Conquering a 22-mile Long Run in Preparation for the LA Marathon

TLDRWent on a challenging 22-mile long run to prepare for the LA Marathon, simulating race day conditions with marathon pace miles and hills. Wore new gear including half tights and Nike Vaporfly 3s. Fueled with a light pre-run meal and electrolytes. Overall, a successful and pivotal training session.

Key insights

💪Successfully completed a 22-mile long run in preparation for the LA Marathon.

🎽Wore new gear, including half tights and Nike Vaporfly 3s, to optimize performance.

🥇Simulated race day conditions during the long run with marathon pace miles and hills.

🍽️Fueled with a light pre-run meal and hydrated with electrolytes throughout the run.

Completed the run successfully, demonstrating progress and readiness for the upcoming marathon.

Q&A

What gear did you wear during the long run?

I wore half tights and Nike Vaporfly 3s for optimal performance and comfort.

How did you simulate race day conditions?

I incorporated marathon pace miles and hills into the long run to simulate the terrain of the LA Marathon.

What did you fuel with before the run?

I had a light pre-run meal to provide necessary energy for the long run.

How did you stay hydrated during the run?

I carried electrolytes and made sure to hydrate regularly throughout the run.

What does this long run signify in your training?

This long run is a crucial milestone in my training, demonstrating progress and readiness for the upcoming marathon.

Timestamped Summary

21:18Started a 22-mile long run, simulating race day conditions with marathon pace miles and hills.

23:52Completed the challenging inclines, fueling with electrolytes and maintaining a strong pace.

23:59Reached mile 15 and felt confident in the progress towards the upcoming marathon.

24:07Reflecting on the success of the long run and the significance of this training session.