W8/D6- Hilly Long Run OR Race Course Assimilation

While we still have solid effort, we are taking duration down of long run down today because we are in Week 8. The Workout: Today you will choose a hilly route for your long run OR, you will choose a route that closely assimilates a section of your race course. Whatever you choose, keep the purpose of this run in mind: Time on feet+ Practicing Nutrition+ Maintaining a Steady 5/6 out of 10 effort. Before you leave: Jot down a few notes about how you feel; the weather; and what you ate before the run. Also note, ANY new things you will be trying today including food, a new route, running with new ppl; or new shoes. Beginner: 2:00-2:10 hours. Remember this is time on feet, moving forward as best you can. Eat strong and if needed power hike. As you move, allow yourself to imagine race day. Think of standing at the Start line; imagine coming into an aid station; imagine yourself at mile 28 those final miles...envision the Finish line. Keep your thoughts positive no matter what you're feeling; train your brain to stay positive and CONGRATULATE yourself for showing up to train today. Intermediate- 2:20 hours. Read the description for Beginner and keep a strong mind today. Advanced-2:30-2:45 hours. Read the Beginner description and keep a strong mind today. Discipline yourself to stay steady and do your best to run the uphills; power hiking is totally fine, but practice different climbing strategies.