#027: How I Plan Not to Die Running the Hottest 100 Mile Race in Texas in 8 Days

In just 8 days I'm running the Habanero 100-mile ultramarathon — noon start, temperatures from 95 to 105°F, one of the hottest 100-milers in Texas. My goal is to win it. In this short, tactical episode I break down the seven strategies I'm using to survive and perform in that kind of heat — and how you can apply them to any hot-weather race or summer running.Here's what I cover:Ice bandana — using per-cooling to drop your skin temperature, one of the most science-backed ways to beat the heatArm sleeves — for holding ice and keeping the sun off your skin so it doesn't quietly drain you all dayWearing white to reflect the sun instead of absorbing itHydration — why I aim for 32 to 48 oz of water per hour, and how sweat testing helped me dial that number inSodium — targeting around 1,000 mg per liter of water to actually absorb what you drinkPacing — running conservative through the hottest hours, then going guns blazing after 7pmHeat training — running in the heat plus a post-run sauna protocol to build heat adaptation without overcooking your bodyShort, sweet, and straight to the point. Stay safe out there, and use the heat to make you stronger.New episodes drop every week — actionable training tips, race strategies, and stories from people doing extraordinary things. Subscribe so you don't miss one. And if you're ready to train with a plan built around YOUR race, send a DM to @pierceshowe on Instagram to learn more about coaching.Go out and run your race.