This week, we’re talking pacing — the skill that separates finishers from faders. Whether you’re running a 50K or a 100-miler, smart pacing protects your body from bonking, inflammation, and breakdown.

We dive into the science behind restraint:

• Glycogen depletion and why fat-burning isn’t enough

• Cardiac drift and rising effort over time

• Muscle fatigue, form collapse, and injury risk

• Gut shutdown when blood flow prioritises your legs over digestion

• Why walking early climbs can save your race later

Plus: the talk test, segment thinking, and why patience is power.

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