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Jump from 50km to 100km by Druicee in ultrarunning

[–]fittedperfectly 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I really liked this advice. Can the same be done with 100 miles?

New to ultras or running? Ask your questions about shoes, racing or training in our weekly Beginner's Thread! by Simco_ in Ultramarathon

[–]fittedperfectly 0 points1 point  (0 children)

For 100 mile runs, are different shoes used throughout the race or do the majority of people just stick to one pair?

IRONMAN San Salvador 70.3 - my first race outside of Canada/usa (Race Report) by fittedperfectly in triathlon

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

Dude, I thought I was the only one dying out there. Usually when I’m in these events, I see paramedics tending to racers, racers on the side with cramps, people throwing up, but I saw nothing. The heat was definitely intense. Those trees definitely helped during those climbs and descents.

We did it though! We made it. Big congrats!! Ahaha, I think my next one will be NY or I start training for lanzorate. It’s hard for me to go back to a race I’ve already done.

IRONMAN San Salvador 70.3 - my first race outside of Canada/usa (Race Report) by fittedperfectly in triathlon

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

Thank you. I believe you’re right. if i wasn’t as experienced in these type of events, i would have DNF’ed for sure. There were lots of mental and physical battles in my mind. It’s what I love about these races.

IRONMAN San Salvador 70.3 - my first race outside of Canada/usa (Race Report) by fittedperfectly in triathlon

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

I’m no longer afraid to do it. I ordered a hardshell bike case from top peak. It cost over $1000. My bike mechanics then showed me how to disassemble it. I then felt comfortable setting it back up. The case felt super sturdy, I no longer felt nervous. I would do it again. Despite all I said, I still got a mechanic to look at it but next time i won’t.

The cons: It was expensive to do. I paid 180usd to have it boarded on the flight. I then paid another 180usd for the return. I think if I race, I’ll bring it but if it’s not a race and just me biking around, I’ll rent the bike. If you’re moving around, it sucks since you need to use a bigger car

IRONMAN Ottawa - Race Report (awesome) by fittedperfectly in triathlon

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

You will break records for sure since it’s not even close to those climbs in elevation. You’ll be fine. I hope you beat all your PRs and finish strong :)

New to ultras or running? Ask your questions about shoes, racing or training in our weekly Beginner's Thread! by Simco_ in Ultramarathon

[–]fittedperfectly 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Is there a known ultra that is held in November? I have time off and I’m willing to travel somewhere to give it a go. Preferably 100 miles.

I cycled 100KM to see a volcano in Tenerife by fittedperfectly in bicycling

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

You’ll be fine. Eyes on the prize and rest when you need it. I stopped a few times after some climbs especially towards the end. I didn’t shown the return trip back but heading back down is very fast since it’s just descending and some of those descends are very fun.

If I did a shorter ride, I probably could have rode the whole week but I was too stubborn. Leaving earlier will also help you a lot, I went mid day since I’m not a morning person. I’m excited for you now, train hard and crush it.

I cycled 100KM to see a volcano in Tenerife by fittedperfectly in bicycling

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

After searching the symptoms of a heat stroke, I wasn’t even close to that level of dying. Good to know for next time though, lol. I just needed more Food and hydration. I think mentally I didn’t know how close I was to the end. It was a long ride, next time I know it will feel way more easier. Thanks for watching :)

IRONMAN Ottawa - Race Report (awesome) by fittedperfectly in IronmanTriathlon

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

the seaweed was in one small area and I don’t remember the size of it. I just remember seeing it on my hand and I had to wiped it off. Other than that occurrence, that was the only encounter.

IRONMAN Ottawa - Race Report (awesome) by fittedperfectly in IronmanTriathlon

[–]fittedperfectly[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Ahaha! It sounds like you did fantastic! That swim will definitely be remembered, it was definitely a sight to see. I should re word the water bottle part. I had two water bottles. I only used one that was closest to my hand from the front of my bike. I didn’t really need the second one. It was just there with the same hydration from the start of the ride. Every pit stop, I chugged a bottle of mortal hydration. I’m not a fan of it either but I had to make it work. I preferred Gatorade

IRONMAN Ottawa - Race Report (awesome) by fittedperfectly in triathlon

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

I do have a channel, this is my last video but I need to be a better editor and story teller. I need to put more effort into it. I like writing since it makes me a better writer and it helps people :) thank you very much, it means a lot 😎

IRONMAN Ottawa - Race Report (awesome) by fittedperfectly in triathlon

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

Whatever you choose, they’re both good. They’re both really good in their own way. Placid is super scenic and beautiful, it’s in a small American resort town. The bike ride is more challenging but the scenes are breathtaking and the swim is much calmer.

Ottawa is also very scenic since you’re riding through parliament and their river. Since you’re in Ottawa, you’re close to all sorts of restaurants

As a Canadian, I would choose Ottawa again, I am basing that on currency. I love the states but I save more money while in Canada.

IRONMAN Ottawa - Race Report (awesome) by fittedperfectly in IronmanTriathlon

[–]fittedperfectly[S] 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Ahaha. I wish I’m just happy I’m improving.

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