The OPTIMAL Way To Run Faster and Harder For SELECTION

Learn the best tips and training strategies to run faster and harder for selection, including for SFAS, BUD/S, RASP, or A&S.
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Timestamps:
0:00 - Introduction
0:21 - How To Think About Running
0:51 - Energy Systems
1:43 - What Does This Mean For You?
2:27 - Running Standards
2:40 - Workout Types
4:57 - Why Is Running So Hard
6:20 - How To Build a Run Program
Learn from a special operations coach how to run faster and harder for selection. We're talking about everything from your body's energy systems to the running standards for special forces. Plus, I'll share the best workout types and the ultimate program to run at your full performance. This video will be helpful for everyone regardless of the career path or branch you are training for - US Army (Green Beret, Army Ranger), Air Force (PJ, CCT, SR), Navy (SEAL, SWCC), or Marine Corps (MARSOC, Raider).
Disclaimer: This video is intended for general information only and is not a substitute for professional medical guidance.

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  • @SOFPrepCoach
    @SOFPrepCoach2 ай бұрын

    Psychologically it’s *very* hard to put in the work day in and day out without immediate results, but remember: *Running is a physiological adaptation.* It takes time. Be patient, be smart, train hard.

  • @n_eiswuerfel
    @n_eiswuerfel2 ай бұрын

    Thank you, needed that video

  • @chubs5313
    @chubs53132 ай бұрын

    Great video happy with this one! Thank you!

  • @cobytang
    @cobytang2 ай бұрын

    Been focusing on my runs for the past month. I can clearly remember at the beginning of the month running a 9-lap 1-mile run, I'd already be dying and need to stop at lep 6, dreading every running day. At the end of the month, I can easily bust out a 6:30 mile and only begin to feel uncomfortable at lap 8.

  • @sunglee2048
    @sunglee20482 ай бұрын

    I'm getting back into running and planning for a marathon this fall. I will apply this to my training. Thanks!

  • @oliverallen5324
    @oliverallen53242 ай бұрын

    Hey SOFPrep Coach. I would like a video what your 'suffer sessions." I also wanted to ask you if you'd heard of the Norwegian 4x4 protocol? It's been around a while, but the research has found that it increases VO2 max well, though it does suck to do. Great content. Thank you for everything.

  • @noalane3626

    @noalane3626

    Ай бұрын

    That longevity crowd is a really terrible place for getting running advice. When they are telling you to improve VO2max they are mostly concerned that a low VO2max correlates with shorter lifespan but you are undoubtedly not in that category already. They have a really nasty habit of overinterpreting the evidence and making claims that are much stronger than the studies support.

  • @low-budgefudge2164

    @low-budgefudge2164

    Ай бұрын

    ​@@noalane3626"You think youre a coach!" Hypocrite

  • @keltyhood4003
    @keltyhood4003Ай бұрын

    Hey coach, great video. I was wondering, is it realistic to be able to improve both strength and running pace at the same time, or would it be better to focus more on one than the other? Also, on a day when you are working on both, is it ok to go straight to running after a hard session of lifting or would you recommend for example running in the morning and working on strength in the afternoon? Thanks coach.

  • @SOFPrepCoach

    @SOFPrepCoach

    Ай бұрын

    You can absolutely do both. Check out this video kzread.info/dash/bejne/hKeIusVugLuepLQ.html

  • @Steady_Dormant
    @Steady_Dormant2 ай бұрын

    How do you get faster in the 5 mile run

  • @pjs835
    @pjs8352 ай бұрын

    I noticed when i’m ruck walking at a 18:00 pace or so (literally just a brisk walk) my heart rate is 100-110 BPM, maybe higher if it’s hotter. So would you count rucking as another aerobic day seeing how it’s almost always putting you in a zone 2 heart rate zone?

  • @SOFPrepCoach

    @SOFPrepCoach

    2 ай бұрын

    Yes, if you're walking faster. 110 BPM is really low. I'd pick up the pace (using the linked technique) sofprepcoach.com/how-to-ruck-faster-and-injury-free/

  • @pjs835

    @pjs835

    2 ай бұрын

    @@SOFPrepCoach thank you for the feedback! Just getting back into rucking and getting used to moving with weight but i’m working my way up

  • @Charlie-jj8bk
    @Charlie-jj8bk2 ай бұрын

    My fastest 2 mile is equivalent to a 6:37/mile pace while my fastest 5 mile is equivalent to a 7:44/mile pace. This tells me my lactate threshold is the issue rather than my VO2 max. Do you agree?

