Ultramarathon Training Questions Answered - Flagstaff Crest 39

Want more race strategy tips, fueling breakdowns, and ultra mindset nuggets? Follow me on Instagram: @sarah.j.june www.instagram.com/sarah.j.june ⸻ 📌 CHAPTERS 00:00 Intro – Who I am and what this video covers 01:15 Does Flagstaff Crest 39 follow the Cocodona 250 or 125 course? 05:52 How competitive is the race? 09:03 Was I prepared? My unconventional training leading up 14:45 How I trained for elevation without living at altitude 19:35 Race day strategy: RPE, pacing, and staying present 26:00 My fueling plan: carbs, caffeine, electrolytes 29:55 GI shutdown after 5 hours? What causes it and how to fix it 37:20 Fueling considerations for high altitude races 41:10 Bryce Canyon 30K tips – pacing and fueling strategy 43:38 How often should you strength train during ultra prep? 45:40 Can you run and strength train on the same day? 49:10 Is Flagstaff Crest 39 beginner friendly? ⸻ Follow me on Instagram: @sarah.j.june www.instagram.com/sarah.j.june ⸻ 🧪 PRODUCTS, FUELING, AND GEAR MENTIONED Fueling Strategy • Science in Sport (SIS) Beta Fuel Powder – 80g carbs per packet • BPN Go Gels – some with caffeine for mid-race boost • 400mg sodium capsules – 2 at the top of every hour, 1 at the half-hour • GI tip: stick to liquids late in the race, avoid large food boluses Heat and Altitude Prep • Sauna sessions 3x/week after strength training • Electrolytes at elevation – around 1200mg/hour • Nausea relief: Emitrol or ginger chews Gear and Strategy Tips • Use a bladder for any section over 2 hours • Strength train 2–3x/week for durability • Long runs over 5 hours = gut training practice ⸻ Follow me on Instagram: sarah.j.june www.instagram.com/sarah.j.june