Training for Trail Races and Ultra Runs: Interview with 2012 USA Mountain Running Champion Sage Canaday

Sage Canday trail running tipsIf you’ve ever contemplated running an ultra race or trail run, than you’re going to love this week’s Run to the Top podcast. On this week’s show, we’re interviewing ultra and trail runner Sage Canaday.

Sage has an incredible running resume. He is a 2:16 marathoner, two-time Olympic Trials qualifier, American Record holder at the Mt. Washington Road Race, and was the 2012 USA Mountain Running Champ…phew!

Talk about learning from one of the best! Here’s a brief summary of some of the great nuggets of wisdom we got from this interview:

  • How Sage transitioned from “traditional” races and training to trail/ultra running and how you can do the same if you have the same goal in 2013.
  • The importance of logistical preparation for trail events. How to select the right shoes, train to the demands of the course, and fuel properly.
  • The key workouts and long runs that help Sage know he’s fit and ready to run fast.
  • Sage’s take on fueling, pacing, and the lessons he’s learned along the way.

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