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# 65 –  Greg McMillan, world renowned running coach, on his training philosophy, running pace calculator and how to become a better runner

# 65 – Greg McMillan, world renowned running coach, on his training philosophy, running pace calculator and how to become a better runner

FromRunning and Fitness With Raj


# 65 – Greg McMillan, world renowned running coach, on his training philosophy, running pace calculator and how to become a better runner

FromRunning and Fitness With Raj

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Length:
48 minutes
Released:
Aug 2, 2021
Format:
Podcast episode

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Episode SummaryGreg McMillan, world renowned running coach, on his training philosophy, running pace calculator and how to become a better runnerShow Notes01:05 – Coach Greg introduces himself02:25 – Differences between real world coaching and academic coaching concepts04:30 – How Coach Greg evaluates a new athlete06:55 – Overarching training principles10:35 – Key workouts which benefit runners13:40 – How Coach Greg developed his running calculator16:05 – Differences between ‘new’, ‘intermediate’ and ‘advanced’ runners18:20 – “Endurance Monster”, “Speedster” and “Combo” runner24:55 – Importance of developing your shorter distance speed29:20 – Example of a training week in Coach Greg’s training plan33:50 – Thoughts on low heart rate training37:25 – Running with power39:20 – Thoughts on strength training42:05 – Recommendations of resourcesFollow Coach Greg McMillanWebsite:https://www.mcmillanrunning.com/Instagram: @ mcmillanrunningFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/McMillanRunningYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/McMillanRunningCoTwitter: @GregMcMillanBooks by Coach Greg McMillanYou (Only Faster) - Amazon LinkRunning Nirvana: 50 Lessons to Elevate Your Running - Amazon LinkContact Details for Running and Fitness with RajWebsite: runfitraj.comemail:runningandfitnesswithraj@gmail.comFacebook Group:Running and Fitness with RajInstagram:@runningandfitnesswithrajTwitter: @RunningRajListen and SubscribeThank you for listening and supporting "Running and Fitness with Raj". If you enjoy the show, please subscribe, spread the word and rate & review on iTunes or wherever you are listening to your podcast.AppleSpotifyJioSaavnGoogle PodcastsStitcherCastboxTuneInPodcast AddictPodchaser
Released:
Aug 2, 2021
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A Running, Fitness and Health Show, focused on delivering actionable and specific advice to listeners. This show will be interview based, and our guests will include elite runners and athletes, top coaches, scientific experts, nutritionists, sports psychologists and health and well-being professionals. The podcast will be of great value to age-group athletes who can incorporate the learnings and insights from this show in their daily training and living. The show is hosted by Raj (Rajagopal Anapuzha) who is an accomplished age-group runner and coach, multiple times Boston Marathon Qualifier and a top 5 age-group finisher at Mumbai Marathon.