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Apr 11, 2026 19 min

S04 E27 - Speed work. Intervals.Get Faster Tips from Running Coach. Chasing Nick

from Idiots Go Running Hosted by Colin and Andrew Goodman

Chasing Nick: Speed Work Explained | Intervals, Tempo Runs, Strides & Getting Faster What actually is speed work… and do everyday runners really need it? In this episode of Chasing Nick, Colin and Nick — the running coach break down one of the most misunderstood parts of training: speed work. From intervals and tempo runs to strides, pacing, recovery, and the mistakes runners make when they go too hard too often, this is a simple, honest look at how speed sessions actually work. Whether you are training for a 5K, 10K, half marathon, marathon, or just want to become a stronger runner, this episode explains how speed work can help — without sending you into a panic. In this episode: What speed work actually means The difference between intervals, reps, strides and tempo Why speed work matters for all runners How often you should do it Common speed work mistakes How hard hard days should really feel Why recovery matters just as much as the session itself Chasing Nick is the series where we try to make sense of running training, one question at a time. Listen, follow and share: idiotsgorunning.com Follow @IdiotsGoRunning #runningpodcast #speedwork #runningtraining #marathontraining #halfmarathontraining #intervaltraining

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