Apr20 4/20/2009 2:42 PM
Preparing for High Altitude Running:
The main factor you want to consider with high altitude racing is that your pace will be about 10 sec/mile slower than at sea level. Runners training at sea level are able to train at higher speeds and establish faster turnover than runners living at high altitude. Begin the race at least 10 sec/mile slower than your sea level pace. It is smart to start out the race easy, feel as if you're holding back for the first half of the race and then push yourself the second half.
When coming from sea level, the best times to compete at high altitude are immediately after arriving to the high altitude climate or after at least 3 weeks in the high altitude climate.
Erin Marston
DAC Run Club Coordinator
erindmarston@gmail.com
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