Training Log 5/3/2026-5/16/2026
The body managed to endure this demanding week of running, mainly in the Sierras, with lots of elevation gain. My initial race of the year is in Bishop, CA, serving as my first real challenge ahead of the Tahoe 200 in June. Depending on my condition this Saturday before the race, I’ll choose whether to push hard or race more conservatively. Knowing me, I will probably blow myself up.
• Step Count for the week: 238,887
• Miles: 123 miles
• Time: 23hrs 39min
• Elevation: 19,367ft
Sunday, May 3, 2026
Trail Run
Distance 11.25 mi
Moving Time 1:47:09
Pace 9:31 /mi
Elevation 1,844 ft
Avg Heart Rate 134 bpm
Monday, May 4, 2026
Trail Run
Distance 21.27 mi
Moving Time 3:52:45
Pace 10:57 /mi
Elevation 4,150 ft
Avg Heart Rate 136 bpm
Tuesday, May 5, 2026
Trail Run
Distance 21.00 mi
Moving Time 3:21:17
Pace 9:35 /mi
Elevation 2,372 ft
Avg Heart Rate 133 bpm
Wednesday, May 6, 2026
Trail Run
Distance 22.25 mi
Moving Time 3:44:59
Pace 10:07 /mi
Elevation 4,134 ft
Avg Heart Rate 142 bpm
Thursday, May 7, 2026
Trail Run
Distance 22.73 mi
Moving Time 3:31:10
Pace 9:17 /mi
Elevation 3,232 ft
Avg Heart Rate 145 bpm
Friday, May 8, 2026
Trail Run
Distance 24.75 mi
Moving Time 4:27:24
Pace 10:48 /mi
Elevation 3,635 ft
Avg Heart Rate 134 bpm
Saturday, May 9, 2026
Off
I only shared about my tough week of training because the following week was a boring taper leading up to my first race of the year in Bishop. On Saturday, May 16, I participated in the Bishop High Sierra 100K and finished second overall. I ran conservatively to mainly test my new fueling strategy, but I also maintained a good pace since it was still a race. The course is exposed with few trees, mostly gentle grades, and climbs that were mostly runnable. I met a few volunteers for the Tahoe 200 during the race and spent some time chatting with them. One of my weak spots in races is spending too long talking to volunteers at aid stations. I struggled through some parts of the course, but overall, I experienced more positives than negatives. After this 100K, just less than four weeks before the Tahoe 200, I feel more confident about my fueling, though I need to improve my electrolyte intake. The race is small but well-organized, making it a good first race for anyone trying different distances. Aid stations are spaced every 3-7 miles, with drop bags available at four stations if needed. Everyone is very friendly, and athletes of all levels participate. Surprisingly, I was on the larger side for the 100K at 6’2” and 180 lbs. Who would have thought? I’ll share later about some common challenges I face before, during, and after endurance events, which are part of what I enjoy about them.
You never know where or who will teach you life’s lessons.