Seth's Grit Test Long Run
Workout - Seth's Grit Test Long Run
- 12min @ 7'00''/km
- 28.0km @ 5'30''/km
- 10min @ 7'00''/km
- 12min @ 7'00''/km
- 19.0km @ 6'00''/km
- 10min @ 7'00''/km
- 12min @ 7'00''/km
- 11.5km @ 6'30''/km
- 10min @ 7'00''/km
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Intro: Seth James DeMoor’s video Most Difficult Long Run Course | 2K | Running Gear Haul features one of the toughest long runs he attempts. We’ve extracted the key takeaways here so you can try it today—just review the full video for complete details on gear and technique.
Key Points:
- A 2-mile loop around Boulder includes roughly 2,000 feet of climbing, making it one of Seth’s toughest long-run options.
- His run totaled 23 miles at an average of 7:26–7:27 min/mile, with a rough final 8 miles caused by dehydration.
- He highlights recovery equipment (compression sleeves, wool socks) and stresses carrying sufficient water on lengthy, mountainous courses.
- Approach the loop as a race-day practice: maintain steady effort, focus on handling climbs well, and plan your food and drink strategy in advance.
Workout Example:
Goal: 23-mile long run on the 2-mile loop (≈2,000 ft gain)
Pace: ~7:30 min/mi steady effort (adjust to your own marathon pace)
Structure:
- Warm-up: 1–2 mi easy jog
- Main set: 10–12 laps of the 2-mile loop (≈20–24 mi total)
• Keep effort consistent on climbs (shorter, quicker strides)
• Recover on descents, but stay moving
- Hydration: Carry at least 1.5–2 L of fluid (hand-held bottle + small pack) and drink every 15–20 min.
- Nutrition: 30–45 g carbs per hour (gels, chews, or fruit).
- Cool-down: 1–2 mi easy jog + stretch.Adjust total distance or pace based on where you are in training.
Closing Note: Test yourself on this tough course, modify distances and speeds to suit your program, and log your effort in the Pacing app. Enjoy the run, drink plenty of water, and find the joy in every mile!