The HERD FIT
The HERD FIT
David Syvertsen
Why do we need Benchmark workouts?
32 minutes Posted Jun 21, 2026 at 6:00 pm.
Welcome Back And Summer Plans
Benchmark 28 Structure And Scoring
Run Effort, Recovery, And RPE
Levels, Scaling, And Stimulus
Benchmarks As Data And Goals
Winners, Percent Gains, Coachability
How To Train For Retest
Running Extra Work And Overtraining
Final Notes And Good Luck
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We break down Bison Benchmark 28 and why two scored runs with short rests turn a “simple” workout into a real test of pacing, recovery, and grit. We also explain how to pick the right level, track your data, and train smart all summer so the retest proves you actually improved. • The format of Benchmark 28 and why two run times matter • How to choose RPE for the first run without ruining the second • Why levels exist and how scaling protects the intended stimulus • Benchmarks as a gauge for p...