lows (more rest, shorter, easier recovery workouts, and staying below aerobic maximum heart rate at the vast majority of workouts). This appeals to your competitive intensity by focusing on peak performance and recovery, instead of focusing on the flawed notion of “consistency” in this context. Furthermore, realize that virtually all athletes, from novice to elite, do too much training and not enough rest. Consider backing off on both your mileage and your intensity, and adding more sleep, recovery, and complementary practices.
