The Ultimate Ultra Running Handbook

A practical accessible training guide for any runner looking to take up the challenge of ultra-running. From runners looking for the challenge of their first ultra running event (anything longer than a marathon distance), to more seasoned long distance runners looking to improve their time or recovery, this book is your must have resource. Packed with training, nutrition, skills, gear and motivation advice - it has all you need to become a more confident ultra runner. This book takes you through the best kit, why to take on an ultra, where to run - both locally and globally, how to get faster and run further, how to find the time to train, training plans from 50k to 160k, as well as advice on overtraining and much more. Completed with inspirational photos, illustrations and case studies from ultra runners of diverse backgrounds, alongside tips and advice from pros and coaches across the sport.>

Auteur

Claire Maxted is co-founder and former editor of Trail Running magazine. She now runs the YouTube challel Wild Ginger Running. Claire's first book, The Ultimate Trail Running Handbook is also published by Bloomsbury. Find out more at www.wildgingerrunning.co.uk

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Why run ultras? What kit do you need? Where can you train? Different types of ultra Most common mistakes not to make! Training plans - from 50k to 160k (100 miles) Women's training Tackle the terrain Stay safe Start to navigate Recover faster Get faster Run further Cross-training Races! See the UK through ultra running - top 10 destinations for trail running in Britain See the world through ultra running - top 10 beginner races around the world