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Ep35: Rachel smashes the Grand Union Canal 145 (GUCR145)
Ep35: Rachel smashes the Grand Union Canal 145 (GUCR145)
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61 minutes
Released:
Jul 1, 2021
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The Grand Union Canal Race (GUCR145) is a legendary 145 mile continuous race from Gas Street Basin in Birmingham, to Little Venice in London, entirely on the canal towpath.
Most people try and complete a few 100 milers before even considering signing up. The distance is a real challenge and even experienced runners struggle, with a DNF rate typically of 50%.
Rachel isn’t most people, and with a longest run of 70 miles decided to enter a race twice that distance, without a coach, balancing training around work and family, during lockdown. With few opportunities for training races this was a huge undertaking and a huge test of determination.
Hear how she got on, why you might consider a nutrition coach, and her glowing review of Milton Keynes towpath at night!
Reminder that my second book “Ducking Long Way” is out for pre-order on Amazon and includes my adventure on the GUCR145:
https://www.amazon.co.uk/Ducking-Long-Way-Ultra-Running/dp/1913207587
For more irreverent running nonsense head to www.runlikeduck.co.uk
For the race head to http://www.canalrace.org.uk/
Most people try and complete a few 100 milers before even considering signing up. The distance is a real challenge and even experienced runners struggle, with a DNF rate typically of 50%.
Rachel isn’t most people, and with a longest run of 70 miles decided to enter a race twice that distance, without a coach, balancing training around work and family, during lockdown. With few opportunities for training races this was a huge undertaking and a huge test of determination.
Hear how she got on, why you might consider a nutrition coach, and her glowing review of Milton Keynes towpath at night!
Reminder that my second book “Ducking Long Way” is out for pre-order on Amazon and includes my adventure on the GUCR145:
https://www.amazon.co.uk/Ducking-Long-Way-Ultra-Running/dp/1913207587
For more irreverent running nonsense head to www.runlikeduck.co.uk
For the race head to http://www.canalrace.org.uk/
Released:
Jul 1, 2021
Format:
Podcast episode
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