Ultra running

When not on the trail yourself, what better way to spend your R&R time than reading about other great athletes on the trail! In no particular order, the following list is broken into two sections: inspiring ultra-running stories and guide books about ultra-running. There is something on this list for everyone! These ultra-running authors will

Ultrarunner and author Dave Essinger shares the tips and tricks he and other runners use to push themselves mile after mile.

Your Body After an Ultra: 10+ Post Race Symptoms You Might Not Expect #Ultramarathon #Ultra #Run

"You're running a 50K? HOW MANY DAYS IS THAT GOING TO TAKE YOU?" The question, posed by a gym member as we were wrapping up a group fitness class, was innocent enough. "What are your plans for this weekend?" Forgetting where I was, I quickly and casually mentioned "racing a 50K"

This free 100 mile ultramarathon training plan & detailed training guide will help outline the process of what it takes to run one hundred miles.

My ultramarathon packing list detailing all the running gear I brought with me on my first 100-mile (160 km) ultramarathon race.

Petzl Other. Let's be honest, reading this post will not get you ready to run the UTMB. But if running an ultra is your dream, then know that it is achievable. Join Petzl Team member Clare Gallagher as we learn more about how to prepare for running trail races that extend beyond the length of a mere-marathon.

If you were to ask ten different runners if they think you are ready for an ultramarathon, I can guarantee that you will get ten different answers. So how do you know if you're ready to make the leap into ultramarathon distances?

7 types of ultra marathons . Gain a basic ultra running understanding of each and what to expect

Ultramarathons are a fantastic way to lay ourselves on the line and present ourselves with the possibility of failure. For all of you admirably crazy runners out there, or for just you curious athlete wondering about how hard a race can get, I compiled a list of the 15 hardest ultramarathons in the world for you to read about. #ultramarathons #ultrarunning #marathons #hardestmarathons #ultraruns #runners #running