Category Archives: Training Guidance

Supine Groin an Emergency Self Defibrillation Technique

Posted on November 12, 2021 by Bridger Ridge Run

Several years ago, I developed a heart condition. The rhythm of my heart can get out of synch when applying pressure or compression to my chest. Bending over, lying on my side or even just tensing muscles surrounding my chest … Continue reading →

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How to Run a 1.5 Hour Half Marathon, a Just Enough Training Approach

Posted on January 31, 2020 by Bridger Ridge Run

Comments and questions on the how to run a 3 hour marathon post inspired this post on how to run a 1.5 hour half marathon. There is some interest in how to adapt the marathon plan for a half marathon. … Continue reading →

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Training Log Prior to 2019 Bridger Ridge Run

Posted on September 8, 2019 by Bridger Ridge Run

Here is my training log from beginning of June through race day. Typical week is about 15 to 30 miles of running. Some weeks included some mountain biking of 15 miles or so. 2019 Goal: Small Town Montana Race Tour … Continue reading →

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Training Ideas for those that Can’t Train on the Ridge Run Course

Posted on June 12, 2019 by Bridger Ridge Run

The most effective way to prepare for the Bridger Ridge Run is to train on the course. For those that do not have the luxury of living near the Bridger Mountain Range, simulating the course conditions will have to suffice. … Continue reading →

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What if You Get Sick During the Training Buildup Before a Race

Posted on November 26, 2017 by Bridger Ridge Run

This post is a response to a comment comprised of questions about dealing with illness and training for a marathon. Getting sick during the training and buildup to a big race is common. Even world class athletes have seen their … Continue reading →

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How to Train and Run the Bridger Ridge Run in 4 Hours

Posted on March 2, 2017 by Bridger Ridge Run

The most popular post on this Blog is a minimalist approach to training for a 3 hour Marathon. In my experience, a 3 hour Marathon is equivalent in effort and training commitment as a 4 hour Ridge Run. The target … Continue reading →

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Microdosing Training to Enhance Adaption to Training

Posted on January 1, 2017 by Bridger Ridge Run

Can you improve fitness by injecting frequent small doses of activity into your training regime? I am going to steal the term “microdosing” from the drug culture and apply it to training. Microdosing training is the concept of improving fitness … Continue reading →

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