Tech Test Long Run

Workout - Tech Test Long Run

• 10min @ 6'15''/km
• 5.0km @ 5'40''/km
• 5.0km @ 5'50''/km
• 5.0km @ 5'40''/km
• 10min @ 6'45''/km

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The Running Channel’s video I Ran An Ultramarathon In The Apple Watch Ultra covers some practical insights worth extracting. Here’s what stood out, with actionable tips you can apply to your training right away. Watch the full video for a complete walkthrough.

Key Points:

• During a 50 km (≈31 mi) run, expect roughly 10% battery drain per 10 km, leaving about 70% at the 30 km mark.
• Six dedicated screens display real‑time data—heart rate zones, cadence, power output—making it straightforward to dial in your pace.
• Mark a waypoint with the Backtrack feature and follow the same path back, which comes in handy on looped courses.
• Receive and respond to messages and alerts on the go without needing to stop or reach for your phone.
• A 90 dB siren that carries up to 500 m provides a handy emergency alert option.
• For city marathons it works well, but ultramarathons might warrant a dedicated GPS watch with extended battery life (like the Garmin Enduro).

Workout Example (from James’ 50 km test):

1. Begin with an Outdoor Run – GPS workout.
2. Complete 10 km segments and assess battery level between splits (anticipate about 10% drain per segment).
3. Mark the beginning of each loop with Backtrack to simplify finding your way back.
4. Track heart rate, cadence, and power output across the dedicated screens to maintain your target effort level.
5. Use on‑run notifications to answer messages and receive alerts without extracting your phone.
6. Around the 30 km mark, try activating the siren to verify it works (audible to 500 m away).

Closing Note: Apply this split-and-monitor strategy to your next long run, adjusting distances and tempos to match your training goals in the Pacing app. For city marathons and moderate-length ultras, the Ultra works well; if you’re tackling extended events, factor battery life into your choice. Test it out, stay safe, and see what insights you gain. (The full video digs deeper into the details.)

References

• I Ran An Ultramarathon In The Apple Watch Ultra - YouTube (YouTube Video)