Running Rogue Episode #392: Periodization... Say What?!?
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Feb 27, 2026 The hosts call out influencer dishonesty around race times and why authenticity matters. They break down periodization into five essential training phases and explain how to sequence them. Practical topics include priming workouts, aerobic strength, race-specific sessions, tapering strategies, and the often-missed recovery period.
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Chris Rants About Influencers Using Watch Time
- Chris called out influencers who report watch time instead of official chip time, calling it inauthentic and harmful to standards.
- He gave an example of an influencer posting a half time a minute faster than official chip results after running socially.
Lydiard Proved Early Training Can Be The Same
- Arthur Lydiard's system showed milers and marathoners can share the same early training for 12–15 weeks before diverging into race specificity.
- That experimental sequencing underpins modern periodization and explains why base and strength matter across distances.
Ramp Volume Conservatively And Avoid Precision Early
- In priming/base, focus on frequency and volume first; add short speed reps with full recovery and keep intensity low—avoid precise pace targets.
- Increase weekly mileage conservatively (about +2–4 miles/week) to ramp safely.