So uh what are aid stations?  Aidstations are just what it sounds like  Stations throughout the race course that provide aid to the runners and pacers, usually anywhere from 2-10 miles apart. Some races have a lot of aid stations, and some have none.  Aidstations are usually run by volunteers too, many times they’re overworked … Continue reading 940. Aidstations for ultramarathons: what are they, how to be most effective, and 5 tips

So race day is here eh?  May the odds forever be in your favor.  I love race day for a lot of reasons:  because it’s a chance to see where we are at if our training is working An unforgettable experience  Completing a misogi  Adventure  A great time  Suffering and growth  Something to reflect on  … Continue reading 939. Race day: thoughts, drop bags, checklist and DNF’ing

So you’re thinking about running a timed event?  Better yet, you already signed up for the 12 or 24 hour event and are figuring the rest out…  These timed loop courses are a whole different beast… Why?  Because of the monotony.  You’ll be running the same one mile loop over and over again for up … Continue reading 938. 12 and 24-hour races: strategies, counting laps, and a race day checklist. 

So you’re pacing someone during an ultramarathon eh?  Pacing is a great way to get up close and personal to the ultra-marathon scene.  And it gives the opportunity to learn the details of what it takes to successfully complete such a race. On the other hand, it's a great way to show support to the … Continue reading 937. Pacers and ultramarathons: What to do before, during, and after the race

This is what ultra’s all come down to, Energy and Food. (plus our training)  We simply can’t run an ultra if we don’t have any energy. And one of the best ways to get energy is via food (and drink.) So that’s what we’re going to cover in this article.  Our energy Always be eating … Continue reading 936. Energy, Food, and the Reality of energy products for Ultra-marathon

Your running, pushing your body to its limits  Maybe a little dehydrated Stomach issues are slowing you down  But you keep moving, step after step  we get to a nice uphill section of the course… It’s too much.  We start throwing up all crazy  I’ve heard crazy stories of people violently vomiting.  Did you ever … Continue reading 935. 20 tips on what to do if you have stomach issues during an ultramarathon

Let's be real Running can be hard.  And running up hills? A whole different beast.  But running down hills? Fugetaboutit.  The reason running downhills is so much more painful than uphills is because of “eccentric contractions” what? When we run down a hill, our muscles are lengthening, gravity is pounding us a little harder since … Continue reading 934. 10 tips for running downhills, when to train them, and the real reason for a DNF