Jeffing

[paul1960]

I have just found out about this jeffing on here just want people's thoughts about it what do you think

[Coddfish Graduate10]

Hi Paul, if I am running more than 5k, I always do run/walk intervals. When you run a long distance as an older runner, it’s very easy to lose form when you tire. With poor form, you are at greater risk of injury. Walking breaks give you a chance to regroup, focus on posture etc. I think it’s essential.

[paul1960 Graduate10 in reply to Coddfish]

So you think that's ok then because that is exactly what I do sometimes i feel like am cheating

[Coddfish Graduate10 in reply to paul1960]

You are not cheating

[Oldfloss Administrator Graduate10 in reply to paul1960]

Not cheating.purists might disagree..but loads of folk on my last HM did it...Jeffingg has allowed so many people to begin running..and to take part in races..and to run further than they would otherwise. They still cover the kilometres.. 🙂

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I don’t understand the ratio thing, maybe I’m daft lol. Would be awesome if someone could explain it without being too mathematical 🤪.

[Coddfish Graduate10 in reply to Hidden]

General explanation. jeffgalloway.com/training/r...

Calculator. jeffgalloway.com/training/m...

[Snuffy_T Graduate10]

I had to put some walks in when I started running more than 8k. I think its okay, I feel a bit decrepit, so it helps me. Secretly though I'd like to run my next HM without any walking, but I will see how it goes.

[Knittingrunner Graduate10]

I have recently started using it in particular for runs over 5K. As an older runner I’ve found it helps me keep going for longer, reduces my recovery and makes sure I keep better posture so for me there is less possibility for trips and falls. I’m no expert on it and am playing around with the ratio but I think for me it’s the way forward. 🏃🏻‍♀️😊

[paul1960 Graduate10 in reply to Knittingrunner]

Yeh that's how I feel still get the distance in I did 13mile on Sunday and it took me 2.33mins which I dont consider it to bad like you said its the way forward and we are still out there running so that's ok

[Knittingrunner Graduate10 in reply to paul1960]

Exactly. That’s a good time too. I did 7.8 miles last week for the very first time in my life in 1.50 minutes. Whilst I new I’d done that as my legs were a bit stiff I recovered much quicker than my previous 6 miles. So for me I think it’s the way forward. It’s made me feel like I could do a half marathon next year for the first time. 🏃🏻‍♀️😊

[Deals1 Graduate10]

Hi. I don't really know the science of it all.. but I do do it and I like it when I need it