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Toward Ultra is a community for runners heading toward an ultra: practical, no-hype advice for before, during and after the race, and shared experience from the people running them.
Running toward an ultra right now? Tell us which one below 👇
#ultrarunning #trailrunning #firstultra #ultramarathon #trailrunningtips Toward Ultra explained in 8 slides – a community for runners heading toward an ultra by @toward.ultra

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11 days ago

Headlamp for running: choosing one by lumens alone is the classic mistake.
Beam, battery, fit and spare power matter just as much, and some ultras make a second lamp mandatory. Practise with it in the dark before race night.
What's the one thing you learned about headlamps on your first night run? 👇
Save this before you buy your next headlamp.
#runninggear #trailgear #ultrarunning #trailrunner by @toward.ultra

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15 hours ago

Long run from 15 to 30 km: build it slowly and it will carry you to your first ultra.
Grow the distance gradually, keep it easy, build in lighter weeks, and use every long run to rehearse your fuel and kit. If pain doesn't settle, see a physio or doctor.
What's your longest run so far, and what changed for you as it got longer? 👇
Save this for your next long-run block.
#longrun #ultratraining #firstultra #trailrunning by @toward.ultra

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2 days ago

Backyard ultra world champs: national teams around the world started together this weekend, each on its own course, one loop every hour until only one runner is left.
Every loop counts toward the team score, and every loop has a hard one-hour cut-off. Follow it on the Backyard Ultra Channel on YouTube and the live leaderboard via bigsbackyardultra.com. Cheering at a backyard yourself? Have food ready before the bell, keep it quick, and respect the corral.
Have you run, crewed or cheered at a backyard ultra? What helped most between loops? 👇
#backyardultra #ultrarunning #ultramarathon #lastonestanding by @toward.ultra

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2 days ago

Strength training for runners doesn't need a gym.
Four bodyweight exercises, about 20 minutes, twice a week. Research reviews link strength work to better running economy and fewer sports injuries. Start easy, and if anything hurts, stop and see a physio or coach.
Which strength exercise has made the biggest difference for you? 👇
Save this for your next rest day.
#strengthforrunners #runnerstrength #injuryprevention #ultrarunner by @toward.ultra

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3 days ago

Electrolytes for running aren't magic, but on long, hot days they matter.
What they are, why sodium is the big one, when you need more, and why drinking too much plain water is a risk too. Based on the International Society of Sports Nutrition's guidelines for ultra-marathons. If you have a medical condition or blood pressure concerns, talk to a professional first.
Tabs, drink mix or salty snacks: what has worked for you? 👇
Save this for your next hot long run.
#runningnutrition #endurancefuel #ultrarunning #trailrunner #ultramarathon by @toward.ultra

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4 days ago

50k training plan basics: a first 50k is mostly about consistency, not heroics.
This is the shape of a 12-week build at a glance: base, build, specific, taper. Not a full plan with distances, but the order of things and the principles that hold it together.
Done a 50k? Which phase was hardest to stick to? 👇
Save this for when you sign up.
#50ktraining #ultratraining #firstultra #trailrunning #ultramarathon by @toward.ultra

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5 days ago

Running blisters are easier to prevent than to fix.
Many start as a hot spot that got ignored. Shoes you know, the right socks, dry feet and acting early do most of the work. If a blister looks infected or keeps coming back, see a professional.
Tape or lube: what works for you? 👇
Save this for your next long run.
#injuryprevention #trailrunning #ultrarunner #longrun by @toward.ultra

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6 days ago

Ultra gear list for your first trail ultra: 10 essentials, nothing fancy.
One rule matters more than any item: nothing new on race day. Run long in your shoes, vest and socks, and test your fuel, before the race. And always check the mandatory kit list first.
What do you wish you'd packed for your first ultra? 👇
Save this as your checklist.
#trailgear #firstultra #ultramarathon #runninggear #trailrunning by @toward.ultra

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7 days ago

Trail running for beginners: expect to be slower than on the road, and that's fine.
Effort, climbs, descents, uneven ground and gear all work differently on trail. Here are the five changes worth knowing before your first trail run.
What surprised you most about your first trail run? 👇
Send this to a road runner who's thinking about trail.
#trailrunning #trailrunningtips #trailrunner #ultratraining by @toward.ultra

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8 days ago

First 24-hour race? Six rules that matter more than speed. Loops, walk breaks, early fuel, the night, your feet, and a slower start than feels right. Full breakdown in the carousel on the grid. Which one would trip you up? 👇 Send this to someone signing up for their first 24-hour race.
#24hourrace #ultrarunning #firstultra #ultramarathon by @toward.ultra

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8 days ago

What to pack in your running vest for long trail runs, and why each item earns its place.
Save this before your next long run.
What's the one thing you never leave behind? 👇
#trailrunning #runninggear #trailgear #runningvest #ultrarunning by @toward.ultra

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9 days ago