Jump to:The Purpose of a Long, Slow Distance RunHow Long, Slow Distance Training Makes You FasterWhy You Should Keep the Long Run SlowExactly How Long and How Slow You Should GoWhen you toe the start line of a 10K, your race day is going to be totally different than if you were running a marathon. But despite the contrast in those two race experiences, there are some workouts that are crucial to have on your training plan leading up to an event—no matter what distance you’re gearing up to crush.That includes the long, slow distance run or what some people call the LSD run. Simply put, this staple of your training plan involves spending as much time on your feet as you will on race day, but doing it at a slower pace. Yes, it’s how marathoners spend virtually every Saturday or Sunday morning—but it’s also the backbone of anytraining plan.🏃🏻‍♀️ Ready to take on your longest run yet?…