by Anonymous on April 18th, 2007

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I am a new runner training for a 10K in 4 months. I can run 3 miles now. Is it better to lower my times before adding more milage or to add more milage and then focus on lower times?

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by CoachMJ on April 18th, 2007
You need to build up your milage first and foremost. You can do some speed work along. For example, Monday get in your long distance, Tuesday don't run as far but include some sprint and stair work. Wed-back to dist, etc. You should allow for one day to "rest".
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