Ultramarathon Daily News | Wed, Apr 4

Do you supplement your ultramarathon training with crosstraining? David Roche breaks it all down here. I’ve done a lot of crosstraining…from swimming, weights, spinning, long distance hiking, cycling, etc. It’s ~~tough~~ impossible to break it all down, but inline skating kept me the strongest and improved my cardio like no other sport. (Reminder to myself to fix my wheels!)

Sam Robinson has a great (written) interview with Barkley loser John Burton. We interviewed John about his Hardrock run right here.

Powerful essay about a runner and her undiagnosed medical conditions that causes myriad bizarre symptoms. Any healthcare folks have any ideas?

I’m sure these sunglasses designed by Kilian are reasonably priced.

There’s nothing quite like an ultramarathon. (Especially when you’ve got 8 kids!)

Remember all those bananas that Zach Miller used to eat. Seems there was something to that.

It’s a bummer that I have to look at Rupp’s recent insane workout with my eyebrows arched so dramatically.

New episode dropping today. Stay tuned.

Short news day…what did I miss?

19 Responses to "Ultramarathon Daily News | Wed, Apr 4"

Daniel says:

April 4, 2018 at 7:23 am

I sure hope his thyroid is ok.

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Sabine says:

April 4, 2018 at 7:23 am

Another sad news: Bill Dooper, the “ultimate fan” has passed away today. RIP, Bill.

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Nelson says:

April 4, 2018 at 7:35 am

That Rupp workout is from 2013, isn’t it? Or is the link wrong?

I’m ambivalent about the whole NOP. So far nobody has tripped a test, nobody has been formally accused, and the only facts are a supposedly leaked report.

And we’re starting to see some guilt by association. If I remember correctly, Jordan Hasay’s name was nowhere in that report, yet her recent success has already been called into question.

I don’t know, something smells bad at NOP but there’s very little known to start pointing fingers. I get that neither Salazar nor Rupp are very sympathetic characters, but until proven guilty they deserve the benefit of the doubt.

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1. eric schranz says:
  
  April 4, 2018 at 7:38 am
  
  I can’t tell whether it’s from 2013 or Dec 2017.
  Lance didn’t trip a test, OJ’s knife was never found, and there’s enough circumstantial evidence to point fingers, as far as I’m concerned. His sketchy TUEs are enough for me.
  
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  1. Nelson says:
    
    April 4, 2018 at 7:57 am
    
    How do you feel about the Vapofly 4%? If they do indeed give an advantage, should they be banned?
    
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    1. eric schranz says:
      
      April 4, 2018 at 8:12 am
      
      It’s a fair question, but one that’s wrought with too much gray area to be able to compare. Just as there are rules against shoes with springs, I suppose an argument could be made to ban that particular model of VaporFlys.
      
      My problem with AlSal is multifaceted and I suppose emotionally based. If he we just pushing the limits of what’s acceptable, I could get past it. I appreciate and understand the desire and drive to win. But, like Lance, AlSal also violates URP’s First Rule of Running: Don’t be a dick. His antics put athlete’s careers–and lives–in jeopardy and that’s something I can’t get past.
      
      Do you think the 4%s should be banned?
      
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      1. Nelson says:
        
        April 4, 2018 at 8:45 am
        
        about the 4%: honestly, I don’t know. I don’t really buy into the claim of 4% less oxygen consuption (which was supposed to be when compared to the Streak 6). I don’t see elites being suddenly much faster. A lot of amateurs are supposedly getting PRs in the marathon and the half, but that could be a result of finally using a shoe with enough cushioning (a 3+ hours marathoner shouldn’t really race in the Adios or the Streak 6, that’s too little shoe for someone so slow — I’d be in this slow group, btw).
        
        What’s puzzling to me is why someone would want to run in a shoe they believe gives an advantage. Isn’t that like cheating yourself? Wouldn’t one rather a PR were a result of fitness and training?
        
        There has to be a line somewhere to ensure fair competition, but I don’t think the Vaporfly has crossed it.
        
        Back to NOP, my problem with it is that, so far, there’s no solid proof of any of it. To me, violating the spirit of the rule is just as bad as breaking the rule itself, and it seems AlSal is looking for performance gains in places that aren’t illegal yet but will be illegal if they’re shown to work. But, again, where’s the proof? A leaked report? How much credibility does that have?
        
        I’ll have to hold judgement for now.
Singletrack Guy says:

April 4, 2018 at 8:22 am

Didn’t Jager show up on as leaked list a while back? Why no skepticism when HE does something amazing? Jordan Hasay is doing some almost equally impressive things and is in NOP. Crickets. Nice of Rupp to take the heat for all the other elites, most of whom are certainly playing in the”gray areas”

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1. Singletrack Guy says:
  
  April 4, 2018 at 8:38 am
  
  Just to be clear, that’s a general statement not specifically aimed at you, Eric.
  
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2. Nelson says:
  
  April 4, 2018 at 8:48 am
  
  I’d argue Hasay is doing better than Rupp in the marathon.
  
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  1. Jimmy says:
    
    April 4, 2018 at 9:19 am
    
    I’m not sure if Rupp could be doing much better. He did just win Chicago…
    
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    1. Nelson says:
      
      April 4, 2018 at 9:49 am
      
      Well, Hasay’s marathon PR is better relative to women’s WR than Rupp’s. She’s the 2nd fastest American female over the marathon. Rupp? Hall, Ritz, Meb, Kannouchi, Salazar, Beardsley, etc. have faster PRs (I think Rupp’s 10th American).
      
      At Chicago Salazar aknowledged Hasay’s performance as the better of the two, even if she was 3rd and Rupp won.
      
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  2. eric schranz says:
    
    April 4, 2018 at 10:19 am
    
    Nobody who works with AlSal is beyond question.
    
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    1. Nelson says:
      
      April 4, 2018 at 11:37 am
      
      The way things are nowadays in professional sport, nobody is beyond question.
      
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    2. Singletrack Guy says:
      
      April 4, 2018 at 11:48 am
      
      I agree but I would extend that to every elite track and field athlete. I live in the Denver area and just the other day heard some coaches discussing a local super elite and peds. Jager was on a leaked list with Rupp and Mo I believe. I’m not sure you can compete for an Olympic or world championship and not be dipping into some gray areas. I’m supposed to believe Rupp is cheating but any other elite on or near his level not associated with NOP is doing it on granola, blueberries, and moxie? I’m a baseball fan, man, I’m not getting fooled twice lol.
      
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Todd says:

April 4, 2018 at 9:14 am

A good friends daughter has Orthostatic Tachycardia. Which is a severe drop in blood pressure during exercise.
That may be what this gal is experiencing.
Just one of the possible side effects of the HPV vaccine w/ the standard preservatives (if you read the small print).
So parents, request the one without that junk

Multiple full rides to college up in smoke

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Walter Phillips says:

April 4, 2018 at 10:29 am

Inline skating improved your cardio more than cycling? You were not riding the bike hard enough then. Cycling can really tax your heart and lungs to the max!

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John Burton says:

April 5, 2018 at 7:14 am

“Barkley loser John Burton”. LOL. I love it 🙂

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1. eric schranz says:
  
  April 5, 2018 at 7:16 am
  
  With all due respect, of course. 😉
  
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