Looking to PR at any distance? You can steal the strategies that helped Kipchoge break two hours in the marathon.
When the INEOS team sought out a spot for the attempt, they knew it had to stay within two time zones of Kipchoge—per his request—and close to sea level. From there, the most important consideration was the weather. Ideal conditions for Kipchoge’s physiology were between 45 to 57 Fahrenheit with humidity below 80 percent, no rain, and little wind.
Of course, you can’t control what race day brings. But if you’re aiming for a fast time, scout historical data to find an event with average temperatures around 40 to 50 degrees, where most runners perform best. If the day dawns warmer or more humid than you’d hoped, adjust your goal, says Ketchell. Slow your starting pace, drink cold fluids, step away from other runners to catch a sweat-evaporating breeze, and stay in the shade when possible.Once they narrowed down potential cities, Ketchell and his team next had to find a venue. The Formula 1 racetrack in Monza boasted an ideal surface, but they wanted fewer curves and undulations. The Prater’s flat, tree-lined straightaway fit the bill.
Another key factor? Local officials allowed them space and time to tinker. “They wanted us to be there,” he says. Ketchell spent 80 percent of his time in Vienna between June and October, remeasuring the course 15 times and fine-tuning each aspect. You don’t have to make course recon your part-time job, but a little research goes a long way. Topography matters—if you choose a hilly course, you’ll need to train for it—but it isn’t the only issue, Ketchell says. Less-tangible factors like familiarity with the local area and a well-organized operation—think plenty of well-stocked aid stations and clear on-course directions—are also worth considering.
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