  • @SOFPrepCoach

    @SOFPrepCoach

    2 ай бұрын

    Yes, the drop off in 2-mile to 5-mile pace is pretty significant. Usually it's due to lactate accumulation. LT work or more 5-mile goal pace practice is a good place to start

  • @mr.tree.6967
    @mr.tree.69672 ай бұрын

    I have a question,I’m 5 9 and I run a 8:59 mile and a half should I be pulling back on my runs and work on mostly strength and size , can I do both ?

  • @Redspinna55

    @Redspinna55

    2 ай бұрын

    He has a video from a month ago about getting faster and stronger at the same time.

  • @SOFPrepCoach

    @SOFPrepCoach

    2 ай бұрын

    Absolutely. Everyone training for selection should be training strength and endurance

  • @curingthenaivete1642
    @curingthenaivete16422 ай бұрын

    Hello. I can currently run a 5-mile in 34-35 minutes, maintain a 9:30-10:00 pace at Z2 for 10 miles, do a 12 mile ruck at 35 dry in 2 hours, and weigh about 210LBs. I dont have a selection date for a while. How do I improve from here? Just pre-fatigue work?

  • @SOFPrepCoach

    @SOFPrepCoach

    2 ай бұрын

    If you're making progress, keep doing what you're doing If you're not, find your weakness and attack it

  • @oceanelwell6068

    @oceanelwell6068

    28 күн бұрын

    How long have you been running cause I’m currently trying to get where your at right now and any breathing tips?

  • @curingthenaivete1642

    @curingthenaivete1642

    28 күн бұрын

    @@oceanelwell6068 I've been running since 2021. However, this has not be day in day out week by week training. It's been mostly inconsistent. Breathing Tips: Run as fast as you can without mouth breathing for a set period of time. Increase by 5-minutes every week and this will help your breathing during runs. Ensure also when youre breathing during a run that you breathe in a cadence to prevent yourself from losing focus.

  • @cadewhite6962
    @cadewhite69622 ай бұрын

    Hey looking for some advice, can run 1.5 mile run in 9 minutes pretty confidently and isn't to difficult. But anything over 3 miles I can't hold 7 minute pace. My 4 mile time is just under 30 min. It's not my legs that hurt it's my breath holding me back on the longer runs. Any advice ?

  • @low-budgefudge2164

    @low-budgefudge2164

    2 ай бұрын

    You're probably inhaling for too long between breaths or you just don't have enough Anaerobic and/or Aerobic cardio. Can you comfortable run 25-30 miles a week? If so then it may be Anaerobic cardio. Just keep doing sprints 2-3 times a week.

  • @Tyra_San

    @Tyra_San

    2 ай бұрын

    Work up to three sessions per week of 90 min zone 2 runs, a day of speed work intervals, and a tempo run of 20-30 min around 85-90% of your max HR. Breathing cadence is also important. For faster runs, inhale every two steps, then exhale every two steps through your mouth, not nose. Nasal breathing is for zone 2 runs and slower. Deep breaths too while still maintaining a strong core and activated glutes.

  • @SOFPrepCoach

    @SOFPrepCoach

    2 ай бұрын

    Watch this video on breathing here. It's a game changer sofprepcoach.com/how-to-run-a-faster-5-mile-step-by-step/#how-to-breathe-for-running

  • @brockmorris8764

    @brockmorris8764

    2 ай бұрын

    You need to run more mileage per week. I’d imagine you’re mileage is 20-30 miles a week, that’s not enough, you need to be doing at least 45 miles a week getting ready to go through BUD/S

  • @noalane3626

    @noalane3626

    Ай бұрын

    @@low-budgefudge2164 bro just be quiet lmfao why do guys think they’re coaches

  • @OzzyHamid-cl2fi
    @OzzyHamid-cl2fiАй бұрын

    #canthurtme #davidgoggins