Description

In this episode, Justin shares his experience running the Bandera 100k race. He discusses his training leading up to the race, including his high volume, low intensity approach. Justin also talks about the travel from Alaska to Texas and the packet pickup experience. On race day, he faces unexpected foot pain but pushes through with the support of his crew. Robbie joins him as a pacer for part of the race, and they navigate the technical and challenging course together. Despite facing difficulties, Justin and Robbie both finish the race and reflect on the importance of friendship and perseverance. In this conversation, Justin and Robbie discuss their experience at the Bandera 100K race. They talk about waiting at the finish line, walking alone on the trail, running in pain, training and nutrition, fueling with cluster dextrin, feeling full and hydrated, post-race recovery, reflecting on the race, dealing with foot pain, the challenging course, and the power of the mind.
 
Takeaways

• Training with a high volume, low intensity approach can be effective for race preparation.
• Mimicking race day conditions during training, such as running on a treadmill in a heated garage, can be beneficial.
• The support and camaraderie of friends during a race can make the experience more enjoyable.
• Adapting to unexpected challenges and adjusting goals during a race is important for success.
• Documenting the race experience through photos and videos can create lasting memories. The mind is a powerful tool and can help you push through pain and achieve incredible things.
• Proper training and nutrition, including the use of cluster dextrin, can help improve performance and prevent stomach issues during a race.
• Feeling full and hydrated during a race can be achieved with the right fueling strategy.
• Post-race recovery is important, and it's essential to listen to your body and give it the rest it needs.
• The Bandera 100k course is challenging, with rocky terrain and steep climbs.
• Having a strong mind and mental resilience is crucial in endurance sports.

Chapters
00:00Introduction and Training
04:11Race Day Preparation
15:46Race Day Experience
25:18Running with Friends
31:51Pacing and Challenges
37:00The Final Stretch
39:48Waiting at the Finish Line
40:41Walking Alone on the Trail
41:41Running in Pain
43:18Training and Nutrition
46:08Fueling with Cluster Dextrin
49:02Feeling Full and Hydrated
52:16Post-Race Recovery
54:59Reflecting on the Race
57:26Dealing with Foot Pain
58:46The Challenging Course
59:33The Power of the Mind