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Last One Standing
A Trail Racing Experience Like No Other
For most races, there’s a clear endpoint—a set distance we train for, visualize, and break down with familiar markers like “just five loops of the track” or “a parkrun to go.” Last One Standing (L1S) was something different.
Twelve hours. Maximum distance around a 7.5 km loop. On technical trails. With a steep climb and descent right in the middle. The excitement was palpable as we arrived at the Hub in Hatta that morning. Runners from all across Dubai’s trail running community had gathered, and InnerFight Endurance (IFE) was no different—we had ten runners in the race. For some, it was a training opportunity for bigger events later in the season; for others, it was their first trail race ever!
3, 2, 1…GO! We were off. The humidity was high, and as it eventually subsided, the sun came in strong, turning up the heat. Conditions got tougher, and it was amazing to watch how our athletes adjusted. They simply adapted—no complaints, no defeatist comments, just smiles and determination.
Loop after loop passed, and the IFE gazebo became a pitstop oasis. Jamie and Jeff, who had given up their day to support us, kept everything running smoothly. Bottles were changed, food supplies were restocked, and before we knew it, they had us back on the course for "just one more loop."
As the final hour approached and the sun began to set, I was time-capped halfway around the course at the highest point, marked by an illuminated “HATTA” sign. There, I met Fahad, who had just completed his first trail race. He’d covered nearly 58 km and looked as fresh as he did at the start.
When we returned to the start/finish area, hugs, high-fives, and stories filled the air. It’s funny—nobody cared how far anyone ran. It wasn’t about the distance; it was about the experience. We shared stories of climbs, descents, funny falls, nutrition mishaps, and everything in between. It’s that shared depth of experience that makes trail and ultra racing so unique and fulfilling.
This is why I love trail racing, ultra-racing, and the community we build around it. It makes us better athletes, yes, but also better humans. Every race, every loop, and every shared moment makes us all just a little better at life.
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ENGINE
We are going to mix things up a bit this week, varying modalities, time frames and distances designed to push your aerobic capacity.
GYMNASTICS
To kick things off, we will spend some time on Pull-ups and chest-to-bar pull-ups before we move off the rig and onto the floor as we look to break down and develop the Handstand Walk.
HYROX
Working on compromised running this week. Running consistently strong when there is nothing left in your legs is a key skill in Hyrox.
MOBILITY
Improving your overhead mobility will show you how to improve not only flexibility but also stability using a few key exercises that you can do in your own time.
PURE STRENGTH
In Pure Strength this week, we will kick the week off with a mixture of paused and unpaused back squats, followed by some heavy single-leg work. Wednesday sees us continue our progression on the strict press and the stationary dips.
WEIGHTLIFTING
This week in weightlifting we focus on the power snatch and hang power snatch with a series of complexes followed by some EMOM percentage work
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Track Tuesday
The purpose of this workout is to develop threshold speed. To do this we’re running through 3X800m into 2X400m finishing with a final best effort over 800m, then repeating the whole set again!
Start time: 05:59 am
Session Length: 1 hour
Location: InnerFight
Wednesday Ride
This Wednesday we’re going to put your legs through some climbing efforts and then finish with some maximum power sprints.
Start time: 05:59 am
Session Length: 1.5 hour
Location: Bottom of the stick
Friday, The Coffee Run
The ‘in’ word within endurance is fatigue resistance; and today we look to benchmark it. With 2 maximum efforts at the start and end of the set with a steadier middle section, we’ll be able to track your drop-off. A great set for anyone wanting to get better this winter!
Start time: 05:59 am
Session Length: 1 hour
Location: Common Grounds, Jumeirah Beach Track
Friday, Sea Swim
With Salalah and T100 just around the corner, we again take to the seas to practice race-specific skills for open-water swimming.
Start time: 06:19 am
Session Length: 1 hour
Location: Common Grounds, Jumeirah Beach Track
Saturday Ride
This week we take on the second extension, with some 3-minute and 1-minute turns as a group. We’ll cover around 85km or fun riding. Come along to start your weekend right!
Start time: 05:59 am
Session Length: 3 hour
Location: Bottom of the stick
Please note that there is no Monday and Wednesday session this week. LRC Unlimited Clients, your TrainingPeaks are still programmed.
