ENDURE24 READING | Training for TDS at UTMB vlog series | Ep 3 | Longest Run | Run4Adventure - Run4Adventure

Aug 13, 2025

Intro: This is a quick summary of ENDURE24 READING | Training for TDS at UTMB vlog series | Ep 3 from Run4Adventure. 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

Looped endurance – The race is an 8 km (5‑mile) loop with mixed terrain and a few sharp hills. Lou runs the loop repeatedly for 24 hours, aiming for 80 mi (≈ 130 km).
Run‑walk strategy – Early laps were fast (43 min) but quickly shifted to a “run‑easy‑walk” approach to keep heart rate low, protect muscles, and stay comfortable for the long haul.
Nutrition & hydration – Frequent aid stations, water‑filled cups, Morton gels/bars (≈ 220 kcal each) and solid food (pizza, haribos) keep energy steady.
Gear checklist – Head‑torch (Fenix HM65R‑T), waterproof jacket, reusable cup, 750 ml water, extra shoes, Salomon Adv Skin 12 vest, and a massage gun for post‑run recovery.
Mental tricks – Treat the 24 h as a series of short, manageable loops; use crowd support, music, and regular “reset” breaks (every 12–14 mi) to stay motivated.

Workout Example (adaptable for any runner):

Warm‑up – 10 min easy jog + dynamic stretches.
Loop – Run the 8 km loop at a comfortable effort (≈ 65 % max HR).
Break – After each loop, walk the steepest hill, refill water, and grab a quick snack (e.g., a gel or a few haribos).
Repeat – Continue for 8 km repeats.
Long‑run goal – Target 60 mi (≈ 96 km) in 12 h, then keep the same pattern for the remaining 12 h.
Night running – Switch to a lighter head‑torch after 8 pm; keep a steady, low‑intensity pace to protect vision and conserve energy.

Practical Tips to Try Today

Plan a 8 km loop (or a familiar park circuit) and run it 3–4 times, alternating 5 min run / 2 min walk on hills.
Carry a small water bottle and a quick‑fuel snack; practice refilling at a water station on the way.
Test a head‑torch in low‑light conditions before a night run.
Log each loop’s time and heart‑rate; aim to keep HR under your “easy” zone (≈ 1.3 × resting HR).

Closing Note: Give the Endure 24 loop a go, adjust the distance and paces to fit your own limits, and track it in the Pacing app so you can fine‑tune your training for the big UTMB TDS adventure. Happy running!