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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.

The Ultimate Ultra Running Handbook

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    A Paperback by Claire Maxted

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      Publisher Bloomsbury
      Imprint Bloomsbury Publishing PLC
      Published 9 December 2024
      ISBN-13 9781399411301
      978-1399411301
      ISBN-10 1399411306
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      Non Fiction Sport Sports training and coaching

      Description

      Book Synopsis

      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.

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