Tuesday
Time: 5:59am
Location: InnerFight
Session: Track Tuesday
This week we have a selection of 800s and 400s for you. Come ready to run fast with InnerFight Endurance community and coaching team.
Friday
Time: 5:59am
Location: Kite Beach
Session: The Coffee Run
Today we are looking at your durability. The session is book ended with hard efforts, to see how your duratlity is at the end of a middle block of easy running. This is a great session to test as the weather gets better and then test again in the coming month, after stacking some more consistency in your training.
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Monday:
Strength:
Pull Ups and Dumbell Bench Press
Conditioning:
Amrap 20
Car Park sandbag bear hug carry
10 hand-release push-ups
10 pull-ups
Half park run
Tuesday:
Strength:
Front Squats
Conditioning:
In a 3 minute window
10 Dual KB front squats (2x 20/16)
30/25/20 cal Row
AMRAP wall balls
Rest 2 mins x 5
Wednesday:
Strength:
A) Power Clean + Hang Power Clean
B) Clean Complex + Wall Walks
Conditioning:
FOR TIME
3-6-9 Power clean
2-4-6 wall walks
into
9-12-15 Power Clean
9-12-15 Burpee over bar
Thursday:
Strength:
KB Single Leg Deadlifts + Arch Holds
Conditioning:
EMOM 16
Min 1 - 20 alt DB hang snatch (50/35)
Min 2 - 20/15 box jump over
Min 3 -18/15/12/9 Cal assault bike
Min 4 - Rest
Friday:
Conditioning:
Another spicy Friday to end the week, and then we finish together with a Durante Special!
For most races, there’s a clear endpoint—a set distance we train for, visualize, and break down with familiar markers like “just five loops of the track” or “a parkrun to go.” Last One Standing (L1S) was something different.
Twelve hours. Maximum distance around a 7.5 km loop. On technical trails. With a steep climb and descent right in the middle. The excitement was palpable as we arrived at the Hub in Hatta that morning. Runners from all across Dubai’s trail running community had gathered, and InnerFight Endurance (IFE) was no different—we had ten runners in the race. For some, it was a training opportunity for bigger events later in the season; for others, it was their first trail race ever!
3, 2, 1…GO! We were off. The humidity was high, and as it eventually subsided, the sun came in strong, turning up the heat. Conditions got tougher, and it was amazing to watch how our athletes adjusted. They simply adapted—no complaints, no defeatist comments, just smiles and determination.
Loop after loop passed, and the IFE gazebo became a pitstop oasis. Jamie and Jeff, who had given up their day to support us, kept everything running smoothly. Bottles were changed, food supplies were restocked, and before we knew it, they had us back on the course for "just one more loop."
As the final hour approached and the sun began to set, I was time-capped halfway around the course at the highest point, marked by an illuminated “HATTA” sign. There, I met Fahad, who had just completed his first trail race. He’d covered nearly 58 km and looked as fresh as he did at the start.
When we returned to the start/finish area, hugs, high-fives, and stories filled the air. It’s funny—nobody cared how far anyone ran. It wasn’t about the distance; it was about the experience. We shared stories of climbs, descents, funny falls, nutrition mishaps, and everything in between. It’s that shared depth of experience that makes trail and ultra racing so unique and fulfilling.
This is why I love trail racing, ultra-racing, and the community we build around it. It makes us better athletes, yes, but also better humans. Every race, every loop, and every shared moment makes us all just a little better at life.
Track Tuesday
The purpose of this workout is to develop threshold speed. To do this we’re running through 3X800m into 2X400m finishing with a final best effort over 800m, then repeating the whole set again!
Start time: 05:59 am
Session Length: 1 hour
Location: InnerFight
Wednesday Ride
This Wednesday we’re going to put your legs through some climbing efforts and then finish with some maximum power sprints.
Start time: 05:59 am
Session Length: 1.5 hour
Location: Bottom of the stick
Friday, The Coffee Run
The ‘in’ word within endurance is fatigue resistance; and today we look to benchmark it. With 2 maximum efforts at the start and end of the set with a steadier middle section, we’ll be able to track your drop-off. A great set for anyone wanting to get better this winter!
