You Cannot Always Run At Your Best.

I Believe You'll Develop Speed Via Strength Work Which Includes Hill Running, Either Repeats, Or Running Hilly Courses As The Kenyans Do On A Steady Basis

I Also Feel It Usually Takes Four Or Five Races To Hit Your Best Marathon For Your Body To Be Accustomed To The Training And The Race Itself.

Good Health, Peace Of Mind, Being Outdoors, Camaraderie - Those Are All Wonderful Things That Come To You When Running. But For Me, The Real Pull Of Running - The Proverbial Icing On The Cake - Has Always Been Racing.

Hills Are Terrific For Running

Always Take The Long Term View And Train And Race Smart, With A Bit Of Caution.