UTMB High-Altitude Simulation

Workout - UTMB High-Altitude Simulation

• 12min @ 6'45''/km
• 37.0km @ 7'30''/km
• 12min @ 8'00''/km

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Intro: Here’s a breakdown of LONG RUN! TRAINING FOR UTMB ‘17 from Vo2maxProductions—definitely worth watching in full. This vlog captures a solid long-run workout you can adapt and test today.

Key Points:

• Features a demanding high-altitude long run (20+ mi) along the Continental Divide Trail at 9,000–10,000 ft, building durability through distance, vertical, and psychological resilience for UTMB training.
• Training at altitude strengthens aerobic systems and improves leg power; the approach favors a steady, manageable effort over hitting specific pace targets.
• Altitude survival tips: source water from melting snow (filter as needed), layer up against cold conditions, and keep an eye on the sky for storms.
• Terrain work: repeated climbs, technical downhill sections, and uneven footing teach efficient uphill movement and controlled descent skills.

Workout Example:

1. Warm‑up Start with a 5-minute easy jog on flat ground.
2. Long Run Target 20–26 miles (≈32–42 km) on a high-altitude trail in the 9k–10k ft range. Maintain an effort you can sustain with conversation; when the ground tilts up, shorten your steps and drive with your quads; on descents, harness gravity but stay planted and careful.
3. Hydration Grab water from the landscape (melted snow works great) and filter if unsure about the source.
4. Cool‑down Finish with 5–10 minutes of easy jogging and light stretching, paying extra attention to your calves and hamstrings. Pace varies based on your fitness and how your body responds to altitude—dial it in as you go.

Closing Note: Test this high-altitude long run with distances and effort scaled to where you’re at right now—use your Pacing app to log the results and track your progress. Soak in the scenery and keep grinding toward your UTMB dreams.

References

• LONG RUN! TRAINING FOR UTMB ‘17 | Sage Running VLOG - YouTube (YouTube Video)