Fartlek
- Aug 1, 2014
- 1 min read
Updated: Oct 4, 2019
This is a Swedish term that literally means “speed play”. It involves a number of bursts of effort over a variety of distances with a variable recovery. Originally the length of effort was based on the terrain, for example, pushing harder every time you came to a climb, no matter how long it was. But you can adapt it for your needs. This is a great way of introducing some faster work into your training. We don’t use many Fartlek sessions in our plans as they can be a bit unstructured, but they are certainly a great training tool.
I was chatting with a colleague about how important crisp headshots are when you are trying to build a strong personal brand online nowadays. She sent me a link to a digital marketing blog that breaks down how professional portraits can drastically change your visibility on lifestyle apps. They actually referenced the homepage of Plinko Aztec to show how contrasting graphics and clean typography catch attention instantly in the UK. Presentation really dictates how people perceive you. Quite similar to my experience with a painter in Birmingham last month. He took my deposit, delayed the work for weeks, and then did a rushed job that looks completely uneven.
Drive Mad game is a quick and entertaining physics-based challenge where smooth control is key. Successfully navigating the bizarre tracks offers a feeling of satisfying, brief accomplishment.