It might sound strange, but the ability to hike well in a Skyrace is an important skill and one that takes practice. You see, the terrain in these events can be so steep and challenging that you can’t possibly maintain a running action, or that with good power hiking technique you can be more efficient …
Getting your fluid intake right is just one piece of the ultra running puzzle, but it’s arguably the most important. Apart from avoiding dehydration and hyponatremia, getting the right pack to carry the mandatory gear and maintaining it are also part of the process. Drink to Thirst How much to drink is always a hot …
Most runners focus on the climbing and flat speed you need to be a better distance runner, but the downhills are just as important. This is even more a case in trail and mountain running where the descents can be long and technical. Below are a few simple tips that you can easily apply to …
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