In this episode, we catch up with Gabe Alves as he reflects on his training journey leading up to the Delirious West 200-miler. Gabe candidly shares the challenges of balancing work, family, and training, particularly during the holiday season. Despite a lighter running schedule in recent weeks, he’s maintaining focus with plans to reset and ramp up in January and February.
Gabe also talks about problem-solving blister issues, his experience with barefoot runs, and how he’s finding consistency and positivity in his training approach. With a family camping trip at the South Coast on the horizon, he’s looking forward to casual runs along parts of the race course to mentally reconnect with the trail.
This episode is a reminder that ultrarunning is as much about mindset and preparation as it is about the miles.
Key Highlights:
• Managing lighter training weeks and avoiding panic with a long-term plan.
• Insights into preventing blisters and experimenting with new gear.
• Why Gabe incorporates barefoot runs into his training.
• Using a holiday camping trip to explore sections of the Delirious trail and stay connected to the course.
• Focusing on mental strategies for tackling ultramarathons.
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