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How Long Should Your Longest Run Be? Hot Race Cooling, Strength Training Timing & More | Q&A Episode
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- Everyday Ultra
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- Apr 29, 2026
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- 3682
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Summary
How long should your longest training run be before your first 100 miler? Should you run 50 miles in training? Or are back-to-back long runs a better option? In this Q&A episode, I’m answering your ultramarathon training, racing, gear, and strategy questions so you can make better decisions in your own training and show up more prepared on race day. In this episode, I cover: How long your longest run should be before a 100 miler When a 50-mile training run makes sense — and when it doesn’t How to handle water crossings without destroying your feet Whether lifting right after running is actually worth it How to approach multi-day challenges like Badwater 267 How to structure training when racing a 100K before a 200 miler Tips for running through the night without a pacer Why topical cooling can make or break hot ultramarathons How to pick the right trekking pole size and which poles I recommend Whether you’re training for your first 100 miler, prepping for a hot race, dialing in your gear, or trying to make smarter training decisions, this episode will help you build more confidence going into your next ultra. SHOW LINKS: Want to work with me to crush your next ultramarathon in our group coaching program? Sign up for our group coaching program here: https://www.theeverydayultra.com/group-coaching Want to be coached by me and my team to crush your next ultramarathon in our 1:1 coaching program? Book a free call here with one of our coaches to see if we are a good fit! Follow Joe on IG: …