In this engaging episode, we reconnect with Kevin Matthews, who’s incorporating some exciting changes into his training regime as he prepares for the Delirious West 200-miler. Kevin shares his newfound love for Pilates, which has become a cornerstone of his strength and recovery routine. By replacing double daily runs with Pilates sessions and gym work, he’s noticing improvements in his performance and resilience.
Kevin recounts his success at the Six Inch Trail Marathon, where his revised training approach led to one of his best finishes in recent years. With a mix of high-mileage weeks, 24-hour parkrun adventures, and a focus on strength training, Kevin is proving that adaptability and consistency are key to ultramarathon success.
Key Highlights:
•The benefits of adding Pilates and strength training to an ultra training plan.
•A top-10 finish at the Six Inch Trail Marathon, attributing success to smarter, balanced training.
•Insights into preparing for multi-day events, including gear management and pacing strategies.
•Kevin’s humorous and insightful take on staying motivated and healthy in the lead-up to Delirious West.
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