Choose Strong #31 Training for an Ultra | Valuable Insight & Tips for Beginners & Seasoned Runners
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Oct 12, 2023 Explore the journey of training for ultra races with insights from rookie experiences and seasoned wisdom. Discover the importance of mindset, community support, and selecting the right gear. Learn about building an aerobic base and essential race preparation strategies, including nutrition and logistics. Get practical tips for progressing from 50K to longer distances and understanding the roles of pacers and crew. This discussion is packed with valuable advice for both aspiring and experienced runners.
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Make Purpose Your Training Fuel
- Build a purpose-driven relationship with running that supports long-term motivation beyond medals and PRs.
- Let relationships and meaning fuel your endurance, not just external achievements.
Get Pacers Via Race Community Pages
- If you need pacers or crew, ask on the race's Facebook page; many volunteers will help strangers.
- Use pacing for safety in long races where sleep deprivation can cause hallucinations and getting lost.
Progressive Training Beats Back-To-Back Long Runs
- Avoid 'back-to-back massive long runs' as your only training method; instead build progressive foundations.
- Use structured progressions to lower injury risk and improve adaptation.
