Kallum, our Race Director, has produced the below article which explains the theory and the ‘how to’ of Lactate Threshold Training. Those who have been taking part in Kal’s recent Thursday night sessions should be quite familiar with the concept. If you have any further questions about this subject, please speak with Kal or one of our other coaches.
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On Tuesday 3rd February 12 hardy souls plus one hardy coach, gathered at the weekly Stockwood Park Track Session For All Abilities. After a 10 minute warm up routine, we were set to do repetitions (reps) of 40 seconds at half marathon pace, 40 seconds at 10km pace, 40 seconds at 5km pace and then 1 minute jog / walk […]
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On Sunday 25th January 12 Striders took part in the ATW Bedford 5 & 10 Mile event. Six took part in the 5 mile event and six took part in the 10 Mile event. 5 Mile Leigh B Fran M Jane F Claire O Amrik S Nick B John C 10 Mile Lucy J Kulwinder A Sandy R Andy […]
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Are you a runner that is tired of running alone? If so, you are welcome to come and try running with Stopsley Striders, at no cost or commitment, on a Monday night. The place to meet is at the cafe inside the Active Luton Inspire Sports Centre. The time to meet is 6:45pm. All abilities and paces are catered for, […]
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On Tuesday 20th January, the Club held a free Track Taster Session for all members. 31 members registered to attend, a vast increase on the 11 or 12 who usually attend the weekly paid for session. The ‘track newbies’ were met at reception by our Chairperson, Claire, and just before 7:30pm everyone made their way down onto the track. Gez […]
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Each April, Stopsley Striders runs a fully coached 13 week beginner course with the aim for all runners to be able to run for 30 mins or to complete a 5K. Couch to 5K; An Inclusive course that’s open to all abilities. This year’s course starts on Thursday 16th April 2026, at Inspire Sports Village, Luton, LU2 8DD at 6:50pm. […]
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