Ultra race week checklist! As athletes, we tend to build anxiety the closer we get to race day. This anxiety cuts into our sleep and ability to make sound decisions. In our latest article, we have outlined the Do's and Don'ts of race week. Let us guide you so you can calm your nerves and focus on your controllables. Click the link in bio for full article. #exploreperfection
Cross-training. As runners begin to build volume heading into fall marathons, the risk of injury increases. By adding in cross-training, you can reduce your risk, improve performance, and maintain strength. Click on the link in our bio for featured cross-training workouts and guidance! #exploreperfection
Marathon training involves countless miles and plenty of long runs. Long runs often mean additional recovery time. To build endurance with limited strain on your legs, try our new 3 hour cycling workout. Train your aerobic system without the added fatigue. Click the link in our bio to save this workout directly to your COROS Training Hub!
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Have a major race coming up? Are you putting in all of the necessary training? What about once your race is over. Do you know how to handle the post-race blues? It's best to be prepared for these so you know how to handle them once you find yourself in this situation. Click on the link in our bio to read thoughts from @drjimtaylor about how to best handle post-race depression.
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🚨Western States 100 Analysis🚨
Curious how pro's train going into a major race? How about their racing tactics over 16,000 ft of elevation gain. Click on the link in our bio for a full analysis of 2nd place male @hawks_hayden .
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Pain, it's something we all deal with as endurance athletes. If we all experience it, then how do we manage and conquer it? Sports Psychologist @drjimtaylor recently wrote about how to control your pain while training or racing. Click the link in our bio to learn new ways of building your mental toughness!
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Last week we discussed training and racing in the heat. This week, we focus on what does heat illness look/feel like. Click the link in our bio to understand the signs, symptoms, and preventative measures associated with heat illness. With temperatures remaining high this summer, its best to be informed so your training can remain strong!
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As the temps rise, how are you changing your training expectations? Do you know the amount you'll slow down at different temperatures? Do you know what the Wet Bulb Global Temperature metric is? Check out our latest blog in the bio for tips and tricks on building performance in the heat!
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Are you or a friend getting into ultras? Do you have questions about training, nutrition, pacing, etc? Our latest training article provides athletes with guidance and links to our 50k and 100 mile training plans! Tag your running buddies and click the link in our bio to read more!
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Do you have IT band or hip flexor issues? Check out our latest workout from Sally McRae (@yellowrunner ). This workout is designed for glute/hip strength and mobility. Click the link in our bio to download the workout to your COROS App. The workout will sync with your watch and guide you through the movements!
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🎉New Training Plan Alert🎉
We recently built a 100 mile ultra training plan. This plan is for those athletes who already run 40 miles/week as their base. The plan will take runners through a 12 week build which focuses on increasing mileage and maintaining strength (2x/week strength). If you or a friend are looking for guidance on your next ultra race, click the link in our bio! The plan will sync directly to your COROS account and watch.
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We recently gained an inside look at @reedfisch and @des_linden build up towards Boston! For all of those athletes looking to see how elites train for and race major events, click the link in our bio! Enjoy an indepth look at their Base Fitness, fatigue, tapers, and race-day pacing! It's amazing what these athletes can do! #exploreperfection
