Training Essentials for Ultrarunning
The physiological benefits aside, the long run will give you confidence that you can handle what is to come.
Koerner Hal • Hal Koerner's Field Guide to Ultrarunning: Training for an Ultramarathon, from 50K to 100 Miles and Beyond
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Connect to your why.
We are much more willing to tolerate discomfort when we know that doing so is tied to a meaningful purpose or long-term goal. As you warm up, bring to mind the big goal you are currently working on (maybe that sub-4 marathon) and why that goal is meaningful to you. Be specific. Doing this as you ease into the run will set the st
runnersworld.com • 4 Expert-Backed Ways to Build Mental Toughness
One of the major downfalls of existing marathon training plans is that they lack balance. There tends to be a standard emphasis on the long run, with the rest of the days of the week spent recovering from that one workout.
Luke Humphrey • Hansons Marathon Method: A Renegade Path to Your Fastest Marathon
Logistically, long runs present a few key challenges, with fueling being the main one.