REVEL Canyon City

Jodi Ondrusek

2016 REVEL Canyon City Marathon
Published: Nov. 12, 2016, 4:42 p.m.

Overall Rating

4/5 Stars
Describe your race day.

One of the toughest races for me ... the scenery was amazing but I seriously underestimated the downhill impact on my body. I feel more beat up today than after any other race.
Did you PR?

No, unfortunately ... was really hoping for one based on the reviews but the downhill impact caused major issues for me.
How would you describe the course?

It's absolutely beautiful but for me, I don't think I would do a full marathon again with that intense downhill grade ... maybe the half!
Tell us about your training.

I was solid on training as far as pace work and long runs but clearly I did NOT do enough downhill training. I've ran 12 marathons and this felt the toughest as far as body impact ... hips, lower back, and quads all need more focus should I do a downhill course again.
What advice would you give future runners?

Race organization was great ... communication was awesome and it's a beautiful course BUT make sure you do significant downhill training and strengthen those quads for this type of grade.
What fun things did you do in the area before or after the race?

Just warmed up and tried to stay calm ... traveled from Texas