This weekend is the Endless Summer Annapolis 6 Hour run - this will be my first timed event, although I have run for 6 hours and more in some races and even on some long training runs - this race will be a different test of mental endurance as well as physical. There is something very zen like in the simplicity of covering the same ground over and over again in a circular manner. The mind becomes either our best alley or worst enemy and sometimes both in the same race. I know on some of my long runs where I have covered a 2.4 mile stretch around a lake 10+ times takes a certain commitment that's not (as) needed for a long trail run with it's changing scenery and beauty. Of course there are certain advantages - a stable location for aid, rest and bathroom brakes. You certainly don't find many restrooms on the trail (although it can be said they may not be needed - I still appreciate them though) So I'm very excitied - I think my GS (kettlebell sport) training will play a hand in my racing. Nothing builds mental strength like this sport. It's worth a search on YouTube to view it although it is not the most exciting sport to watch (I enjoy it though) It's a grueling sport and has paid hugh dividends in my running. Training along the lines of GS is on hold a bit right now as I do some speed work and increase my milage in preperation for a busy summer (and fall) of racing. It's never far from my thoughts though and it will always be a staple in my training in some form or another. Soon I will post a video and explain what direction my training has taken. So Stay tuned and thanks for reading!
Eric
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