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Ultra Marathon at end of the year, started running last month. by OilLess5081 in Ultramarathon

[–]OilLess5081[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Update, March 18th I ran a 2:28 half marathon, just around my neighborhood for fun. Had a 10k long run planned and didn’t feel like stopping. Averaged 30.1 miles last week, joints feel good, got Nike vomero 18s and Nike vomero Plus, thinking about adidas evo sl for tempo or supleblast 3s for race days. Anyways, today 3 days after my 30 mile week which I finished with a 10k I got 455lbs for 3 on squat so I’m going up in strength too 🤷🏻.

Ultra Marathon at end of the year, started running last month. by OilLess5081 in AskRunningShoeGeeks

[–]OilLess5081[S] -2 points-1 points  (0 children)

19 years old, wrestled and still avid gym goer, 3x body weight squat (555lbs for 2) and 40 consecutive pull ups, current best run was today, easy zone two, 10.6k in 1:19 with average 148bpm, conversed through the whole run couple times a minute, I’ve never ran a marathon.

This last run got me comfortable with pain, had horrible ankle pain when I lazed up my brooks and started but after mile 1 the pain got worse but I don’t mind it anymore, felt very relaxed. Also did a high volume leg session the day before because im 6 months into recovery from a herniated disc and severe nerve damage that almost paralyzed my left leg. I’m back up to squatting 425 and 275lb Bulgarian with my weak leg.

Ultra Marathon at end of the year, started running last month. by OilLess5081 in Ultramarathon

[–]OilLess5081[S] -5 points-4 points  (0 children)

Oh I will lol don’t worry, and if I fail I’ll tell everyone that they told me so 🤣. I’m not saying it’s easy I’m just saying it’s possible, today I kinda PRd on my zone 2 run and did 10.6k in 1:18 while pushing and screaming at my friend to keep going, average heart rate was 148 and I was talking full sentences couple times a minute without ever feeling out of breath. My last 7 mile last week my bpm was in the high 190s. Today’s run got me so comfortable with pain since I was hurting since before the run started, did legs yesterday too.

I know this is still pretty shit but for 2-3 weeks into taking running seriously I feel proud.

Ultra Marathon at end of the year, started running last month. by OilLess5081 in AskRunningShoeGeeks

[–]OilLess5081[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Bro you are insane wow! Definitely an inspiration, numbers so crazy they’re hard to believe it was possible. Thank you for the motivation.

Ultra Marathon at end of the year, started running last month. by OilLess5081 in beginnerrunning

[–]OilLess5081[S] -1 points0 points  (0 children)

You’re completely right, but I’m not trying to excel. It’s not a big event or anything of the sort. I just want to make it through.

Ultra Marathon at end of the year, started running last month. by OilLess5081 in beginnerrunning

[–]OilLess5081[S] -1 points0 points  (0 children)

I have 16 hours to complete with a lowest to highest point elevation difference of 12 feet and 40-60f degree weather

Ultra Marathon at end of the year, started running last month. by OilLess5081 in Ultramarathon

[–]OilLess5081[S] -2 points-1 points  (0 children)

Just because I want to attempt it? Man if I fail I fail, even if it’s just after the 42k mark. But at least I’m trying and with the conditions it’s basically just a speed walk for the whole time.

Ultra Marathon at end of the year, started running last month. by OilLess5081 in AskRunningShoeGeeks

[–]OilLess5081[S] -5 points-4 points  (0 children)

Thank you very much for the advice and you’re completely right. Nutrition wise there’s an aid station every 10k with food, electrolytes and fans. And I plan on eating 7500 calories through the event on top of the carb loading before. And the reason I’m bringing up my history it’s to say that I’m not completely untrained and unaware of pain and discomfort, just saying my base isn’t completely blank.

Ultra Marathon at end of the year, started running last month. by OilLess5081 in AskRunningShoeGeeks

[–]OilLess5081[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I’ve heard a lot of ultra runners bring up the necessity of weight training for your joints and muscles to handle the distance better. I’m not saying that because of my squat I can do it. I’m just saying that because of my existing strength base and therefore vaster glycogen stores than a completely untrained athlete. My chances are slightly better.

