As you get closer to your key races, you will likely see longer workouts in your training plan. The higher volume workouts play an important role in your athletic development and race readiness.
However, completing a long workout requires much more than just showing up and going through the motions.
Because many athletes perform long workouts on the weekend - after a stressful and busy week of work, it's not uncommon to begin the workout poorly prepared, exhausted, underfueled and dehydrated.
Here are a few tips to help you get the most out of your long workouts.
