Hi all! Welcome back to my running blog!
This morning started with the celebration of father’s day where my two daughters had made breakfast and all sort of handmade gifts - which was so lovely!
I have set my eyes on the Jungfrau marathon 2026. Which is basically a 1900m climb during the 42km race, with the climb being concentrated in the last 15 km. While I feel comfortable about the distance, I al well aware that I have loads of work to do with regards to the climb. The Netherlands is a pretty flat country (with 2 areas with some moderate hills) - my area is below sea level and can only exists due to the waterworks and dams that protect the land.
Therefore I am gradually adding more height meters in my training schedules - which is really challenging (and motivating) me to become better at this!
The run was basically alternating three variations of a climb. One of the climbs was a B3 grade technical route - which made me feel quite a beginner again (Fun!), the other route was more gradual- with the last route being somewhat in between.
This workout seems to become a core component of my schedule (one a week?) so I can really prepare myself for the Jungfrau!
Happy running <3