Whether you are training for a high elevation race, adventure run or summit chasing, learning how to prevent and mitigate AMS can mean a more enjoyable and successful experience.
Spartan race

Training for the long road ahead: Tips and places to train for long ascent races
Back in 2010 I decided to run my first marathon. Unlike most people who pick an “easy”, flat road course, I decided to go the opposite direction and chose one of the toughest ones in the country: The Leadville Trail marathon.
With the starting line at over 10,000 feet, course elevation gain total over 7500 feet (including a 13er summit) and loose, rocky terrain I had my work cut out for me.
When race day arrived I thought I was prepared. I had been trail running for over 10 years at that point, fit in all my long runs and did several 14ers for high altitude training.
However, I distinctly remember my greatest weaknesses on the course: my power hiking skills and ability to run long, sustained climbs. I had done a ton of trail running to train but very little power hiking. “Why hike when I could run?”, I wrongly assessed.
OCR workout: Hanging out
This is a buddy workout. You need at least one other person to complete this workout or else plan on doing a TON of reps!If you have kids, no excuses! They can ride in the stroller, bike or run with you! Plan on 60-90 minutes for this one…
NEEDED:
- A running route that passes at least 2 playgrounds or parks. The further away the parks you choose, the longer/harder your workout!
- A bar or tree with a branch you can hang from
- Park bench
Warm-up and then……….
Run to the first park and complete the following with your partner (split the reps however you choose):
100 Tree donkey kicks*
75 Dips
50 Hanging knees to elbows
25
Lunge hops
Run to park #2 and complete the following (split the reps with your partner):
100 meter alligator crawl (do this one together)*
75 park bench box jumps (or step-ups for level 1)
50 Tree hugger situps*
25 burpee pop-ups or pullups
OPTION 1: Run home- great job!
OPTION 2: Run 1 mile away from the last park and back THEN repeat the entire workout in reverse (starting with the 25 burpee pop-ups and going up from there) before heading home. You are a rock star!