Training for a 53k

What have I done to train for my upcoming 53k race? -I ran 70-80km a week. -I did a 34.5km trail race with quite a bit of elevation gain recently. -I tapered. -I will carb load today. There are ample Bosnian bakeries around to accomplish this. That’s about it. I am relying on years and

Weekly Running Log Rundown

Sunday: Starting to taper for the marathon coming up. Nice to take it easy. Monday: Rest day and road trip day. Tuesday: Shorter runs this week for the race Saturday, but I managed to get some hill work in and see some beautiful countryside while we stay with the in-laws. Wednesday: A slow run through

Taper Tantrum

Let the great taper tantrum begin.     Running is how I survive all the hard stuff in my life. It is where I find balance, peace, and freedom. It is my time. When I have to start tapering I feel it go against everything in my being. However, tapering has been proven to improve