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Even for runners who never make the transition to more sophisticated workouts, easing into speedwork will lead to more enjoyable running.

I love to run. I feel free and complete. The feeling of moving fast is just magical; it's wonderful.

Intervals and other types of speed work are essential to improve running speed.

I love to run, and I actually run quite a bit.

Running gives you a great opportunity to work stuff out in your head.

Experience has taught me how important it is to just keep going, focusing on running fast and relaxed. Eventually it passes and the flow returns. It's part of racing.

Even though running is work for me, I always miss it if I take a break. A lot of people find running relaxing, but I can never switch off from timing and competing against myself.

I think there are so many extra benefits to running besides the health ones that come from getting your heart rate up, sweating, and all that other good stuff.

When you have good runners, you always run fast. That's the motivation for me. But I have room to improve in my technique and in the start.