Preach! Form and training are way more important than fancy tech. I've seen people shell out big bucks for shoes and still run like they're trying to escape a bear. Priorities, people!
I'm old school, I stick to water and a pinch of salt. Don't need all the fancy stuff. I've learned to listen to my body and drink when I feel like I need it. If I'm running in the heat, I'll take in more fluids. Simple, but it's worked for me for years.
Pacing during speed workouts is all about feel for me. I've tried using a watch, but it's too distracting. I focus on my breathing and how my body feels. If I'm doing intervals, I'll start with a conservative pace and gradually increase the intensity as I get warmed up. Hill repeats are a different story - it's all about explosive power, so I just go all out.
Yeah, 50K is a good intro. Less pressure, still gets you used to being on your feet for hours. Plus, it's a good test to see if you even like ultrarunning before committing to a full 50M. I did the same, started with a 50K and worked my way up.
Yeah, 'Unbreakable' is a good one. But if I'm being honest, 'Spirit of the Marathon' is the one that gets me going. It's not as flashy as some of the others, but there's something about the everyday runners' stories that resonates with me. Plus, it's just so relatable. Give it a shot.
Consistency and patience are definitely key. I've also found that incorporating hill sprints and longer tempo runs into my training has helped improve my VO2 max. It's not about doing crazy intense workouts every day, but about finding a balance that works for you and sticking to it. Oh, and don't forget to recover properly - that's just as important as the training itself.
Another one bites the dust. 10 years might seem like a lot, but it's about time we started taking doping seriously. Still, it's hard to celebrate when you think about all the clean athletes who got robbed of their rightful places on the podium.
Finding trails can be a pain, but I've had luck using local park websites or trail running groups on social media to find routes. Also, don't be afraid to explore and get a little lost - it's all part of the XC experience. As for modifying training, I focus on hill repeats and strength work to build up my legs. You can't replicate the intensity of XC running on a treadmill or road, so get out there and get dirty!
Ain't that the truth. I'm 12 weeks in and I'm already dreaming of my post-race nap. Fitting in speed workouts on a lunch break is a real challenge. I've found that it helps to break them down into shorter intervals and focus on quality over quantity. Good luck, and don't forget to fuel up!
Yeah, it's all about experimentation. I've settled on Clif Shot Bloks, they're easy to digest and don't make me feel like crap. Also, don't eat too much, you don't need that much fuel anyway.
Drama at the track! Good on Mills for standing up for himself. Can't let the French get away with everything. Now let's see if he can back it up with a good performance.
Who cares about high jump? I mean, congrats to Nicola and all, but can we talk about something that actually matters... like our 5K PRs?
Hard work and dedication are great, but McLaughlin-Levrone's got some crazy talent too.
I offset by not owning a car and not eating meat, next?
Kinda fast, bro, is still pretty fast, bro.