You're gonna crush it Paul! I had a similar "I believe" workout moment earlier this week during a track workout. It's been so hot the last few months and I've been running pretty slow as a result, which hasn't been a great confidence booster, even though I know in my brain that hot workouts pay dividends once it cools. Well a cold front finally hit Austin this week and I had my best workout in months. Three sets of 8 400s at 10k pace, with 100m float in between, continuous. Feeling much better about my fitness now and my ability to hit my goals this racing season.
This is a great read. Since I started subscribing, I think what makes this such a great newsletter is that some stuff speaks to me and some stuff doesn't. I swear that's a compliment! We're all unique in our approach to running (or whatever activity) so it almost shouldn't all appeal to me or all not appeal to me.
Side note, I went for a run this morning here in DC and it was in the mid-50s. I forgot how much more enjoyable it is running when there isn't stifling humidity. Doesn't feel like I'm running into a wall.
We all have so much love for what you’re doing and for you! You’ll have an amazing race. Stay positive, stay the course and remember that we’re all behind you. Go out and crush this! We’re all so proud of you!!
Hell yea! My two 50 milers were only 3,000 and 5,000 ft of elevation, and I'm in my late twenties. So I'm in awe of your training and focus on crushing this next milestone.
In my first race, I ran alongside someone who had weighed over 300 lbs the year before, and was now training for a 100-miler. I discovered an odd burst of energy with a mile left to go and sprinted to the finish line. Then I just sat on a park bench and admired my mud covered, twitching legs.
You're in for an awesome experience, regardless of which way the pain meter goes. Wishing you the best and as always thanks for bringing us along on the training journey!
Just catching up on some posts (I fell behind, but decided to that the story of the Ultra as one continuous entry), but I like how this one ended: "Finish and Find Out." That is a good phrase to keep in mind for racing, running, anything really.
You're gonna crush it Paul! I had a similar "I believe" workout moment earlier this week during a track workout. It's been so hot the last few months and I've been running pretty slow as a result, which hasn't been a great confidence booster, even though I know in my brain that hot workouts pay dividends once it cools. Well a cold front finally hit Austin this week and I had my best workout in months. Three sets of 8 400s at 10k pace, with 100m float in between, continuous. Feeling much better about my fitness now and my ability to hit my goals this racing season.
This is a great read. Since I started subscribing, I think what makes this such a great newsletter is that some stuff speaks to me and some stuff doesn't. I swear that's a compliment! We're all unique in our approach to running (or whatever activity) so it almost shouldn't all appeal to me or all not appeal to me.
Side note, I went for a run this morning here in DC and it was in the mid-50s. I forgot how much more enjoyable it is running when there isn't stifling humidity. Doesn't feel like I'm running into a wall.
Sending positive vibes!
We all have so much love for what you’re doing and for you! You’ll have an amazing race. Stay positive, stay the course and remember that we’re all behind you. Go out and crush this! We’re all so proud of you!!
Go get 'em, Paul! Good luck!
Following your training plan and mindset over the last year has been a cool window into how someone else trains.
Good luck on Sunday, it will be a unique life experience regardless!
Flan this is so good and honest. One of your best posts yet. Go get it on Sunday.
Hell yea! My two 50 milers were only 3,000 and 5,000 ft of elevation, and I'm in my late twenties. So I'm in awe of your training and focus on crushing this next milestone.
In my first race, I ran alongside someone who had weighed over 300 lbs the year before, and was now training for a 100-miler. I discovered an odd burst of energy with a mile left to go and sprinted to the finish line. Then I just sat on a park bench and admired my mud covered, twitching legs.
You're in for an awesome experience, regardless of which way the pain meter goes. Wishing you the best and as always thanks for bringing us along on the training journey!
Just catching up on some posts (I fell behind, but decided to that the story of the Ultra as one continuous entry), but I like how this one ended: "Finish and Find Out." That is a good phrase to keep in mind for racing, running, anything really.
Good luck today, Paul!