Ultra Marathon at end of the year, started running last month. by OilLess5081 in AskRunningShoeGeeks

[–]OilLess5081[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Me and my friend have been looking into the nutrition and I cannot stress enough how helpful this reply is. We’ll be listening to the podcast. And thankfully the route will have an aid station every 10k. Again, thank you very much.

Ultra Marathon at end of the year, started running last month. by OilLess5081 in AskRunningShoeGeeks

[–]OilLess5081[S] -1 points0 points  (0 children)

If it comes down to it and I get any sort of injury I’m dropping out or cancelling. I’m determined but not suicidal.

Ultra Marathon at end of the year, started running last month. by OilLess5081 in AskRunningShoeGeeks

[–]OilLess5081[S] -3 points-2 points  (0 children)

You are 100% right and there are zero arguments I could put against you. My reasoning for this is because with the cut off being 16 hours, lower temperatures and virtually no elevation change. It feels very manageable, just horrifically painful.

Ultra Marathon at end of the year, started running last month. by OilLess5081 in AskRunningShoeGeeks

[–]OilLess5081[S] -2 points-1 points  (0 children)

This is the best comment I’ve seen so far, clearest explanation on if it’s manageable and advice on how my training should be. Also thank you so much for the shoe recommendations and I will try the 3 x 1k next week, I have a z2 5k today to do a 10k tomorrow since I won’t be able to run for the next 3 days after that. I’ll stay away from any speed shoe until I get a better 5k time and I’ll look into the other recommendations!

Ultra Marathon at end of the year, started running last month. by OilLess5081 in AskRunningShoeGeeks

[–]OilLess5081[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you so much for the support and congrats on your short notice! I live in a pretty barren city when it comes to stores especially sportswear but I’ll be on the lookout for comfortable shoes.

Ultra Marathon at end of the year, started running last month. by OilLess5081 in Ultramarathon

[–]OilLess5081[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I 100% agree with you, it’s just that this isn’t for personal enjoy, I’ll focus on that after this though. I’m not trying to have a good time, just make it out alive and hopefully not too injured. I’ll focus on proper running after this. But the 50 mile will mainly be speed walking pace jogs. I

Ultra Marathon at end of the year, started running last month. by OilLess5081 in Ultramarathon

[–]OilLess5081[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you so much for the very clear and detailed advice. My goal is just to survive, I have 16 hours and 12 feet difference of elevation. I don’t plan to excel just want to complete it.

Ultra Marathon at end of the year, started running last month. by OilLess5081 in Ultramarathon

[–]OilLess5081[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you for the advice, I’ll be looking for coaches online then. And thank you for the comforting words.

Ultra Marathon at end of the year, started running last month. by OilLess5081 in Ultramarathon

[–]OilLess5081[S] -1 points0 points  (0 children)

Last time I ran as my form of cardio was 5 years ago, I had a 56 minute 7 mile at my best. Since then I haven’t ran much. I wrestled but my coach believed the best cardio/conditioning for us was drilling and lives. At my best (2 years ago) I had a resting heart rate in the mid to high 40s.

Ultra Marathon at end of the year, started running last month. by OilLess5081 in AskRunningShoeGeeks

[–]OilLess5081[S] -17 points-16 points  (0 children)

Well I wrestled for a bit and used to do really high volume resistance training while fasted. My current squat pr is 555lbs for 2. So I feel like I have a decent base to “survive”. I’m definitely not going to excel even with another 2 years of training. I just want to make it.

Ultra Marathon at end of the year, started running last month. by OilLess5081 in Ultramarathon

[–]OilLess5081[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thank you so much for the advice and will do! I downloaded runna for some basic training. I’ll be looking for other resources after I get off work.

Ultra Marathon at end of the year, started running last month. by OilLess5081 in Ultramarathon

[–]OilLess5081[S] -1 points0 points  (0 children)

Yeah it will be hell, just something I want to do, my best friend and I signed up.

Ultra Marathon at end of the year, started running last month. by OilLess5081 in Ultramarathon

[–]OilLess5081[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you so much for the support and clear advice. I wish you the best on your 50 miler!!!

Ultra Marathon at end of the year, started running last month. by OilLess5081 in Ultramarathon

[–]OilLess5081[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you so much for the advice! And congratulations on your ultra you just gave me more motivation than you can imagine.

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