In this episode of UP, we discuss your final week of hard training and how to get your Comrades marathon pace band for 2024.

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In today's podcast Comrades Coach Lindsey Parry and Brad Nadauld discuss the danger that looms in the final week before final qualifying times need to be submitted to Comrades.

Here are the resources mentioned in this podcast:
🔗 Comrades Marathon Strength Plan: https://coachparry.com/80c5-Comrades-Strength-Plan
🔗 Comrades Marathon Training Roadmap: https://coachparry.com/0m29-Comrades-Training-Roadmap
🔗 Register for our upcoming Comrades Webinar: https://coachparry.com/lbva-Comrades-Webinar

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Today Official Comrades Coach Lindsey Parry and Brad Nadauld discuss an important topic that Comrades runners often forget about regarding their long run.

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Grab your spot in our upcoming Faster Beyond 50 Masterclass here: https://coachparry.com/lkz8-Faster-Beyond-50-Masterclass

Here are the resources mentioned in this podcast:
🔗 Comrades Marathon Strength Plan: https://coachparry.com/80c5-Comrades-Strength-Plan
🔗 Comrades Marathon Training Roadmap: https://coachparry.com/0m29-Comrades-Training-Roadmap
🔗 Register for our upcoming Comrades Webinar: https://coachparry.com/lbva-Comrades-Webinar

Subscribe to the Coach Parry Cape Town Marathon Podcast here: https://runcapetownpodcast.transistor.fm/subscribe
Resources mentioned in this podcast:
Grab your spot in our upcoming Faster Beyond 50 Masterclass here: https://coachparry.com/lkz8-Faster-Beyond-50-Masterclass

In this podcast, Brad Nadauld and Coach Lindsay Parry discuss the critical aspects of managing fatigue during peak training for the Comrades Marathon. They explore the normalcy of feeling tired due to training demands but emphasize the importance of distinguishing this from being excessively exhausted. The discussion covers personalized adjustments to training plans based on individual circumstances such as work and family commitments, and offers practical advice on how to modify workouts to prevent overtraining and potential injuries.

Here are the resources mentioned in this podcast:
🔗 Comrades Marathon Strength Plan: https://coachparry.com/80c5-Comrades-Strength-Plan
🔗 Comrades Marathon Training Roadmap: https://coachparry.com/0m29-Comrades-Training-Roadmap
🔗 Register for our upcoming Comrades Webinar: https://coachparry.com/lbva-Comrades-Webinar

Main Points Discussed In This Podcast:

Normal vs. Excessive Fatigue: Lindsay Parry explains the difference between typical fatigue caused by training and signs of excessive exhaustion that may indicate overtraining.
Personalizing Training Plans: The importance of tailoring training plans to accommodate personal life factors like job demands and family responsibilities, to ensure sustainable training.
Modifying Workouts: Strategies for modifying workouts to manage fatigue, including reducing cross-training and strength sessions, and adjusting running distances to maintain overall training effectiveness without overloading.
Importance of Recovery: Emphasis on the crucial role of recovery, including sleep and nutrition, to support intensive training periods and enhance performance outcomes.

In this vital video, we address the complexities and considerations of participating in both the Two Oceans Marathon and the Comrades Marathon. Host Brad Nadauld and official Comrades Marathon coach Lindsay Parry offer invaluable insights on how to navigate these two iconic ultramarathons, ensuring athletes make informed decisions about racing, recovery, and training adjustments.

Here are the resources mentioned in this podcast:
🔗 Comrades Marathon Strength Plan
🔗 Comrades Marathon Training Roadmap
🔗 Register for our upcoming Comrades Webinar

Subscribe to the Coach Parry Cape Town Marathon Podcast here: https://runcapetownpodcast.transistor.fm/subscribe
Resources mentioned in this podcast:
Grab your spot in our upcoming Faster Beyond 50 Masterclass here: https://coachparry.com/lkz8-Faster-Beyond-50-Masterclass

This is what we cover in this video:
Balancing Act: Understand the impact of racing at the Two Oceans Marathon on your Comrades Marathon performance. Lindsay Perry explains why it's crucial to approach Two Oceans with a strategy that aligns with your Comrades goals. Whether you're aiming for personal bests or the experience itself, learn how to race smartly and recover efficiently.

