The Running Process
Plan
The art and science of understanding a situation, envisioning a desired future, and laying out effective ways of bringing that future about.
Prepare
Those activities performed to improve the capability and capacity to execute.
Execute
Putting a plan into action by applying oneself or team to accomplish the task, objective, or mission.
Assess
The continuous determination of the progress toward accomplishing a task, creating an effect, or achieving an objective.
This framework provides a starting point for the execution of The Running Process. It establishes a common frame of reference and the tools to plan, prepare for, execute and assess running performance. By establishing a common approach and language, the framework promotes shared understanding and enhances the effectiveness during the running process. This is not a fixed set of rules but merely a guide. As a guide it requires adaptation to circumstances. Effective runners recognize when and where guides, training, or even their past experiences no longer fit the situation and adapt accordingly.