12hr race Tips/Advice?
taeliesyn
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I've been silly/stupid and ended up with an entry into the 3/6/12/24hr WA(Aus) Track ultra this weekend, I'm in the 12hr category.
It's being run on an athletics track, with direction changes every 3 hours. I'll be able to set a table and stuff up on the outside of the track to be my aid station.
I've never done anything like this, and will be doing it semi solo, as in I know there will be people that will help out, but no dedicated crew as such.
As this is a massive jump for me, I'm aiming to run 50k and then re-*kitten*. My main concern is not breaking down, during or more importantly after the race.
Race starts at 11am, and that means I will potentially be running through to 11pm. I'm not phased about trying to run for the whole 12 hrs this time round.
So hit me with your best advice, tips and strategies for these sorts of races.
It's being run on an athletics track, with direction changes every 3 hours. I'll be able to set a table and stuff up on the outside of the track to be my aid station.
I've never done anything like this, and will be doing it semi solo, as in I know there will be people that will help out, but no dedicated crew as such.
As this is a massive jump for me, I'm aiming to run 50k and then re-*kitten*. My main concern is not breaking down, during or more importantly after the race.
Race starts at 11am, and that means I will potentially be running through to 11pm. I'm not phased about trying to run for the whole 12 hrs this time round.
So hit me with your best advice, tips and strategies for these sorts of races.
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I've never done these loop style races. I'm sure the mental aspect is more torturous than the trail races I'm used to. As far as logistics my suggestion to you is to pack all your favorite snacks and eat 100-150 calories every 30 min or so . Keep up with the hydration, eat salty foods, and have electrolyte tablets on hand just in case you cramp. Start slow, take walk breaks. If you do sit and rest, try not to rest for too long. Try to find someone who's running your pace and chat with, it'll take your mind off the pain and make the time more enjoyable. Especially in the later miles. Have fun. Embrace the pain
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I find the mental component to be the biggest part of doing a timed event. I've not done one on a track though. A one mile loop was the shortest course I've been on which happened to be a 24hr event. I had a blast actually. A few things I would have done differently - start slower than I think I need to and be a lot more disciplined about aid station stops. No one needs to stop at an aid station every mile. On a track the temptation I would think would be even worse.0
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