Recovery is Key: Discover the significance of recovery weeks in your training schedule, especially when tackling back-to-back ultramarathons. This episode emphasizes the importance of reducing intensity and volume to allow your body to repair and strengthen, highlighting the critical role recovery plays in avoiding injury and ensuring peak performance.

Training Adjustments: For those participating in the Two Oceans Marathon, Perry provides specific advice on adjusting your training plan. Learn how to modify your schedule to accommodate for the recovery needed after Two Oceans, ensuring you remain on track for a successful Comrades Marathon.

Race Strategy: Whether you're contemplating racing one or both events, gain insight into how to approach each marathon to meet your objectives without compromising your overall performance. From pacing strategies to mental preparation, this discussion covers essential tactics for ultramarathon success.

Whether you're a first-time participant or an experienced ultramarathoner, this episode offers a comprehensive guide to managing the challenges and opportunities presented by running both the Two Oceans and Comrades Marathons. Tune in for expert advice and prepare to conquer these legendary races with confidence.

Gear up for an episode packed with strategic advice, practical tips, and motivational insights. Share this episode with your running community and let's tackle these iconic South African ultramarathons together. Happy training,

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Welcome to the latest edition of Up - A Comrades Marathon Podcast where Comrades Marathon coach Lindsey Parry & Brad Nadauld help you on your journey to Comrades 2024.

Here are the resources mentioned in this podcast:
- Comrades Marathon Strength Plan: https://coachparry.com/80c5-Comrades-Strength-Plan
- Comrades Marathon Training Roadmap: https://coachparry.com/0m29-Comrades-Training-Roadmap
- Register for our upcoming Comrades Webinar: https://coachparry.com/lbva-Comrades-Webinar

This episode is packed with invaluable insights for runners as we approach the crucial final stages of Comrades Marathon preparation. Lindsay Perry shares expert advice on:

Training Intensity: With April marking the peak training period, understanding the balance between pushing your limits and ensuring recovery is vital for success.

Gear Selection: The importance of testing and finalizing your marathon gear, from the right pair of shoes to the type of socks, cannot be overstated. Lindsay offers practical tips on choosing gear that will support you best on race day, including how to ensure your shoes are in perfect condition for the marathon without being too worn or too new.

Last-Minute Adjustments: If gear or nutrition plans don't pan out as expected in your final long runs, there's still time to adjust. Lindsay outlines strategies for making those critical last-minute changes to your marathon strategy.

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Resources mentioned in this podcast:
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Join us in this enlightening episode as we dive deep into the art of Comrades Marathon training with Comrades Marathon coach, Lindsay Parry and Brad Nadauld.

Here are the resources mentioned in this podcast:
- Comrades Marathon Strength Plan: https://coachparry.com/80c5-Comrades-Strength-Plan
- Comrades Marathon Training Roadmap: https://coachparry.com/0m29-Comrades-Training-Roadmap
- Register for our upcoming Comrades Webinar: https://coachparry.com/lbva-Comrades-Webinar

Discover the nuances of pacing, the importance of organic improvement, and strategic planning for peak performance. As we gear up for Comrades 2024, this discussion sheds light on three pivotal areas:

Mastering Pacing: Learn the significance of monitoring your easy run pace to ensure it reflects genuine fitness gains rather than forced efforts. Lindsay emphasizes the delicate balance between pushing for speed and nurturing organic growth in your running pace.

Easter Weekend Training: As we approach key training months for the Comrades Marathon, the spotlight falls on the Easter 100—a challenge that tests endurance with 100km of running over three days. Lindsay shares expert advice on managing this intense training load wisely to avoid overtraining and ensure recovery.

Maintaining Fitness and Discipline: With the temptation to constantly break personal bests, Lindsay discusses the importance of disciplined training. Understand the difference between fitness-induced improvements and the risk of overdoing it, especially in the crucial weeks leading up to race day.

Whether you're a novice runner or a seasoned Comrades runner, this episode is packed with valuable insights to help you train smarter, not harder. Tune in for expert guidance and ensure your journey to the finish line is both successful and enjoyable.

Happy training, and see you on the road to Comrades 2024!

In this podcast, Brad Nadauld and the Official Comrades Coach Lindsey Parry discuss several important aspects of preparing for the Comrades Marathon, focusing on strength training, injury prevention, and mental toughness.

