[eddie]

Hi Luka,

Pickups are also described here – https://evokeendurance.com/why-even-ultra-runners-need-speed-work/#Strides_or_Pick_Ups

Pickups/strides/accelerations are a runner’s thing, which I’m not, but as a climber (who runs), they’re like throwing in some campusing. The intention is to express a bit of power/strength via faster movement patterns during blocks of aerobic base building. It’s generally used to prime and prepare you for harder workouts to come.

[eddie]

Hi Josh,

I’m not a hunter, but I really respect your approach to it. It’s something I don’t see much – the practice of skilled marksmanship and field processing – around my training hills.

I don’t have the expertise to comment on your question. But in general, I find it useful to keep in mind Scott’s training philosophy – First, identify the demands of your event, the fundamental qualities to meet those demands, and which qualities that are holding you back. Then design training to elevate those weaknesses and individualized to your needs.

[eddie]

Thanks for the correction, Scott. I’ll check out Gambetta too. If you’re interested, Deitz’s book “TriPhasic Training” is an interesting read, where he references a number of Russian coaches including Verkhoshansky. And here’s a youtube clip [1] on how he trains his athletes to squat.  Anyway, thanks again for providing such great lectures.

[1] https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CUjDwjpyvGw

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