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 MaratonEvery 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, TOWaterfront40KFor 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
Training Peaks for Masters Runners: Out of the Comfort Zone — Into the Training Zone Read Post »
Masters Running“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 RecapExecution & 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,
04/11/2025 Training Log – Spice Meter Maxed: When to Push, When to Pivot Read Post »
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