Subscribe to the Coach Parry Cape Town Marathon Podcast here: https://runcapetownpodcast.transistor.fm/subscribe
Resources mentioned in this podcast:
Grab your spot in our upcoming Faster Beyond 50 Masterclass here: https://coachparry.com/lkz8-Faster-Beyond-50-Masterclass

Here are the resources mentioned in this podcast:
- Comrades Marathon Strength Plan: https://coachparry.com/80c5-Comrades-Strength-Plan
- Comrades Marathon Training Roadmap: https://coachparry.com/0m29-Comrades-Training-Roadmap
- Register for our upcoming Comrades Webinar: https://coachparry.com/lbva-Comrades-Webinar

Here's what we covered in this podcast:
Join Brad Nadauld and the Official Comrades Coach Lindsey Parry in this episode as they dive deep into the transformative power of strength training for marathon runners, especially those gearing up for the Comrades Marathon. Lindsey shares his personal journey of incorporating strength training into his routine, revealing how it not only boosted his performance but also significantly lowered his injury risk. 

Whether you're a seasoned runner or just starting, we'll guide you on how to adapt your Comrades Marathon training plan to include strength exercises effectively. 

Plus, we'll explore strategies to maintain mental freshness and motivation throughout the demanding training period. This episode is packed with insights and tips to help you prepare both physically and mentally for one of the most challenging races out there.

In this podcast, Brad Nadauld and Lindsey Parry discuss several important aspects of preparing for the Comrades Marathon, focusing on pacing, injury prevention, and nutrition strategy.

Links we mentioned in this podcast:
- Comrades Marathon Strength Plan
- Comrades Marathon Training Roadmap
- Register for our upcoming Comrades Webinar

Subscribe to the Coach Parry Cape Town Marathon Podcast here: https://runcapetownpodcast.transistor.fm/subscribe
Resources mentioned in this podcast:
Grab your spot in our upcoming Faster Beyond 50 Masterclass here: https://coachparry.com/lkz8-Faster-Beyond-50-Masterclass

Here's what we covered in this podcast:
Pacing and Run-Walk Strategy:
Lindsey emphasizes the importance of practicing race pace during long runs to simulate race conditions accurately. This helps in managing energy levels and ensures that runners are not starting too fast on race day, which could lead to exhaustion and a slower finish.

Injury Prevention and Management:
With an increase in training mileage, the risk of injuries also rises. Lindsey advises on how to recognize and manage injuries early on. Resting at the first sign of pain, properly treating the injury, and possibly modifying training are key strategies. The goal is to avoid chronic injuries that could jeopardize race day performance.

Comrades Marathon Nutrition Strategy:
The discussion covers how to plan and implement a nutrition strategy for long-distance races like Comrades. Lindsey explains how to calculate carbohydrate needs based on body weight and exercise duration, suggesting a mix of energy sources including gels, energy drinks, and solid foods to maintain energy levels without causing gastrointestinal distress. Practicing this nutrition strategy during training runs and races leading up to Comrades is crucial for race day success.

In this podcast, Brad Nadauld and the Official Comrades Coach Lindsey Parry discuss an extremely important pacing strategy that you need to master if you are going to have a successful Comrades.

Links we mentioned in this podcast:
- Comrades Marathon Strength Plan
- Comrades Marathon Training Roadmap
- Register for our upcoming Comrades Webinar

Subscribe to the Coach Parry Cape Town Marathon Podcast here: https://runcapetownpodcast.transistor.fm/subscribe
Resources mentioned in this podcast:
Grab your spot in our upcoming Faster Beyond 50 Masterclass here: https://coachparry.com/lkz8-Faster-Beyond-50-Masterclass

Here's what we covered in this episode:

Pacing and Run-Walk Strategy:
Emphasizing the importance of starting the Comrades Marathon at a slower pace than typical training runs to avoid fatigue in the later stages of the race. Lindsey Perry details a run-walk strategy tailored to various finish times, advocating for its practice early in training to make it a seamless part of the race-day approach.

Post-Marathon Recovery and Injury Prevention:
Stressing the need for adequate rest after marathon races to ensure runners start their Comrades training block without injuries. The discussion underscores that overtraining or inadequate recovery can lead to starting the race with an injury, significantly impacting performance.

Managing Training Volume and External Pressures:
Advising runners to resist the urge to overtrain or succumb to peer pressure for excessive mileage. The focus is on following a structured, personalized training plan that balances volume and intensity, ensuring readiness for race day without risking injury or burnout.