2023 is finally upon us; with the new year, come new (and old but not forgotten) goals of a fitter and healthier version of ourselves that starts with getting back into running!

Whether you took a break because of work, to enjoy the holidays or you were forced still by an injury, getting back into a running routine can feel daunting; you don’t want to start from scratch but jumping right in doesn’t feel right either.

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Learning how to pace yourself is one of the most critical skills a runner can develop.

The pace we move at is an individual process. It varies from person to person and is dependant on one’s physiological parameters i.e. heart rate, VO2 max, lactate threshold.

By taking the time to understand good run pacing, to practice running at different speeds, and to understand how your body, breath, and heart rate feel in different effort zones, you will eventually be able to intuitively move between running paces and bring them to your training at the right moments. This is what will increase help you to get better, and ultimately maximise your enjoyment of running.