Tag: race preparation
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How Far Should Your Longest Training Run Be Before a 50K?
When preparing for a 50K, the most important question isn’t how long your single longest run is—it’s how effectively you manage your overall training load. Instead of feeling pressure to complete one massive “hero run,” long-term success comes from building durability, distributing mileage intelligently, and using well-timed training camps. Those factors matter far more than… READ MORE »
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At 50 and Flying: Nee’s Mozart Ultra Success Story
At 50, Sutinee Rasp (Nee) is proving that age is definitely no barrier! This post takes you behind the scenes of her journey to success in the 92 km Mozart Ultra trail race in Salzburg, Austria. Balancing full-time work with focused training, Nee followed a plan tailored to her fitness level, life situation, and recovery… READ MORE »
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Final Prep for the Mozart Ultra: 12-Hour Hill Repeat Competition
We strategically chose a brutal 12-hour hill repeat challenge as a final preparation and readiness test. Our goal was to validate the runner’s training and mimic the conditions of the Mozart Ultra, the target race. It worked! The training clearly paid off, providing the runner with a solid boost in confidence. READ MORE »
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Getting Mountain-Ready: Khao Chalak 3-Day Ultra Training Camp
Just back from an epic 3-day mountain ultra training camp at Khao Chalak, near Bangkok, Thailand. We worked hard, racking up mileage and crazy elevation gains to prep for the challenging Mozart Ultra in Salzburg, Austria. Check out our approach to training for races in the Alps. READ MORE »