UltraMarathon Training & Racing Tips

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13 Ultramarathon Race Day Ailments & Injuries: Prevention, Treatment, & When to Push Through
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Balancing CrossFit Training & Ultra Running - Can It Be Done?
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An Ultrarunner’s Guide to Running While Pregnant
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55+ Best Trail & Ultra Running Documentaries for Ultimate Inspiration
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(Free) 200 Mile Ultramarathon Training Plan & Guide
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The Pros & Cons of Running with Trekking Poles
If you're new to the trail and ultra scene, you may be wondering if you should invest in a pair of trekking poles. Let's break down - just like a Z-pole - the pros and cons to running with trekking poles.
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8 Trail Running Safety Tips All Runners Should Know
One of the best ways to take the intimidation out of trail running, is to make sure you are taking all of the appropriate measures to keep yourself safe. In this post, we'll cover 8 basic trail running safety tips that every runner should know and practice, every single time they hit the trails.
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Top 9 Causes of Nausea in Ultrarunning (& How to Avoid Runner's Stomach Issues)
Every ultrarunners know that fueling is non-negotiable during an ultramarathon. But when runner's stomach issues hit, it can be hard to keep fueling. So what's an ultrarunner to do?
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Overreaching vs Overtraining in Runners: Running Burnout Explained
Overreaching and overtraining in runners are often used synonymously to describe a feeling of training burnout. But it's important to know they aren't the same. In this post, we’ll dive deeper into the idea of running burnout, the difference between functional and nonfunctional overtraining, and what overtraining syndrome really entails. And hopefully, I’ll leave you with enough information that you can successfully avoid two of the three.
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Ultrarunning & Caffeine: Pre & Race Day Supplementation Strategies Explained
Understanding the relationship between caffeine and ultrarunning. Answering questions like: how much caffeine should I take during a 100 miler? How often should I take it? And should I cutback on caffeine before the race, so it feels more effective?
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What is Palate Fatigue, and How Can Ultrarunners Avoid It?
Palate fatigue, specifically in ultrarunners, is the loss of desire to eat a particular food or drink, and typically occurs when you eat the same thing over and over. Which, of course, is a common occurrence in an ultramarathon, where the eating seemingly never stops. While this may seem like a trivial ailment to outsiders, palate fatigue can send off a chain reaction of negative effects that could potentially ruin an ultrarunner’s race.
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THE BEST SHOES FOR ULTRAMARATHON: 8+ ULTRA SPECIFIC SHOE CONSIDERATIONS
If you’re getting ready to make the leap from the traditional road racing world to ultramarathon distances, you’re probably wondering what the best shoes for ultramarathon distances might be. Do you need a special shoe for ultra distances? Or will your regular road or trail shoes do the trick?
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VO2 Max Interval Running Workouts for Ultrarunners: Why & How to Incorporate Intervals Into Training
It's no secret that the majority of athletes who are attracted to the sport of ultrarunning tend to enjoy and prefer the endless hours of long, slow, aerobic pacing. But there are plenty of benefits of interval running workouts for ultrarunners. And if you're looking to improve your runner performance, these should absolutely be incorporated into your training. This post will explain why
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Strength Training for Trail and Ultra Runners: 11+ Pros, Cons, & Misconceptions Explained
In this post, we'll discuss the various pros and cons of strength training for trail and ultra runners, as well as address a few common misconceptions, so you can determine if combining weight lifting with your run training is right for you.
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Simplifying Strength Training for Ultrarunners: 7 Moves to Balance Lifting & Running
An in depth guide to strength training for ultrarunners that will help you understand how to effectively incorporate strength training into your ultramarathon training, and balance both lifting and running for race day success.