Thanks Mark. I’ve had them since June but not had a chance to use them. I have a habit of ‘saving things for best’ 😁 I’ve still got life in my 4 year old Nike tempos so decided to do my other parkruns in those. Once they are retired, the Adidas will become my new racer (plus I have my 3 year old vaporflys) I’m still on a mission to get my money out of every pair before I get rid of any 😂 Anyway, yeah, I really like them. They’re obviously are a good fast trainer… hope you like them too!
Well done on all your hard work for the 100 miler Rachel. Interestingly, I also upped my volume in the later half of this year and minimised speed work for a 50 mile ultra. Like you, in this video, I found that once my body got used to the extra volume, I was more or less as quick as normal at parkrun.
I always read that it’s the aerobic engine that gives us the biggest benefits. Adding speed is the icing on the top. I guess doing the long slow miles has a big impact on keeping that speed almost in top form, just probably not enough to see an improvement. It was a positive result though. I do struggle with speed so not dropping any time means I’ve got the best of both worlds at the moment. Have you run your 50 or still training?
Thanks Mack 😁 I need to make sure I’m not following in your Worcester Woods parkrun plan and ‘not start off too fast’ 😂… it could have dire consequences 😬
Thanks Jess. I’m really pleased with the training block I’ve had. Only thing I’m missing was probably a bit more walking would have been good. Hope you’re recovering well. Looks like you had a great race with Harriet 😁
Aye some long hikes seems like a logical addition to ultra training when you're getting into the really long stuff. Recovery seems good so far! Went for a tiny test jog this morning and nothing seems out of place.
Except your ultra shuffle is my speedwork day 😂 If I could ditch 2 things from my training, it would be strength training and speed work. Not my favourites but essential to stay strong.
Best of luck Rach, you've done the hard work so now go and enjoy the race. I'll see if I can get you on the tracker at the weekend.
We have the same shoes 😁👍 It's good to see that the ultra training hasn't slowed you down. All the best for race day 👊🏃♀️
Thanks Mark. I’ve had them since June but not had a chance to use them. I have a habit of ‘saving things for best’ 😁 I’ve still got life in my 4 year old Nike tempos so decided to do my other parkruns in those. Once they are retired, the Adidas will become my new racer (plus I have my 3 year old vaporflys) I’m still on a mission to get my money out of every pair before I get rid of any 😂 Anyway, yeah, I really like them. They’re obviously are a good fast trainer… hope you like them too!
Well done on all your hard work for the 100 miler Rachel. Interestingly, I also upped my volume in the later half of this year and minimised speed work for a 50 mile ultra. Like you, in this video, I found that once my body got used to the extra volume, I was more or less as quick as normal at parkrun.
I always read that it’s the aerobic engine that gives us the biggest benefits. Adding speed is the icing on the top. I guess doing the long slow miles has a big impact on keeping that speed almost in top form, just probably not enough to see an improvement. It was a positive result though. I do struggle with speed so not dropping any time means I’ve got the best of both worlds at the moment. Have you run your 50 or still training?
All the very best!! I’ll be following along 👍👍
Thanks Conrad. I’m keeping a look out for the tracker link and will get it shared as soon as I find it 😁
Love a short hard effort during taper, and parkrun is ideal! Best of luck this weekend! You can do it!
Thanks Marcus. It was good to get one last effort in. Might be a while before I’m fully recovered to be able to ‘race’ a parkrun again 😁
Good luck at the weekend Rachel. I love a bit of dot watching so will definitely be following on the tracker.
Thanks Paul. We have a zoom briefing tonight so will look to see if I can find out where I can get the tracker link from. How’s your running going?
Will be tracking you on the day and sending good vibes. It’s sure to be epic!
Thanks Mack 😁 I need to make sure I’m not following in your Worcester Woods parkrun plan and ‘not start off too fast’ 😂… it could have dire consequences 😬
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Some top end speed there 🙌 all the best of luck in the ultra ☺️☺️
Thanks both. It’s not often I see a number on my watch starting a sub 6:30 😁 I doubt I’ll see that for at least another month either 😂
Well done & good luck for the 109 miler! 👍
Thanks 😁 I’m (almost) ready to go 🏃🏼♀️
Best of luck for the weekend!
Thanks Nick 🙏
Good luck Rachel.
Thank you 🙏
Sounds like the training has been excellent if you've effectively not lost speed! Looking forward to seeing how the 100 miler goes!
Thanks Jess. I’m really pleased with the training block I’ve had. Only thing I’m missing was probably a bit more walking would have been good. Hope you’re recovering well. Looks like you had a great race with Harriet 😁
Aye some long hikes seems like a logical addition to ultra training when you're getting into the really long stuff.
Recovery seems good so far! Went for a tiny test jog this morning and nothing seems out of place.
Speed training sucks 🤣 it's all about long slow ultra shuffling....my favourite kind of running. 😊👍
Except your ultra shuffle is my speedwork day 😂 If I could ditch 2 things from my training, it would be strength training and speed work. Not my favourites but essential to stay strong.