How I'm Doing MY Long Runs! - YouTube - The Run Experience

Aug 13, 2025

Intro: This is a quick summary of How I’m Doing MY Long Runs! from The Run Experience. 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:

Mix trail and road long runs to build leg strength, hill endurance, and leg turnover.
On hot, humid days, expect a higher heart‑rate effort and slow the pace (e.g., 50‑effort feels like 70‑effort).
Hydration is critical: carry two bottles, sip electrolytes, and fill at the only aid stations.
Mental trick for steep climbs: when you feel you can’t go on, commit to five more steps before taking a brief rest.
Keep posture strong on technical trails—avoid a hunched back by rolling shoulders back and opening the chest.

Workout Example:

Trail Long Run – 12.6 mi (≈20 km) on mixed terrain:
1. Start with ~1 mi flat warm‑up.
2. Encounter rolling hills; use the five‑step rule on steep sections.
3. At ~5.5 mi, reach the first aid station—drink all fluids.
4. Continue through steep, technical climbs (rocky, bouldery) keeping effort low in heat.
5. On descents, focus on quick, light steps to protect quads.
6. Finish with a flat road run (~12‑13 mi) to work on stride turnover and speed.
Pacing tip: Adjust the target pace in the Pacing app to match your current effort level (e.g., set a slower pace on hot days, faster on cool, flat sections).

Closing Note: Try this mixed‑terrain long run today, tweaking the distances and paces to fit your own fitness. Track it in the Pacing app, stay hydrated, and remember the five‑step mental boost. Have fun and keep building those miles!