of ultras and mountain races in the past 15 years, including half tour of Mont Blanc in August this year. My advice would be not to overdo the mileage. You can never really train for a 50-mile race by doing a 50-mile training run, as you would just get
© Getty Images If 26.2 miles just isn't enough, an ultra could be the race for you. Races longer than a marathon, ultras range from 30 miles to hundreds of miles and take place in hundreds of beautiful locations from Sussex to the Sahara
should be feeling good and able to do anything.Run an ultra race? Are you serious? If another marathon doesn't excite you, how about something a little longer? If you've ever wondered what ultras are like, you have the perfect training base to find out
, and even blackouts and seizures. Current opinion is that you should take on around 500ml of fluid per hour. But be reassured that over-hydration is a rare problem that occurs most often in ultra-marathon and ultra-triathlon events, where participants may
that takes in both the Atlantic and Indian Oceans. But it’s not actually a marathon but a 56K ultra. The real treat on this Cape Town classic comes at Chapman’s Peak: one of the most beautiful stretches of coastline it’s possible to race. The event takes
of ultra-distance running (above 26.2 miles). There are dozens of events around the country. Ultra-distance race calendar.Whatever you do, good luck – and congratulations on an awesome start to the year. Schedules for the week See full marathon schedules
If you want to get the most out of your final few weeks of triathlon training, this section is for you. With the help of the organisers of the Michelob Ultra London Triathlon, we've found three athletes of different abilities and backgrounds
. Marathon pace for a 3:45 marathon is an 8:35-minute mile so yes, 8:30 is too fast. Aim to run your long runs slower than your marathon race pace and then add in some sections at race pace ( for example, three x 15 minute bursts or a 60-minute stretch) when
scenic route then try an ultra race. Unlike shorter races, it will feel like a training run in company until you start to suffer, that is.Cross-Country As a road runner you probably train a lot on grass, but racing on it is a different matter. Cross
always enjoy your post-race refreshments at a pavement café with your feet up and a literary classic on the table.Website www.pim.czSlovakiaOrganisers of the Kosice Peace Marathon reckon their race is the longest-standing marathon in the world its been
