u/YounghoeKoo7

I’m looking for help or advice on training for my first 50K trail race, Woodstock 50K in Michigan.

I had originally been training for a road 30K and marathon this year, but I found out I have compartment syndrome in my lower leg. It tends to flare up badly when I do speed work or run faster than about 9:00/mile for long stretches. Because of that, I’m making the switch to ultra distances and trails. Honestly, I already like trail/ultra running more anyway, and the slower pace seems like a much better fit for me.

Right now I’m running about 37 miles per week, spread over 5 days, with a longest run of 15 miles. I also do 2 strength sessions per week.

I’d really appreciate any advice on:

• How to build from here toward a first 50K.
• What weekly mileage I should aim for.
• How long my long runs should get.
• Whether I should add back-to-back long runs.
• Any trail-specific training tips for a first-timer.

Thanks in advance — any help is appreciated.

I’m looking for help or advice on training for my first 50K trail race, Woodstock 50K in Michigan.

I had originally been training for a road 30K and marathon this year, but I found out I have compartment syndrome in my lower leg. It tends to flare up badly when I do speed work or run faster than about 9:00/mile for long stretches. Because of that, I’m making the switch to ultra distances and trails. Honestly, I already like trail/ultra running more anyway, and the slower pace seems like a much better fit for me.

Right now I’m running about 37 miles per week, spread over 5 days, with a longest run of 15 miles. I also do 2 strength sessions per week.

I’d really appreciate any advice on:

• How to build from here toward a first 50K.
• What weekly mileage I should aim for.
• How long my long runs should get.
• Whether I should add back-to-back long runs.
• Any trail-specific training tips for a first-timer.

Thanks in advance — any help is appreciated.