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In the world of ultra running, the possibility of starting a race and not finishing it - referred to as a DNF (Did Not Finish) - is a real and often unavoidable part of the sport. While many runners fear the prospect of a DNF, it’s important t…

When most people think of ultra running, they most likely imagine elite athletes running through rugged, mountainous terrain at superhuman speeds. But ultra running is far more than a race against the other runners or a quest for a podium finish. It…

On August 30, 2024, thousands of runners from all corners of the globe will descend on Chamonix, France for what is considered by most in the ultrarunning community to be the most renowned race of the entire year, Ultra-Trail du Mont Blanc (UTMB).&n…

When it comes to ultra marathons, there is no “one-size-fits-all” race that is best for every runner. Faster runners may excel at flatter, shorter races, such as 50K’s, while someone who is mentally stronger but a slower runner may…

Injury – there’s a dirty word to any athlete!  And I personally think we ultra runners tend to push the envelope more than the average runner.  Our brain processes something doesn’t feel quite right, but if we do this str…

(Photo courtesy of Cody Bare - www.codybear.com)   If you’ve been in the ultrarunning world for a little while, there is a good chance that you’ve already heard of the Hardrock 100. It is, after all, considered by many to be one o…

In the latest episode of Choose to Endure, we delve deep into the grueling yet exhilarating world of ultra-running with Karen Ellis and Chris Culpepper. These seasoned runners take us through their unforgettable experiences at the 2024 Western State…

In the latest episode of Choose to Endure, we dive into the transformative power of sleep for endurance athletes with Amanda, a renowned sleep coach and author of "Relax Sleep Thrive: Your Five-Week Journey to Peaceful, Restorative Sleep." As ultra-…

 What if you could push your physical and mental limits to achieve incredible feats? In our latest episode of Choose to Endure, we sit down with ultramarathon runner Jeff Colgrove, who shares his transformative journey from high school runner t…

In this compelling episode of the Choose to Endure we dive deep into the extraordinary journey of Megan Eckert, an elite ultra runner who will represent Team USA at the 2024 Big’s Backyard. Megan's story is not just about running; it’s a…