Longer isn’t always better
“Real runners go long.” “Longer is more challenging.” “Longer is the only challenge.”
For better or worse, these are statements that are not hard to find within the running community, especially on social media.
…Racing
Your watch lies (sort of)
Modern watches are amazing devices, measuring distance more accurately all the time, not to mention all the other amazing things they measure with ever increasing accuracy.
However, if you’ve ever relied on your watch on race day, you know it lies. Why and what should we do about it?
…Racing is always hard
Have you ever had such good training that you expected your race to be easier than usual?
How did that turn out for you?
…Do you have a backup?
As I’m sure you’re aware, this past weekend the Twin Cities Marathon was cancelled at the last minute. Even if it hadn’t been cancelled, if someone was targeting a fast time it would have been a very tough day. Start time temperatures were pretty high and the afternoon high reached 92°.
What should you do if a race you’re planning to run turns into something like this? Well, it depends on your goals.
…Tough weather? Adjust
Are you planning some summer racing? I know I am. I also have some challenging goals to chase down.
Unfortunately, there’s a high chance that I might have to adjust my goals due to the reality of summer in Wisconsin. However, if that’s the case, I will make those adjustments and continue on.
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