A solid week with 115k. Worked up the daily runs to 18k this week to give 72k during the week. Decided against a 50 long run and opted for just a 31k cruise on Saturday arvo which I did in 2:31, not fast but comfortable. Sunday was 7k in the morning and 5k in the evening all easy running, played cricket in the afternoon too.
I began the taper on Friday and It occured to me that the only way I can improve my performance on Sunday now is to rest up. Averaged 111.6k/week over the last 8 weeks, which includes a 69k week for the half, so I am confident in the training that I've done. I know I'm not in the best shape of my life but I'm happy with where I am at this stage of the year.
Looking at the forecast it's 41 for Sunday! I'm sure it will get cooler as the week progresses but regardless it WILL BE HOT so the race changes dramatically. The day is all about survival and hopefully pick it up when the breeze kicks in and the sun goes down. I think the IM Marathon last year will help me out as it was about 40 that day out on the course and I felt that I coped alright. The mantra for the day will be HYDRATE HYDRATE HYDRATE!!! Can't wait.
Nate
I am a 27yr old ultra runner from Rockingham WA, married to Kate and we have a son called Noah. I run because I have a passion for it and I find freedom in pushing the limits of my ability.
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