Episode 34: Cocodona Training Camp: Trail Running over 3 days

In this episode of Dirt Nap Diaries, I’m breaking down my big Cocodona 250 training weekend where I did 3 back to back to back long runs on course, including the first section out of Black Canyon City, Hangover Trail in Sedona, and the climb up Elden near the end of the race.Some things went really well. Some things got weird. And all of it gave me exactly what I needed.I talk about what happens when fatigue stacks, how heat changes everything, what I learned about carrying way more water than usual, why fueling gets harder when you need it most, and how fear of heights very much showed up for me on Hangover Trail. I also get into the stuff people don’t always talk about, like staying in the van by myself, figuring things out on the fly, and how those “little” uncomfortable moments build confidence too.If you’re training for an ultra, a trail race, or just trying to do hard things while still being a whole-ass human in real life, this one’s for you.In this episode, I talk about: • What 3 back to back to back long runs taught me • Why seeing the course matters more than just reading about it • Heat, hydration, electrolytes, and carrying enough water • Fueling when you do not feel like eating • Fear, Hangover Trail, and moving through it anyway • Why short breaks can completely change how you feel • How fatigue stacking helps expose problems before race day • The mental side of solo time, van life, and figuring shit out • Why recovery means eating, drinking, and not trying to shrink yourself after a big effortEnjoying the show?If this episode resonated, share it with a friend. Make sure you’re following or subscribed so you don’t miss future episodes. Ratings and reviews help more than you know.Follow me on InstagramVisit my website: www.sunrisetrailscoaching.comWant to work together? Learn about 1:1 CoachingFree guide: What’s In My Pack? Download here