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🏁 Race Predictions: What Happens When AI Ignores Your Long Runs

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Garmin Race Predictor vs Real Marathon Pace 📍 Introduction Garmin just told me I’m capable of a 3:41:03 marathon. I nearly dropped my Maurten in disbelief. Sure, I’ve been training hard, and yes, my fitness is improving. But if we’re going by real numbers, fatigue, fueling, and the facts, that prediction feels more like a […]

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Race Predictions, Training Insights
A comic-style illustration of a fit middle-aged male runner crossing a wooden bridge surrounded by greenery, wearing a blue tank top, black shorts, blue Altra Experience Flow shoes, and a blue-gray On cap, with a Garmin watch on his left wrist—depicting a strong stride on an early morning Zone 2 easy run.

Zone 2 Easy Run – August 5, 2025

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Build Phase 2 / Week 2 / Run 1 – My Road to TOWaterfront 42K 🏃‍♂️ Run Debrief Nothing fancy! My pre-run nibbles consisted of… nothing. Just a tablespoon of Brain Octane MCT oil, a few sips of Nuun, and 2 SaltStick Fastchew tabs. That was enough to kickstart me into a brisk but comfortable

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Build Phase, Daily Run Logs, Marathon Training, Running Journey, TCS Toronto Waterfront 42K, TOWaterfront42K
Comic-style illustration of two avatars of the same older male runner moving through a street scene at twilight, with a dramatic sky and a looming stop sign above. One runner is mid-stride in the foreground, while the other trails further back under city lights.

Weekly Recap – July 29 to August 3, 2025

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This week, I ran with purpose – and sometimes ran on fumes. Five runs, five lessons. From structured speedwork to Sunday’s reality-check long run, I felt every bit of the marathon build settling into my legs. But I also saw signs of progress in pacing, fueling, and focus. Let’s break it down. Workouts (Speed/Threshold/Tempo) Progression

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Weekly Recap
Comic-style illustration of a middle-aged Black male runner in sunglasses and a cap, running on a country road in warm weather. He’s wearing a tank top, shorts, Shokz Open Move headphones, and a Garmin watch, with light sweat and focused expression.

Long Run Breakdown – August 3, 2025

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Build Phase 2 / Week 1 / Run 5 – Road to TOWaterfront 42K I felt every single year of my 66 years. But I digress. Pre-run, T-minus 1hr 30min-ish, I ate 2 slices of white bread and 2 tablespoons of jam and sipped Nuun. I considered taking 2 tablespoons of Brain Octane MCT, but

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TCS Toronto Waterfront 42K, TOWaterfront42K
Comic-style illustration of a relaxed older male runner cruising on a rolling path in cool weather. He's wearing Shokz Open Move headphones and a Garmin watch, with visible effort but easy form.

Zone 2 Run – August 2, 2025

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Build Phase 2 / Week 1 / Run 4 – Road to TOWaterfront 42K No big preps or agonizing over this run. I awoke thirsty and downed some Nuun. That’s it. I took no hydration, pre-run nor in-run nutrition. No salt tabs. Nuthin! I felt I would weather the weather. Mild temps today! Oh, I

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TCS Toronto Waterfront 42K, TOWaterfront42K, Zone 2 Running
Comic-style illustration of a middle-aged male runner asleep in bed, dreaming of himself running. The dream version wears sunglasses, Shokz Open Move headphones, and a Garmin watch. The bedroom is dimly lit while the dream is bright and vivid.

Threshold Run – August 1, 2025

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Build Phase 2 / Week 1 / Run 3 – Road to TOWaterfront 42K Today’s threshold run was one of those deceptive workouts: it looks simple on paper but finds a way to squeeze every drop out of you. While I hit my targets, I felt absolutely drained by the end. I got a much

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Build Phase, Daily Run Log, Marathon Training, TCS Toronto Waterfront 42K, TOWaterfront42K, Train for your first Maraton

Anatomy of a Long Run: Breaking Down the Distance, Step by Step

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Every long run has a rhythm, a turning point, and if you’re lucky, a moment of flow. On June 29, I ran 11.1 km over 1 hour and 20 minutes, and what unfolded was a masterclass in effort regulation, fueling strategy, and physiological feedback. Let’s break down the anatomy of a long run, using real-time

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Marathon Build, Running Journey, TOWaterfront40K

Training Peaks for Masters Runners: Out of the Comfort Zone — Into the Training Zone

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For a long time, I trained like most age-group runners: I followed the plan, logged the miles, and hoped the math would work itself out. But as a masters runner, I needed more than a one-size-fits-all approach. That’s when I discovered Training Peaks for masters runners — a tool that tailors training and brings confidence

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Masters Running

Week 15 Recap: The Quiet Before the Spring

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“Taper Mode: Activated. Calf: Slightly Agitated. Confidence: Recalibrated.” Training Summary Week of April 21–27, 2025Race Week – Georgina Spring Fling Half Marathon ApproachingTotal Runs: 2Total Distance: ~17 kmKey Focus: Sharpening and Recovery 📍 Thursday, April 24 – Sharpen the Sword Workout Type: Stride-focused Tune-upDistance: ~10.5 kmDetails: Takeaway:After several rest days, this run felt like a

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Half Marathon Race Prep, Half Marathon Training, Tapering Strategy, Weekly Recap

04/11/2025 Training Log – Spice Meter Maxed: When to Push, When to Pivot

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Execution & Reflections: After Wednesday’s Scotch Bonnet intervals, I wasn’t sure if I’d be recovered enough for today’s hot tempo session. Turns out, I might’ve been right. The day started with a meh energy level. Not exhausted, not buzzing—just… ho-hum. I fueled on schedule: Maurten Drink Mix 160 about 40 minutes before, pre-hydrated with Nuun,

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Fueling for Runners, Fueling Strategies, Mental Training, P50F Training Log
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