I agree with Mike Collins that the physical preparation is the key to increasing endurance. I have always felt that to get in shape for your sport is to do your sport! There is no substitute for mileage and vertical on a regular basis. Aerobic training (running, biking, hiking) during the week will improve and keep your "wind" up. Weight training is also important for helping to build up endurance in your legs, and exercising those opposing muscle groups (sore knees? try leg extensions and hamstring curls).
But the best physical conditioning in the world won't get you over 30 miles and 10,000 feet in a day without a good supply of fuel (food). The right kinds of foods, and a balanced variety of foods, plus plenty of liquids, will help you beat "the bonk".
Best sports drink: Frozen concentrate orange juice. It has more calories and carbohydrates than gatorade! I put one of those suckas in my water bladder and make sure I take a sip every 15 minutes when I am out there. It keeps me going!
Damian, as long as you've still got the bowling ball, the telephone booth, and the stained glass candle lantern (not kidding about the last one), you're OK with me.
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