Episode Description
Jeff breaks down why critical velocity training has been a cornerstone of his coaching for 25 years. How it builds speed, extends endurance, and improves performance without killing your legs. He explains the science, the practical application, and how to use it to run faster, farther, and more efficiently.
CHAPTERS:
00:00 Intro
01:53 How Jeff Found Critical Velocity by Accident
05:36 The Origin of Critical Velocity Training
07:05 Why Critical Velocity Actually Works
08:02 The 3 Biggest Benefits of This Training
10:48 Where Critical Velocity Fits in Your Training
15:13 The Sweet Spot Between VO2 Max and Threshold
20:29 The Ideal Effort Range for Critical Velocity
27:15 When to Use It in a Training Block
35:38 What a Critical Velocity Workout Looks Like
37:54 How to Calculate Your Critical Velocity Pace
40:02 How Much Volume You Should Do
43:24 How Often to Run This Workout
45:51 When You’ll Start Seeing Results
47:25 Coach’s Mailbag
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