John “HADD”, Lydiard, and the long, continuous, steady-state approach.

Update: 2025-08-21

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Following in Lydiard’s footsteps. John Walsh (aka HADD), heart rate training, and building the base of the pyramid.

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John “HADD”, Lydiard, and the long, continuous, steady-state approach.

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John “HADD”, Lydiard, and the long, continuous, steady-state approach.