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Need a big, giant avalanche of motivation? Set a BIG goal, pay the entry fee and think about it as you fall asleep each night and wake up each morning. That is where my head lives now. And the race is still ten months away. It will take all ten to get ready.
A year ago I was fresh out of the hospital after a nasty infection in my foot. I had to start over as a runner and endurance athlete.
Now I am obsessed with the biggest challenge of my life. Leadville. I can't wait.
The Leadville Trail 100 Mile Run is legendary. One hundred miles of Rocky Mountain terrain in and around Leadville, Colorado. The race starts near 9,000 feet and crosses 12,600 foot Hope Pass... twice. The coveted silver belt buckle is earned by breaking 25 hours. Race cut-off is 30 hours.
I have not had this type of "big goal" since training for my last marathon PR, Boston and Ironman. I love the way a big goal is always on your mind, just below the surface. It is the focus of every workout.
How will I get ready?
- Lots of advice from my ultra-marathon friends and mentors who are always willing to share advice, tips and warnings.
- I plan to attend a 3 day training camp in June to run the toughest parts of the trail. I need to see and feel the course so I am better prepared on race day.
- Amazing support from my training partners.
- Lots and lots of miles.
Goals will get you far. I can feel your anxiety. A week after I sighed up for my first 100 mile race and my face was destroyed in a car accident. A liquid diet sucked, but gave me even more drive. Best of luck I look forward to reading about your journey. http://brandonmulnix.com/
ReplyDeleteI had no idea! awesome. my coach, Tim, is a good resource- check out his podcasts at enduranceplanet.com under "ask the ultrarunner." you might find some helpful stuff.
ReplyDeleteI will be there with you, it will be my first time as well! . . . It is very true, signing up for a race of that caliber is very motivating. Now, it didn't get me outside today in Denver, but I am going to do two sessions indoors at least.
ReplyDeleteAnother thing that really helps is to publicly announce it like you just did. It makes it harder to back out and you have followers / supports to be there for you. I made a website to document my adventure to Leadville - http://www.SKArunner.com/ *I am a high school computer graphics teacher and made it with my class. They ask me daily what I ran that week and if I can really run 100 miles.
So, thank you to all my friends who have already volunteered/committed to help out.
We are running Leadville Trail 100!!!
Okay, pal! There is a lot to happen between now and launch time...but barring any work conflicts, my intention is to be camped out in some forlorn dark corner of Colorado whenever I'm most needed for...what-EVER!
ReplyDeleteDo they have belt buckles for CREWING? No? Alright...I'm still there.
Hi good day,
ReplyDeleteGreat site about running. I also love running.
I was wondering if you could please add me to your blog roll?
My blog is: http://runningcebumarathon.blogspot.com
Hope to hear from you soon. Thank you
Roy