The duration of the base and easy runs will depend on your training history, and race distance. Fueling and hydration Fueling and hydration for an ultra are not much different from what you might normally do for a marathon. However, because the intensity is lower, some ultra-runners prefer ...
Thinking of your next ultra marathon? Here we map out the kit you'll need, the training to do, the food to eat and how to take on the big miles
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Studies have shown that static stretching prior to power or explosive activities can inhibit performance. For instance, static stretching reduces your maximum vertical leap and the amount of weight you can lift. This may make static stretching detrimental prior to training/competition for power lifters...
While we have done our best to make this plan customizable to fit a wide range of event lengths/vertical, it is not possible to accommodate every possibility. In cases where distance and vertical gain/loss do not fit your event please substitute hours as the way to ca...
Adapted with permission ofVeloPress from Training Essentials for Ultrarunningby Jason Koop, coach to elite ultramarathoners. In his book, Koop reveals his highly effective ultramarathon training methods for ultrarunners of all abilities. The world of ultrarunning is changing. People are starting to ...
Training How To Nail Two Big Back-To-Back Races A fast running ultra marathoner gives her best tips for focusing on more than one event per season. Allison Pattillo UpdatedOct 11, 2018 Health Simple Run-Happy Tips From An Ultrarunning Champ ...
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With the Nike Sport Band, for $49, you're getting an Apple-branded sports band for all sorts of terrain. Wear it while you track your progress for marathon training or while cooking and cleaning around the house. The band features six colors with flecks randomly strewn across. For added ...
When a marathon isn't enough, challenge your athletic limits with an ultra marathon. Here is your guide to ultra marathon races as well as tips and advice to help you conquer such a daunting distance.