Ultra running articles and media content
The Rise Of Veganism Within Ultra Running
The number of athletes identifying as plant-based or vegan seems disproportionately high in ultra running, compared with other endurance sports. Why?
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Are Women Better Than Men At Ultra Running?
Over the last few years, ultra endurance races have been crowning female champions with increasing frequency. Are women faster than men?
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CBD Oil For Ultra Runners: What Are The Benefits?
CBD oil is becoming a popular supplement for ultra runners thanks to its anti-inflammatory and pain relief properties. How does it work and what are the benefits?
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Prepare For The Ultra X Virtual Race World Series With Twice The Health: Qualifier 3
Check out the third Virtual Race World Series workout and pre-run preparation session from Twice the Health.
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We Are Introducing Prize Money And This Is Why
Why the Ultra X World Championships, a 250km five day race between the greatest multi-stage ultra runners in the world, will offer prize money.
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Ultra X World Championships 2021: Coming Soon
The Ultra X World Championships, a 250km five day race between the greatest multi-stage ultra runners in the world, is coming soon.
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Strength And Conditioning For Ultra Runners: Introduction
Strength and conditioning coach Brad Welch discusses strength training for ultra runners and shares his screening process for assessing weaknesses.
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Prepare For The Ultra X Virtual Race World Series With Twice The Health: Qualifier 2
Check out the second Virtual Race World Series workout and pre-run preparation session from Twice the Health.
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Best London Running Routes For Training Elevation
Alex Spencer shares some of his favourite running routes for elevation training in London, including Hampstead Heath and Box Hill.
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The Ultra X Sustainability And Environmental Policy
Our ambition is to become the most environmentally friendly and sustainable ultra marathon race organiser on the planet.
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How To Run An Ultra Marathon With Diabetes
Katie Hickling discusses how to manage ultra marathon training, nutrition, and performance, whilst tackling diabetes.
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Prepare For The Ultra X Virtual Race World Series With Twice The Health: Qualifier 1
Check out the first Virtual Race World Series workout and pre-run preparation session from Twice the Health.
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9 Practical Strategies For Surviving (And Enjoying) A Multi-Day Race
The best practical strategies for surviving and enjoying a multi-day ultra marathon or stage race like Ultra X Jordan, Mexico or Sri Lanka.
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The Science Behind Detraining
We look at the science behind detraining and assess how likely you are to lose fitness by not training during the Coronavirus lockdown.
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Back To Basics: Ultra Running Isolation Tips
Some advice on keeping motivated during Covid-19 isolation and tips to ensure you come out the other side stronger than ever.
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How Ultra X Jordan Changed My Life By Alex Spencer
Alex Spencer describes how taking part in Ultra X Jordan in 2016 (then the Wadi Rum Ultra) changed his life for the better.
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The Ultra X Virtual Race World Series
The Ultra X Virtual Race World Series will take place from 2nd May until 13th June 2020 with three qualifying events, a grand final, and a huge prize pot!
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Ultra X Elite Race Across Scotland: The Film
In March 2020, the Ultra X Elite headed up to Glasgow to race 220km across Scotland overnight in the wind and rain. Check out the film!
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The Ultra X 14.1 Virtual Race
Check out the race report and results from our first ever virtual race: Ultra X 14.1!
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How To Do A Multi-Stage Ultra For Less Than £1,850
Ultra X was founded with the aim of making multi-day racing accessible to all. We wanted to find out just how inexpensively a 250km five day multi-stage could be done.
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Relay Across Scotland Tips From The Ultra X Elites
Check out the Ultra X Elite's top tips for relay running across Scotland through the night, for TRIBE Relay Across Scotland by Ultra X.
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