by Jamie Sparks | Oct 2, 2019 | Media
THE LONG DAY One week today, Ultra X Jordan 2019 competitors will be tackling the long day, a mid-week 70km battle with the sand, the heat, and themselves. For an insight into how they’ll be feeling before setting off, check out the following memoir from one... Read more
by Jamie Sparks | Sep 17, 2019 | Media
FUELLING A MULTI-STAGE ULTRA FOR VEGAN RUNNERS Running multi-stage ultra marathons often means being self-sufficient for days at a time. Freeze-dried or dehydrated food is therefore a necessary component of the multi-stage adventure. Lightweight, easy to... Read more
by Jamie Sparks | Sep 13, 2019 | Media
How to train for running hills on the flat Whether you are preparing for a race in the mountains or not, one of the easiest and fastest ways to improve running form is to include regular hill work in your training. Running against an incline forces muscles... Read more
by Jamie Sparks | Sep 10, 2019 | Media
Introducing: THE ULTRA X 125 Series Standby for some very exciting news. Ultra X was founded with the aim of making multi-day racing accessible to all. Today, we extend that concept with the launch of the Ultra X 125 Series. We want to offer the unforgettable... Read more
by Jamie Sparks | Sep 6, 2019 | Media
TEMPLATE NUTRITION PLAN FOR A MULTI-STAGE ULTRA With two of our biggest races of the year just around the corner — Ultra X Jordan and Ultra X Mexico — many of those competing will be starting to think about their race week nutrition plan. Whether your goal is to... Read more
by Jamie Sparks | Aug 23, 2019 | Media
which recovery method is for you? A common shortcoming we find among the ultra marathon population is the lack of focus on appropriate recovery and rest. To succeed during a multi-stage race, being able to go again is one of the most important factors... Read more
