ROAD2LONDON REPORT 🇬🇧 +2 miles to get to 17miles and took 20 seconds off my average pace. 🔑🔑🔑 For Me: 🔑1: GLYCOGEN SURPLUS @cleansimplefit JJ Peterson taught me this week about the importance of building glycogen storage before a workout that is 2hrs+. He suggested starting 3 days before and consider adding 50-100g of carbs above my avg. I’m typically low carb but I could definitely feel the difference. MAJOR 🔑 2: SLEEP 😴 Sounds simple but I went into my last long run with major sleep debt. I’ve always struggled with sleep but this week I worked to build into a better recovery. MAJOR 🔑3: COACHING -Lucky to be a part of #Rideoutstrong with @ken_rideout giving weekly doses of wisdom @theamshakeout Mario Fraioli doing the programming and @toddanderson42_ doing the strength training. Great coaches make a difference—I used to be too proud or rationalize why I didn’t need help. I’m an athlete—I should be able to figure it out. Once you have a coach you’re eliminating your excuses. This has reminded me the value of what coaches bring—support, adjustment, accountability and confidence. Other +++: - I placed a midway stop to grab a water and get a good luck hug from my momma @mamachecks - @shokzusa Trekz headphones. My friend @danielgcox introduced me to these and I had an ear infection last week—(likely from AirPods). I pulled these back out and I’m not going back. - @cleansimpleeats new Energy and Hydrate. I took these 30mins before leaving and they are unreal. - @kreaturesofhabit by my buddy @michaelchernow . I eat this about 45-60m before I leave. It’s perfect. Digests easily, ~330 calories and a perfect blend of fat, protein and carbs to start the day. Seriously amazing. - @rhone swift collection is something I pressure test seriously. I’ve tried every running collection on the market and I would put it against any. - Post run @icebarrel always a necessity - Running for a cause—I’m running this marathon to raise money for @releaserecoveryfoundation LINK IN BIO. Thank you everyone for the support. Means the 🌎 ✌️