Ultra running articles and media content
Ultra X Sri Lanka: What Does It Take?
What does it take to run a 250km ultra marathon like Ultra X Sri Lanka? We surveyed our participants to find out how they prepared.
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How To Prepare For An Ultra X Race
Join us for a day of inspiring talks, trail running, equipment testing, and freeze dried food tasting at Hadleigh Park.
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Ultra X World Championships 2021: Sri Lanka 2019 Qualifiers
Ultra X Sri Lanka 2019 was the first of our World Championships qualifying races. Check out who’s claimed a spot for the big event.
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Zero To Hero: A Beginner Ultra Runner’s Experience At Ultra X Sri Lanka 2019
This week the Ultra X team caught up with Emily Like, one of our Sri Lanka 2019 finishers, to talk about her experience in the jungle.
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Ultra X Partner With Precision Hydration For Jordan Race
We are delighted to announce that for Ultra X Jordan 2019 we are teaming up with Precision Hydration — the Sweat Experts.
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Why Ultra X Mexico Is Going To Be A Little Bit Special
All of our events offer unforgettable experiences. However, Ultra X Mexico and the Copper Canyons of Chihuahua go beyond the norm.
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Route Mapping With What3Words For Ultra X Mexico
We have teamed up with What3Words to help with our route mapping for Ultra X Mexico. Read all about this innovative GPS technology.
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Meet The Ultra X Jordan 2019 Prize Winners
Last month, Ultra X offered two lucky people the prize of a lifetime — free entry to Ultra X Jordan 2019! It’s time to meet the winners.
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Ultra X Sri Lanka 2019: Race Director’s Report
Ultra X Sri Lanka 2019 was an adventure like no other. Read the Race Director’s report from the inaugural edition.
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The Benefits Of Mindfulness For Ultra Running
Mindfulness is having a moment currently and its practice has become widespread. But can mindfulness meditation be useful for runners?
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Ultra X Sri Lanka 2019: A Competitor’s Story
Thomas Joly de Lotbiniere, who finished third overall, shares stories from his experience at Ultra X Sri Lanka 2019.
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How Long Does It Take To Recover After A Multi-Stage Ultra Marathon?
Multi-stage ultramarathons can be extremely fatiguing, but how long does it really take to recover afterwards?
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The Ultra X Multistage Ultramarathon World Championships
The Ultra X World Championships marks a new era in multi-day ultra running, where the best athletes will get the recognition they truly deserve.
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The Athletes To Watch In Ultra X Sri Lanka 2019
It’s almost here! The inaugural Ultra X Sri Lanka kicks off in a little over two weeks. Who are the athletes to watch?!
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Planning Your Recovery For A Multi-Stage Ultra: Nutrition
In multi-stage racing, recovery is as important as running. How should you go about planning your post-race recovery nutrition strategy?
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Is Marathon Des Sables On The Bucketlist?
Marathon des Sables is a world famous, perhaps the most famous, multi-stage ultramarathon. How do Ultra X races compare?
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Nutrition Planning For A Multi-Stage Ultramarathon
Getting your nutrition right during a multi-stage ultra is one of the most important factors of success. Here are some things to consider.
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Ultramarathon Training: How To Create A Training Plan
Training for an ultra marathon need not differ hugely from preparing for a traditional marathon. Check out our guide to designing your perfect training plan.
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Hydration During A Multi-Stage Ultra
One of the most important parts of preparing for a multi-stage ultramarathon is calculating your nutrition and hydration plan. Here are some tips.
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An Ultrarunners Guide To Heat Acclimation
Competing in an extremely hot environment is a serious task which needs to be planned for. What are the best heat acclimation techniques?
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Final Ultra X Sri Lanka Recce
An update from the Ultra X team after their final pre-race recce in preparation for Ultra X Sri Lanka in April.
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