Best View in Chiang Mai | Training for CCC - 2/15 - Harry Runs

Aug 13, 2025

Intro: This is a quick summary of Best View in Chiang Mai | Training for CCC - 2/15 from Harry Runs. It’s a great watch — we’re breaking it down so you can try the workout today. Be sure to check out the full video for all the details.

Key Points:

Keep weekly mileage steady (≈130 km) but deliberately cut vertical gain early in the week (≈2,500 m) to protect the ankles.
Mix long mountain runs with short, high‑leg‑speed track sessions for turnover and confidence.
Use active recovery (easy flat runs, short 10‑km jogs) to maintain fitness without over‑training.
Listen to your body: when an ankle feels “swollen” or tired, opt for easier trails or a flat run.

Workout Example:

Track speed day (Tuesday) – 38 min total:
- 2 × 1‑mile repeats at ~4:47 / 4:54 each
- 3 × 1 km efforts (≈4:00 each)
- 4 × 200 m fast repeats (≈1:00 each)
- Light jog between intervals, total volume ~5 km.
Long mountain run (Saturday) – 26 km on the ridge line, ~3 h 11 min, ~1,300 m total climb, average pace ~7 min 19 sec (7:19/km).

Practical Tips to Try Right Now:

Limit steep climbs to a set amount (e.g., ≤2,500 m) before a big race week.
Schedule a short track session once a week: 2 × mile + 3 × 1 km + 4 × 200 m, adjusting paces to match your current fitness.
After a long trail run, refuel with a simple banana‑coconut‑milk “ice‑cream” for quick carbs and protein.
Track heart‑rate (≈125 bpm) to stay in an easy‑effort zone on mixed terrain.

Closing Note: Grab a map, set your paces in the Pacing app, and give this mixed‑terrain workout a go—feel free to speed‑up or lengthen the intervals to suit your own goals. Have fun, stay safe, and keep chasing those mountain views!