In the 2025 USATF 100-Mile Championships, the author experienced a mix of emotions and physical sensations throughout the race. Initially feeling strong, the heat and intense pace quickly took a toll. Running on a flat road loop in Henderson, Nevada, presented different challenges compared to previous races. The absence of natural obstacles like trails or high elevations shifted the focus to mental endurance. Hydration and fueling strategies played a critical role, emphasizing the importance of support from friends and proper nutrition during such harsh conditions.
The course wasn't completely non-scenic, but I was basically running behind apartment complexes... no shade, no trees - just desert.
These races ebb and flow. Sometimes you feel great when someone else is at their low. You never know when your time is going to hit.
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