ATC: The Canova Method for The Marathon, Evolving as a Runner, and More

On today's show we have a great conversation on Renato Canova's marathon training method drawing on Lucho's experience using this method for himself.

Find out:

What sets Canova's training apart from other marathon plans? Is Canova right for you? Canova Specifics:

• Base "requirements" before tackling this kind of plan
• Starting the season with speed
• Will anaerobic work erode aerobic development
• Run fast to race fast
• How to determine your goal marathon pace, upon which so much of this style is based
• Canova's specific period and the crazy workouts
• Lots of running near/at goal marathon pace.
• Fast long runs of 17-24mi
• Speed vs. distance, which is more important?

Plus:

• Lucho's experience with Canova
• The bigger picture of choosing a marathon plan and customizing it

More Canova resources:

• Canova 101 Article from Running Times
• Lucho's Canova blog

Then, answers to YOUR questions on:

• How to find your bread and butter race distance for running -- from the 100m to 10k to marathon -- based on past performances
• Periodizing training for a fall Ironman and Sprint Triathlon Championships that will be 2 weeks apart
• Ultrarunner getting back to training for a hilly 50k in late June and needing guidance
• and more!