How to prepare for the insane elevation gain of the Diagonale des Fous?

D+, more D+, always D+
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How to prepare for the insane elevation gain of the Diagonale des Fous?

Get ready for the elevation gain of the Diagonale des Fous by stacking D+ in training, with long runs of 6 to 8 hours on technical terrain. Focus especially on descents, which shred the quads, add mountain blocks, night runs, and a nutrition strategy tested in advance.