Like most people, I signed up for my first ultra marathon not truly understanding what I was getting myself into. A few of my friends are runners but I had yet to make any friends in the trail running community so the tips and advice I got were mostly from road runners. I will tell…
Billed as Spartan’s new DEKAthlon, the new event has caught the attention of many athletes all wondering the same thing. What is DEKAFIT by Spartan Race? To help answer that question I’ve put together a quick guide to everything you need to know about DEKAFIT, the DEKA Mile, and DEKA Strong! What is Spartan DEKAFIT?…
By nature most ultra marathon runners can be classified as adventure seekers. So when it comes to choosing a race, for many it’s the tougher the better. Races like Leadville, Western States, Hard Rock, the UTMB and many more have become running royalty with system that take years to get into. And with the popularity…
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When searching for a running hydration vest you have no doubt seen the Salomon S-LAB Sense Ultra and the Salomon ADV Skin. Two of the most popular and running vests on the market. They are the go to for many of the elite ultra runners because they are light, breathable, have easy access pockets, and…
Everyone knows that running on the treadmill can be boring. Always looking for new ways to break up the monotony I discovered running HIIT workouts on the treadmill. It’s one of the few ways I’ve found to build power and endurance while not going crazy on the treadmill. I’ve tried a lot of HIIT workouts…
You may have the term “Fartlek training” or “Fartlek runs.” You may even be using the training method without even knowing it had a name. One of the most effective running training methods there is, the first question we all ask once we hear the term is “what is Fartlek training?” Below is your quick…
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Recently I’ve gotten a lot of questions about race nutrition and one of the most common has to do with that to eat before a race. With many runners first race experience being a 5k, I thought it would a good idea to put together some tips on what to eat before a 5k. When…
As an ultra runner, between training and races you put a lot of miles on your feet. Making it even more important to find the right shoes featuring a balance of performance and cushioning. Enter the Hoka One One Torrent. From one of the premier brands in trail running, the Torrens feature a 5mm drop…