Although I’m not in 100% agreement with high intensity interval training, I would like to post this information at the request if the author who shared it with me. Without a doubt high intensity training can help with strength gains, and for runners improving those fast twitch muscle fibers, but It should not be performed daily. I think that’s where the majority of injuries result from as the body is not getting a chance to recover from the demands that were placed upon it. Varying workouts and introducing higher intensity runs 1-2 times a week can be much more beneficial then performing them daily. While a hard high intensity run can be a great replacement for a long easy run on days where time is of the essence, I do not recommend it daily.
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-Dr. Nick Source: Fix.com}
Dr. Campitelli is a podiatrist in Akron, OH specializing in foot and ankle surgery with an interest and enthusiasm for running as well as helping runners with injuries. For the past several years he has been treating running injuries in patients by fixing their form and transitioning them to minimalist shoes. Having treated runners with all types of injuries through conservative measures with orthotics and shoe gear changes to reconstructive foot and ankle surgery, Dr. Campitelli has brought what works best and is most current to his practice as well as the Akron and Cleveland running communities.