The 25th Daily Sound Word - fartiek

[t-bob]

fartlek
fartlek|ˈfɑrt lɛk
fartlek (noun)
a method of athletic training (especially for runners) in which strenuous effort and normal effort alternate in a continuous exercise
fartlek (Noun)
An athletic training technique, used especially in running, in which periods of intense effort alternate with periods of less strenuous effort in a continuous workout.
Fartlek
Fartlek, which means "speed play" in Swedish, is a training method that blends continuous training with interval training. The variable intensity and continuous nature of the exercise places stress on both the aerobic and anaerobic systems. It differs from traditional interval training in that it is unstructured; intensity and/or speed varies, as the athlete wishes. Most fartlek sessions last a minimum of 45 minutes and can vary from aerobic walking to anaerobic sprinting. Fartlek training is generally associated with running, but can include almost any kind of exercise.

[coachdoc]

When I was on the X-country team in HS this is exactly how we'd train. But I've never heard the word before. A strange one.

[t-bob]

That was athletic workout in my tennis routine. Fart(iek) is always important and the 2nd number routing. Also number one as well. And of course the shower ……