Running slow isn't just about pace; it's a strategic approach to building a solid running foundation. By dedicating a majority of your runs to slower, easier efforts, you create space for recovery and enhance your body's ability to adapt to higher intensity workouts. This principle, sometimes known as the 80/20 rule or the "run slow to run fast" strategy, ensures that when you do push yourself, whether in speed work or races, you're doing so from a position of strength and readiness. J...