The last Wednesday of the month means it’s time for the running round up with five of my best running friends. This month, it’s all about speed, even at the height of hotness. Don’t let the sun and humidity keep you from the track. You can run fast and stay cool this summer…you can also run on a treadmill. We have all the options. You’re welcome.

6 Speed Workouts for Runners

No runner wants to head to a shadeless track at the end of July. However, there are ways (other than waking up at 4am) to beat the heat and do your repeats. Plus, when you SAFELY train in the summer heat, you have endless possibilities for PRs at your fall race. Happens every year.

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Now that you know how to beat the heat out there, here are five workouts you can do. Just add ice:

HAPPY FIT MAMA 

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RUN FAR GIRL

Hone your 5K pacing skills and finish strong with this speed workout from RunFarGirl

 

THIS RUNNER’S RECIPES

6 Speed Workouts for Runners This Runner's Recipes Long and Short Fartlek

BROOKLYN ACTIVE MAMA

Speed Workout For Runners - BrooklynActiveMama.com

 

FINE FIT DAY

Speed Fine Fit Day

 

You now have everything you need to hit the track (or tread) for some speed…just don’t forget the ice!

 

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Meet me back here on Friday to hear all about my hometown triathlon, past and present. It’s a hell of a story.

 

How do you stay cool when running in the summer?

Have you ever used the ice trick?

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