Everyday Ultra How to Run a Sub-3 Hour Marathon as an Ultrarunner with Pierce Showe
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Aug 23, 2024 Pierce Showe, an ultrarunner and endurance athlete famous for completing the Triple Crown of 200s, reveals how he transitioned from ultra training to achieving a sub-3 marathon time. He discusses key strategies like pacing, optimizing nutrition, and the importance of mental preparation drawn from ultra experiences. Pierce breaks down specific workouts and shares practical tips on fueling and race day strategies, including the secrets behind his successful sub-3 attempt. His insights are invaluable for anyone looking to blend marathon speed with ultramarathon endurance.
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From Triple Crown To Sub-3 Marathon
- Pierce ran the Triple Crown of 200s (Bigfoot, Tahoe, Moab) then took a month off and trained for a sub-3 marathon.
- He achieved a 2:52 marathon three-and-a-half months after finishing the 200s, showing rapid transition is possible.
Coaching Multiplies Possibility
- Pierce credits the right coaching and a structured plan for enabling massive goals like the Triple Crown.
- He says confidence in training bricks helped him survive tough race conditions and quick turnarounds.
Segmentation Beats Overwhelm
- 200-mile races require far more patience and different pacing than 100-milers.
- Pierce used segmentation (aid-station-to-aid-station) to protect mental energy across ultra distances.
