Diamond Sport · 2026training notes for serious amateurs

Training

Plans, sessions, and weekly structure for amateur athletes.

A 12-Week Base-Building Plan for Amateur Runners
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A 12-Week Base-Building Plan for Amateur Runners

Three progressive blocks you can finish around a full-time job.

Strength Work for Endurance Amateurs: Two Sessions a Week
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Strength Work for Endurance Amateurs: Two Sessions a Week

The minimum effective dose of gym work for runners and field athletes.

Interval Training for Busy Amateurs
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Interval Training for Busy Amateurs

One quality session a week, done right, beats three sloppy ones.

How to Structure a Training Week Around a Day Job
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How to Structure a Training Week Around a Day Job

Anchor sessions, flexible fillers, and where to put the long run.