I have to admit that I am not a runner in the traditional sense.  My background is in Track and Field in an event that is not known for running.  My event requires anywhere from 8 to 10 strides.  In my competitive days, the mere thought of running for longer than 800 meters would send most of my teammates and competitors into hyperventilation and state of shock.   Ask me to hop on one leg, sprint a hill or pull a sled and we’re in business.  However,  those days are gone (for the most part).   I still enjoy a good hill sprint and an occasional plyometric workout but the high volume, high-intensity days that were a signature workout prior to an Olympic Trials or National Championship are long gone.  Continue reading