Great job on that training run! 951 meters of elevation gain isn't an easy thing to do, and you pulled it off nicely. Plus you got some great scenery along the way, and a great sunrise! Smart move on the hydration, but it does sound like a good idea to upgrade those shoes to something better suited for mountainous terrain. I know Hoka is a favorite brand of many runners, back when I did more running they never fit me well due to my wide feet! lol

Glad you had a nice start to the morning. Getting ready for this marathon will be a challenge, especially with the elevation change!

!PAKX