Start time: 05:59 am
Session Length: 1 hour
Location: Common Grounds, Jumeirah Beach Track
Friday, Sea Swim
With Salalah and T100 just around the corner, we again take to the seas to practice race-specific skills for open-water swimming.
Start time: 06:19 am
Session Length: 1 hour
Location: Common Grounds, Jumeirah Beach Track
Saturday Ride
This week we take on the second extension, with some 3-minute and 1-minute turns as a group. We’ll cover around 85km or fun riding. Come along to start your weekend right!
Start time: 05:59 am
Session Length: 3 hour
Location: Bottom of the stick
Please note that there is no Monday and Wednesday session this week. LRC Unlimited Clients, your TrainingPeaks are still programmed.
Tuesday
Time: 5:59am
Location: InnerFight
Session: Track Tuesday
This week we have a selection of 800s and 400s for you. Come ready to run fast with InnerFight Endurance community and coaching team.
Friday
Time: 5:59am
Location: Kite Beach
Session: The Coffee Run
Today we are looking at your durability. The session is book ended with hard efforts, to see how your duratlity is at the end of a middle block of easy running. This is a great session to test as the weather gets better and then test again in the coming month, after stacking some more consistency in your training.
Monday:
Strength:
Pull Ups and Dumbell Bench Press
Conditioning:
Amrap 20
Car Park sandbag bear hug carry
10 hand-release push-ups
10 pull-ups
Half park run
Tuesday:
Strength:
Front Squats
Conditioning:
In a 3 minute window
10 Dual KB front squats (2x 20/16)
30/25/20 cal Row
AMRAP wall balls
Rest 2 mins x 5
Wednesday:
Strength:
A) Power Clean + Hang Power Clean
B) Clean Complex + Wall Walks
Conditioning:
FOR TIME
3-6-9 Power clean
2-4-6 wall walks
into
9-12-15 Power Clean
9-12-15 Burpee over bar
Thursday:
Strength:
KB Single Leg Deadlifts + Arch Holds
Conditioning:
EMOM 16
Min 1 - 20 alt DB hang snatch (50/35)
Min 2 - 20/15 box jump over
Min 3 -18/15/12/9 Cal assault bike
Min 4 - Rest
Friday:
Conditioning:
Another spicy Friday to end the week, and then we finish together with a Durante Special!
ENGINE
We are going to mix things up a bit this week, varying modalities, time frames and distances designed to push your aerobic capacity.
GYMNASTICS
To kick things off, we will spend some time on Pull-ups and chest-to-bar pull-ups before we move off the rig and onto the floor as we look to break down and develop the Handstand Walk.
HYROX
Working on compromised running this week. Running consistently strong when there is nothing left in your legs is a key skill in Hyrox.
MOBILITY
Improving your overhead mobility will show you how to improve not only flexibility but also stability using a few key exercises that you can do in your own time.
PURE STRENGTH
In Pure Strength this week, we will kick the week off with a mixture of paused and unpaused back squats, followed by some heavy single-leg work. Wednesday sees us continue our progression on the strict press and the stationary dips.
WEIGHTLIFTING
This week in weightlifting we focus on the power snatch and hang power snatch with a series of complexes followed by some EMOM percentage work
For most races, there’s a clear endpoint—a set distance we train for, visualize, and break down with familiar markers like “just five loops of the track” or “a parkrun to go.” Last One Standing (L1S) was something different.
Twelve hours. Maximum distance around a 7.5 km loop. On technical trails. With a steep climb and descent right in the middle. The excitement was palpable as we arrived at the Hub in Hatta that morning. Runners from all across Dubai’s trail running community had gathered, and InnerFight Endurance (IFE) was no different—we had ten runners in the race. For some, it was a training opportunity for bigger events later in the season; for others, it was their first trail race ever!
3, 2, 1…GO! We were off. The humidity was high, and as it eventually subsided, the sun came in strong, turning up the heat. Conditions got tougher, and it was amazing to watch how our athletes adjusted. They simply adapted—no complaints, no defeatist comments, just smiles and determination.
Loop after loop passed, and the IFE gazebo became a pitstop oasis. Jamie and Jeff, who had given up their day to support us, kept everything running smoothly. Bottles were changed, food supplies were restocked, and before we knew it, they had us back on the course for "just one more loop."
