weekly Average Longest Workout
Run
02:44:00 01:30:00
Day Off
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Training Load By Week


Martin Cleary

Pinnacle Sports Massage & Coaching

At Pinnacle Massage & Coaching I am focused on educating athletes on all aspects of what it takes to become a strong and healthy endurance athlete. Emphasis is placed on a holistic approach where developing a large cardiovascular base using a periodized approach helps athletes recognize and reach their true potential. This in turn helps promote longevity and reduces the chance of burnout and injury as well as fosters enjoyment in their training.


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