High mileage only works if your body can actually absorb it. For me, it wasn’t just running more—it was: \t•\tFueling properly before, during, and after workouts \t•\tBuilding mileage mostly through easy runs \t•\tStaying consistent with the small things (strength, mobility, recovery) Many runners increase mileage but hit survival mode because they: \t•\tDon’t run the right intensity for the day \t•\tDon’t eat enough to recover \t•\tTreat rehab/maintenance like optional extras High mileage isn’t