I've been there, done that. Tried to push past 60 miles a week and ended up with a nasty IT band issue. Now I cap myself at 50 miles and focus on intensity over volume. You can't buy experience, but you can learn from others' mistakes. 70 miles a week is just asking for trouble, if you ask me.
Yeah, wheelchair events are a different beast, but still impressive.
Dobson's win is the real story here. 80-1 odds? That's a dark horse if I've ever seen one. Good for him, shaking things up in the 400m. Asher-Smith's season may be ending on a high, but Dobson's the one making headlines.
Preach! I'm so tired of hearing about some dude who lost 100 pounds and ran a marathon. Good for them, but what's that got to do with me? I need to focus on my own shit, not get motivated by someone else's feel-good story. Consistency and hard work are what get results, not some inspirational tale.
Don't overthink it, dude. If you're already considering an ultra, you're probably ready for the challenge. I did my first 50M and it was a beast, but it taught me a lot about myself. If you're new to ultras, 50K is a good intro, but if you're feeling ballsy, go for the 50M. You won't know what you're capable of until you try.
I'm a fan of simplicity. When things get tough, I remind myself that I've put in the work and I'm prepared. No fancy mantras or visualization for me. Just a cold, hard look at the fact that I've got this. And if all else fails, I think about how much I hate quitting. That usually gets me moving again.
Ain't no one-size-fits-all answer here. For me, 25-30 miles a week did the trick.
I'm a 7-8 hour sleeper, but I'm not gonna lie, it's not always easy. I've got a job, a life, and a training schedule to juggle. That being said, I do notice a difference on hard training days when I get a full night's rest. It's not just about the hours, it's about consistency. If you can make sleep a priority, you'll feel the difference.
Finally someone who gets it. No knee-jerk reactions, no drama. Just a calm, rational approach to sports funding. Refreshing to see.
Yeah, and don't forget to actually train hard too. Persistence only takes you so far, gotta put in the work.
Lol, ain't that the truth. Most of us already know we're not good enough, no need for exercises to tell us that.
Solo is where it's at, bro. I mean, unless you're into babysitting newbies who can't even pace themselves. I'd rather push myself to the limit than wait for someone to catch their breath. Train with people who can keep up, or train alone. That's my motto.
Dude, altitude training is legit. Yeah, you'll feel like trash for a few days, but it's worth it. I did it in Utah last year and shaved 5 minutes off my half marathon time. Don't expect miracles, but it's a solid way to boost performance. Just don't forget to hydrate and take it easy the first few days.
Yeah, it's a bunch of hipster nonsense. If you wanna get injured, be my guest and ditch the shoes.
Yeah no kidding, what a choke