3 Sneaky Signs You’re Not Spending Enough Time in Zone 2, According to Experts

Feeling stuck in a rut with your running? You might be making this one common mistake on your 'easy' days. 🥵 So many of us are guilty of turning every run into a grind, thinking harder is always better. But this 'no-man's-land' pace is often what leads to burnout, performance plateaus, and those nagging injuries. The secret? Embracing a true 'easy' pace, also known as Zone 2. This is where you build your real endurance engine. 🏗️ The easiest way to know you're there? The Talk Test. If you can't hold a full conversation while you're running, you're going too hard! It’s as simple as that. Slowing down builds a stronger foundation, which ultimately makes your fast days faster. What's your biggest challenge when it comes to keeping your easy runs genuinely easy? Let us know in the comments! 👇 #RunningTips #Zone2 #UKRunning #RunHappy #MarathonTraining #InjuryPrevention #RunnersUK