As the final hour approached and the sun began to set, I was time-capped halfway around the course at the highest point, marked by an illuminated “HATTA” sign. There, I met Fahad, who had just completed his first trail race. He’d covered nearly 58 km and looked as fresh as he did at the start.
When we returned to the start/finish area, hugs, high-fives, and stories filled the air. It’s funny—nobody cared how far anyone ran. It wasn’t about the distance; it was about the experience. We shared stories of climbs, descents, funny falls, nutrition mishaps, and everything in between. It’s that shared depth of experience that makes trail and ultra racing so unique and fulfilling.
This is why I love trail racing, ultra-racing, and the community we build around it. It makes us better athletes, yes, but also better humans. Every race, every loop, and every shared moment makes us all just a little better at life.
Please note that there is no Monday and Wednesday session this week. LRC Unlimited Clients, your TrainingPeaks are still programmed.
Tuesday
Time: 5:59am
Location: InnerFight
Session: Track Tuesday
This week we have a selection of 800s and 400s for you. Come ready to run fast with InnerFight Endurance community and coaching team.
Friday
Time: 5:59am
Location: Kite Beach
Session: The Coffee Run
Today we are looking at your durability. The session is book ended with hard efforts, to see how your duratlity is at the end of a middle block of easy running. This is a great session to test as the weather gets better and then test again in the coming month, after stacking some more consistency in your training.
Monday:
Strength:
Pull Ups and Dumbell Bench Press
Conditioning:
Amrap 20
Car Park sandbag bear hug carry
10 hand-release push-ups
10 pull-ups
Half park run
Tuesday:
Strength:
Front Squats
Conditioning:
In a 3 minute window
10 Dual KB front squats (2x 20/16)
30/25/20 cal Row
AMRAP wall balls
Rest 2 mins x 5
Wednesday:
Strength:
A) Power Clean + Hang Power Clean
B) Clean Complex + Wall Walks
Conditioning:
FOR TIME
3-6-9 Power clean
2-4-6 wall walks
into
9-12-15 Power Clean
9-12-15 Burpee over bar
Thursday:
Strength:
KB Single Leg Deadlifts + Arch Holds
Conditioning:
EMOM 16
Min 1 - 20 alt DB hang snatch (50/35)
Min 2 - 20/15 box jump over
Min 3 -18/15/12/9 Cal assault bike
Min 4 - Rest
Friday:
Conditioning:
Another spicy Friday to end the week, and then we finish together with a Durante Special!
ENGINE
We are going to mix things up a bit this week, varying modalities, time frames and distances designed to push your aerobic capacity.
GYMNASTICS
To kick things off, we will spend some time on Pull-ups and chest-to-bar pull-ups before we move off the rig and onto the floor as we look to break down and develop the Handstand Walk.
HYROX
Working on compromised running this week. Running consistently strong when there is nothing left in your legs is a key skill in Hyrox.
MOBILITY
Improving your overhead mobility will show you how to improve not only flexibility but also stability using a few key exercises that you can do in your own time.
PURE STRENGTH
In Pure Strength this week, we will kick the week off with a mixture of paused and unpaused back squats, followed by some heavy single-leg work. Wednesday sees us continue our progression on the strict press and the stationary dips.
WEIGHTLIFTING
This week in weightlifting we focus on the power snatch and hang power snatch with a series of complexes followed by some EMOM percentage work
Track Tuesday
The purpose of this workout is to develop threshold speed. To do this we’re running through 3X800m into 2X400m finishing with a final best effort over 800m, then repeating the whole set again!
Start time: 05:59 am
Session Length: 1 hour
Location: InnerFight
Wednesday Ride
This Wednesday we’re going to put your legs through some climbing efforts and then finish with some maximum power sprints.
Start time: 05:59 am
Session Length: 1.5 hour
Location: Bottom of the stick
Friday, The Coffee Run
The ‘in’ word within endurance is fatigue resistance; and today we look to benchmark it. With 2 maximum efforts at the start and end of the set with a steadier middle section, we’ll be able to track your drop-off. A great set for anyone wanting to get better this winter!
