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Articles on ultramarathon training, coaching strategy, and race preparation.
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The 10 UK races with the highest DNF rates
What 120,000 race results reveal about the hardest events to finish.
We analysed over 120,000 race results across 318 UK events to find which races have the most brutal attrition rates. These are the 10 you are least likely to finish.
Why ultramarathon training is completely different from marathon training
It's not just about running longer.
Learn the fundamental differences between marathon and ultramarathon training, and why generic marathon plans fail for ultra athletes.
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Can we improve races for Females?
A roadmap to assessing if there is a gap, and if so how can it be fixed.
The most common ultramarathon injuries (and how to prevent them)
Most injuries are preventable with smart training.
A guide to the most common injuries in ultramarathon training and practical strategies to prevent them.
Mental preparation for ultramarathons: It's not about toughness
The mental game is won in training, not on race day.
How to prepare mentally for the demands of ultramarathon racing, and why mental toughness is less important than you think.
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