Ultra running articles and media content
The Perfect Ultramarathon Taper
Race day is coming up, you’ve put the hard work in, and now you've been told it's a good idea to taper. But what does this mean?
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Ultramarathon Training And The Importance Of Sleep
Sleep is one of the most important factors in maintaining our health. But how much more important is it for ultra runners?
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How Can You Build Mental Strength For Ultra Marathons?
Performing to one's best in a multi-day race relies on much more than physical ability. How can you build mental strength for endurance?
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The Perfect Smoothie For Ultra Runners
If you’re looking for an all-in-one power smoothie to fuel your mind and body for the day to come, you'll struggle to find better than this recipe!
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Should You Race During Ultra Marathon Training?
You have lined up your big ultramarathon event and now you are focused on peaking for it. Should you race in the build-up?
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Registrations Are Open For Ultra X Jordan 2019
Registrations for Ultra X Jordan 2019 (previously Wadi Rum Ultra) have officially opened. Sign up now!
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IRONMAN To Ultra X
We caught up with Wadi Rum Ultra 2018 finisher Jan Pascal Tschudy, to find out how he transitioned from long-distance triathlons to multi-stage ultra marathons.
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Setting Goals For A Multi-Day Ultra Marathon
Anyone can complete an Ultra X event with the right planning and preparation. Learn how to utilise goal setting in your multi-stage ultra marathon adventure.
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Ultra X Ragnar Relay Takeover
Ultra X will be entering teams in Ragnar Relay Events across Europe and we want to get you all involved! Sign up here.
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Ultra X Partner With Just One Body
Ultra X are delighted to announce that we will be partnering with osteopathy experts Just One Body for our 2019 race series.
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24 Hours Before A 100 Mile Ultra, By Lucja Leonard
Ultra X Ambassador Lucja Leonard is out in Hawaii for the HURT100. Here, she discusses how she prepares for a 100 mile race.
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A Change Is As Good As A Rest, By Anna-Marie Watson
Ultra X Sri Lanka competitor and pro ultra runner Anna-Marie Watson shares why she is a keen advocate for cross training.
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Why Do You Run? An Interview With Marcus Smith
We caught up with endurance athlete and founder of InnerFight, Marcus Smith, to talk about his motivations for ultra running.
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UTMB 2019: Ultra X Are Going. Are You?
Ultra X will be heading to Chamonix for a week-long celebration of trail running. Are you? Book your spot at the Ultra X chalet.
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Volunteering At A Multi-Stage Ultra Marathon
Ultra X volunteer Rosanna Heward has managed checkpoints in Jordan, Sri Lanka, and Mexico. Here, she writes about her experience at Wadi Rum Ultra 2018.
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Ultra X Trails Day: 23rd February
Join Ultra X for a day of all things trail running, including kit demonstrations, osteopathy treatment, and dehydrated food testing.
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Ultra X #Holiday100 Roundup
Check out the results of the 2018 #Holiday100, a festive running challenge set up to encourage the Ultra X community to run or walk 100km over Christmas.
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Could You Complete An Ultra X Race?
With the right mindset and training, anyone can complete an Ultra X race, regardless of experience. We share the stats of past finishers to prove it.
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Should You Set A New Year’s Resolution?
Is there any point in setting New Year's resolutions? We discuss the pros and cons, and how to make sure they work.
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What Effect Will Running 250km In 5 Days Have On Your Body?
Evolutionary biologist Dr Danny Longman studied participants at Wadi Rum Ultra 2018 to find out what impact the race had on their bodies.
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Our Christmas Challenge: The Ultra X #Holiday100
Introducing: the Ultra X #Holiday100! Can you run 100km between midnight on Christmas Eve (24th) and midnight on New Year (1st)?!
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