MidPacker Pod Field Notes – Ep 002 | 9 Weeks to Hellbender: Finishing the Tempo Block and Starting the Endurance Phase
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MidPacker Pod – Field Notes Ep 2
Title: Nine Weeks to Hellbender
With nine weeks until the Hellbender 100, Troy Meadows checks in on his training as he finishes a tempo block and begins the endurance phase.
In this episode of MidPacker Field Notes, Troy shares snow day miles in Asheville, plans for a mini training camp, trail work at Snooks Nose, fueling strategies, and a shoutout to a listener preparing for her first ultra.
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“It’s not about what you do on a daily basis, it’s about how you’re stacking and showing up consistently over a really long time horizon.”
In Episode 2 of MidPacker Field Notes, Troy Meadows shares a quick update on his Hellbender 100 training. With nine weeks to race day, he reflects on finishing a tempo block and shifting into endurance-focused training.
Troy previews an upcoming mini training camp designed to simulate race fatigue and dial in pacing, fueling, and gear. He also shares updates from a Snooks Nose trail work day and explains why the original Hellbender course may still be another year away from returning.
Training Highlights
Tempo block complete
Key workout: 4 x 10 minute uphill intervals
Nine weeks until Hellbender 100
Mini training camp planned six weeks out
TrainingPeaks used to structure training
Fueling with Hyperlyte Liquid Performance
Recovery supported with PlayOn Relief Pods
Community Shoutout
Olivia Farr – preparing for her first 55K and the Mount Mitchell Heartbreaker after returning to running following pregnancy.
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