High mileage runner here too. I've found that incorporating strength training exercises targeting my core and glutes has helped reduce my injury risk. Also, I make sure to prioritize rest days and not push myself too hard. It's better to take an extra day off than to risk getting sidelined for weeks. Don't forget to listen to your body!
Moderate start makes sense, don't want to blow up early. I do something similar, but with a slight pick-up in the last 5K to finish strong.
Who loses a wedding ring in a river? Nice story, but come on, dude. You're an Olympic champ, not a tourist.
Exactly, it's just a buzzword. If you're not putting in the miles, no amount of 'indfulness' will get you to your goal.
Easy for you to say, but it's hard to focus on your own pace when you're stuck behind a conga line of walkers.
IT band issues are the worst, glad it's working
Breathable gear and tree cover, got it. Still not convinced it's refreshing though.
Yeah, it's definitely not just you. I've had issues with my GPS watch too. Calibration helps, but it's still not 100% accurate. And yeah, tree cover and tall buildings can mess with the signal. But let's be real, it's not like we're trying to win the Olympics here. It's just a rough guide. Don't stress too much about it.
GPS is fine, but saying maps are for tourists is a bit much. I've had my fair share of GPS fails in the woods. A map and a bit of common sense can go a long way.
Honestly, I just try to forget about it and move on. Dwelling on a bad race just makes you more miserable. Focus on the next one and what you can improve. And yeah, sometimes it's just a bad day, it happens.