Running with Data; The RunPowerCoach Podcast
Nathan Fenton
August 23, 202412 min
Running
Measuring Stamina to Help you Build Endurance
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Episode Notes
In this episode, Nathan discusses the difference between stamina and endurance and how they relate to running. Stamina is a prolonged activity with a higher output, while endurance is simply a prolonged activity. Nathan explains that stamina is a measurement of fatigue resistance and can be used to determine what power output you can hold after doing work. He also shares three ways to build stamina: longer long runs, long runs with a higher output, and longer sub-threshold sessions. Nathan emphasizes the importance of tracking stamina for longer distance races and offers his expertise to help runners improve their stamina.
Takeaways
- Stamina is a measurement of fatigue resistance and can show what power output you can hold after doing work.
- To build stamina, focus on longer long runs, long runs with a higher output, and longer sub-threshold sessions.
- Tracking stamina is important for longer distance races to determine the effectiveness of training and race strategy.
- A power meter is a valuable tool for analyzing and improving stamina in running.
- Nathan offers his expertise to help runners improve their stamina and integrate data into their training and racing.
Chapters
00:00 Introduction and Overview
01:07 Understanding Stamina as Fatigue Resistance
06:09