Start time: 05:59 am
Session Length: 1 hour
Location: Common Grounds, Jumeirah Beach Track
Friday, Sea Swim
With Salalah and T100 just around the corner, we again take to the seas to practice race-specific skills for open-water swimming.
Start time: 06:19 am
Session Length: 1 hour
Location: Common Grounds, Jumeirah Beach Track
Saturday Ride
This week we take on the second extension, with some 3-minute and 1-minute turns as a group. We’ll cover around 85km or fun riding. Come along to start your weekend right!
Start time: 05:59 am
Session Length: 3 hour
Location: Bottom of the stick
For most races, there’s a clear endpoint—a set distance we train for, visualize, and break down with familiar markers like “just five loops of the track” or “a parkrun to go.” Last One Standing (L1S) was something different.
Twelve hours. Maximum distance around a 7.5 km loop. On technical trails. With a steep climb and descent right in the middle. The excitement was palpable as we arrived at the Hub in Hatta that morning. Runners from all across Dubai’s trail running community had gathered, and InnerFight Endurance (IFE) was no different—we had ten runners in the race. For some, it was a training opportunity for bigger events later in the season; for others, it was their first trail race ever!
3, 2, 1…GO! We were off. The humidity was high, and as it eventually subsided, the sun came in strong, turning up the heat. Conditions got tougher, and it was amazing to watch how our athletes adjusted. They simply adapted—no complaints, no defeatist comments, just smiles and determination.
Loop after loop passed, and the IFE gazebo became a pitstop oasis. Jamie and Jeff, who had given up their day to support us, kept everything running smoothly. Bottles were changed, food supplies were restocked, and before we knew it, they had us back on the course for "just one more loop."
As the final hour approached and the sun began to set, I was time-capped halfway around the course at the highest point, marked by an illuminated “HATTA” sign. There, I met Fahad, who had just completed his first trail race. He’d covered nearly 58 km and looked as fresh as he did at the start.
When we returned to the start/finish area, hugs, high-fives, and stories filled the air. It’s funny—nobody cared how far anyone ran. It wasn’t about the distance; it was about the experience. We shared stories of climbs, descents, funny falls, nutrition mishaps, and everything in between. It’s that shared depth of experience that makes trail and ultra racing so unique and fulfilling.
This is why I love trail racing, ultra-racing, and the community we build around it. It makes us better athletes, yes, but also better humans. Every race, every loop, and every shared moment makes us all just a little better at life.
For most races, there’s a clear endpoint—a set distance we train for, visualize, and break down with familiar markers like “just five loops of the track” or “a parkrun to go.” Last One Standing (L1S) was something different.
Twelve hours. Maximum distance around a 7.5 km loop. On technical trails. With a steep climb and descent right in the middle. The excitement was palpable as we arrived at the Hub in Hatta that morning. Runners from all across Dubai’s trail running community had gathered, and InnerFight Endurance (IFE) was no different—we had ten runners in the race. For some, it was a training opportunity for bigger events later in the season; for others, it was their first trail race ever!
3, 2, 1…GO! We were off. The humidity was high, and as it eventually subsided, the sun came in strong, turning up the heat. Conditions got tougher, and it was amazing to watch how our athletes adjusted. They simply adapted—no complaints, no defeatist comments, just smiles and determination.
Loop after loop passed, and the IFE gazebo became a pitstop oasis. Jamie and Jeff, who had given up their day to support us, kept everything running smoothly. Bottles were changed, food supplies were restocked, and before we knew it, they had us back on the course for "just one more loop."
As the final hour approached and the sun began to set, I was time-capped halfway around the course at the highest point, marked by an illuminated “HATTA” sign. There, I met Fahad, who had just completed his first trail race. He’d covered nearly 58 km and looked as fresh as he did at the start.
When we returned to the start/finish area, hugs, high-fives, and stories filled the air. It’s funny—nobody cared how far anyone ran. It wasn’t about the distance; it was about the experience. We shared stories of climbs, descents, funny falls, nutrition mishaps, and everything in between. It’s that shared depth of experience that makes trail and ultra racing so unique and fulfilling.
This is why I love trail racing, ultra-racing, and the community we build around it. It makes us better athletes, yes, but also better humans. Every race, every loop, and every shared moment makes us all just a little better at life.
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