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I Ran 134 Miles And Lived To Tell About It – My Story Running A Race For The Ages
I successfully endured (and finished) this horrible, transformational, very bad, epic race! See what it’s like running A Race For The Ages in Manchester TN.
Running Gear & Accessories: 5 Items Under $30 To Make Your Running Better
Running can be expensive. Shoes, registration fees, headlamps, tents, fuel & hydration items, running gear & apparel – it all adds up! Here are 5 great buys
Planning A 100-Mile Race? What I Learned From My 100-Mile Holston River Endurance Challenge
I ran 100 miles in the Holston River Endurance Challenge. This 100 mile race was difficult, eye-opening, life-changing. See what I learned + My 5 best tips.
Trail Running Gear: How To Choose Tent For Your Personal Staging Area At Timed Ultramarathons
For timed ultramarathons you’ll need a tent as a personal staging area during the race. Here’s how to pick a tent for your trail running gear & support crew.
How To Achieve The Runner’s High (Or Not)
You’ve heard of the runners high, but have you experienced it yourself? Is it a fact or just an urban myth? Here’s what I’ve learned about the runner’s high
Want To Do A 24-Hour Run? Here’s What I Learned At Rockwood… My 24-Hour Trail Ultramarathon
The 24-hour run has become popular, so I’ve decided to share my best tips and recommendations based on my own experience running 24-hour ultramarathons.
Yes, It’s Ultrarunning But You Really Should Be Walking Some. Here’s Why You Need A Run-Walk Strategy
As an ultrarunner, once you get past the marathon and 50-mile distance, you need to add walking in your race strategy. Here’s how to run-walk effectively.
Running Is My Religion. Why Do You Run?
I started running many years ago, and never stopped. Running is my religion. Why do you run? What are your reasons? Here’s why I run.
Fastpacking Is A Cross Between Backpacking And Trail Running – Here’s How To Do It & Why You Should
On the one hand, every ultraruuner’s path is different. On the other hand, I have also seen a common progression that goes something like this: A runner trains and runs a half-marathon. They get a taste of long-distance running and seek the holy grail of the marathon. After running multiple marathons, they want a new […]
3 Ultrarunning Lessons I Learned From Phenom Ultrawoman, Catra Corbett
Embrace your inner-gypsy. Get addicted to healthy living. Make ultrarunning about something bigger than you. 3 simple things I’ve learned from Catra Corbett.
5 Things To Unlearn About Ultrarunning
Here are 5 ways to embrace the true spirit of ultrarunning. But to do this, you’ll have to unlearn a few things you’ve been told or picked up along the way.
We Interrupt Your Ultra Training Routine To Bring You These 3 Things I Learned From Ultrarunner David Goggins
It’s time to be epic! Let David Goggins help you as he’s helped me. 3 powerful David Goggins quotes to break free from the prison of ultrarunning training!
An Ultra Runner Talks About The Importance Of Core Strengthening Exercises For Runners
I’m an ultrarunner. If you want to run farther and last longer, you need a strong core. Try these core strengthening exercises for runners 2-3 days a week.
Social Media For Runners: 5 Ways Social Networking Can Help You As An Ultrarunner
Social media for runners consists of many different things. Here are 5 fun ways you can use social media to support your efforts and goals as an ultrarunner
6 Ways To Become An Extreme Ultrarunner Right Now
An extreme ultrarunner transcends ordinary physical & mental limits and achieves extraordinary feats of toughness and endurance. Is this you?
Zen And The Art Of Ultra-Distance Running
While reading a book on Zen, I thought of several ways that Zen relates to ultra-distance running. Here’s my take on Zen running.
Developing Mental Toughness As An Ultra Runner
What’s the difference between a runner and an ultra runner? Mental toughness. Here are 3 ways to build your mental toughness in sports — including running.
Winter Ultramarathon Training: Taking Time Off
Taking time off does NOT mean doing nothing. Here’s a fact: Careless ultramarathon training is hazardous to your health. Here’s how to train in the off season.
An Ultra Runner’s Best Tips For Avoiding Running Injuries
I don’t want to talk about the I-word. I’d prefer to ignore it and get on with my training. I have miles to log, races to run, and PR’s to break. I don’t have time for… well… you know… ‘that.’ Besides, that’s the stuff that happens to other runners, not me. Any problem I have […]
Lessons Learned From My First 12-Hour Ultra Endurance Race
While training for a 50-mile ultramarathon, I signed up for my first 12-hour endurance race. Here are 5 of my ultra-running takeaways – helpful for newbies.
Ultramarathon Training Tips – Here’s How To Train And Run Your First Ultramarathon In 16 Weeks
Ultramarathon training is the next natural step after you’ve done a marathon or two. You can train and run an ultramarathon in 16 weeks. Here’s how!
Endurance Sports – What Lies Beyond Triathlon For Multi-Sport Athletes?
If you are interested in exploring the world of endurance sports beyond or as a complement to triathlon, here are some areas worth investigating.
4 Sports Nutrition Myths For Endurance Athletes
It’s not uncommon for a triathlete to drag a nutrition myth or two into the sport. Some of these myths could easily prevent a triathlete from performing optimally. Here are 4 nutrition myths that triathletes may be in danger of believing.
Staying Hydrated: Dehydration, Overhydration & Body Weight Loss
Water is the number one concern on any athlete’s intake list. This is especially true for triathletes. You must stay hydrated for optimal performance as an endurance athlete. As you swim, bike, and run long distances, you sweat — which means you lose body weight since water comprises the highest percentage of your weight.
