Ultra running articles and media content
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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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 can do little 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 (Wadi Rum Ultra)
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 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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