With races like the Arizona Monster and Cocodona 250 bringing overnight running into focus, this episode tackles a common question: should you train for sleep deprivation?
Short answer: no.
Sleep deprivation isn’t a trainable skill. It doesn’t improve performance and it comes with real downsides like poor decision-making, slower reaction time, increased injury risk, and reduced recovery.
Instead, focus on what does help:
Build skills (running in the dark, using your gear, managing effort, mental toughness)
Get strategic exposure (early mornings, post-sunset runs, occasional overnight efforts without forcing sleep loss)
We also cover how to handle the “witching hour” (2–5 AM) and why being well-rested, fueled, and properly tapered matters more than trying to “practice” exhaustion.
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