The Midpacker Podcast

Trailing Indicators 001 | Race Calendar Creation, Taking an Offseason, & Speed Work is Good.


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In Episode 001 of Trailing Indicators Corinne Shalvoy, Troy Meadows, and Matt Van Dalsem discuss various topics related to trail and ultrarunning from the perspective of their position in the pack Front, Middle, and Back respectively. They share their upcoming race goals and discuss the importance of the off-season for recovery and mental well-being. They also talk about structuring a race calendar based on personal goals and family commitments. The conversation highlights the importance of finding balance and maintaining motivation in the sport of trail and ultrarunning. The conversation explores training philosophy, transitioning from longer to shorter distances, and the importance of speed work. It also discusses the idea of building training plans around adventures and the importance of listening to your body and enjoying the trails. The participants find common ground in their experiences and emphasize the importance of individual motivation and enjoyment in running.

Takeaways

  • The off-season is important for recovery and mental well-being.

  • Structuring a race calendar should consider personal goals and family commitments.

  • Volunteering in the running community is a valuable way to give back and stay involved.

  • Goal-oriented decision-making can help prioritize races and maintain motivation. Training should be fun and enjoyable, and it's important to listen to your body and not push yourself if you're not feeling motivated.

  • Building training plans around adventures or personal goals can provide additional motivation and variety.

  • Transitioning from longer to shorter distances may involve adjusting training volume and incorporating more speed work.

  • Speed work is important for all runners, regardless of their pace or distance goals.

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