If you have ever thought “This pace feels way too slow to be helping me” you are not alone. A lot of runners feel unsure about easy runs. But here is the truth: those chilled runs are actually doing some of the most important work in your training.
At Edge we build your plan around this principle so let’s break it down.
Why slow is smart
Zone 2 explained
When we talk about easy runs we usually mean Zone 2. That just means you are running at a pace where you could hold a conversation without gasping for breath.
It might feel too slow but that is exactly the point. Running like this teaches your body to use oxygen better build endurance and burn fat efficiently all without pushing you too hard.
In short, easy runs lay the foundation that makes all your faster training work.
Bonus
These runs are where you build your engine without burning out. You are helping your legs recover while still moving the needle forward.
When you actually go fast
Not every run should feel easy otherwise training gets boring and progress stalls. That is why Edge includes harder efforts like tempo runs and intervals.
Tempo runs are your comfortably hard pace the kind where you can talk in short bursts. They help you hold a strong pace for longer without fading.
Intervals are short sharp efforts like one to three minutes that push your limits. They build your top-end speed and improve fitness in a really efficient way.
Edge mixes these sessions into your plan so you never have to guess what to do next. Some days are for building some for testing.
How Edge gets it right
Your plan is built around you your current fitness your goals and your pace. We use your real data to guide each run and adjust over time as you improve.
Even if a run feels too easy trust that it is doing what it is meant to do. And when it is time to push Edge will help you get there.
What you will notice over time
• You recover quicker between sessions
• Your legs feel fresher on long runs
• Your slow pace quietly gets faster
• You enjoy running more and feel more in control
Training is not about smashing every run. It is about consistency and building something that lasts. Easy runs are used by the best runners in the world because they work and they can work for you too.