Cameron Hanes - Keep Hammering Collective KHC 151 - Ultra Risks
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Oct 19, 2025 Ultra-marathon running pushes the body to extremes, but at what cost? Delve into the severe physical and mental risks, from debilitating injuries to the terrifying possibility of death. Hear chilling stories of medical emergencies during grueling races over 100 miles. Explore the difference between shorter and longer races, and why preparation is key. Discover the signs of 'mountain legs' and the realities often hidden in race footage. Before you take on the challenge, consider the motivations and dangers that lie ahead.
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Multi-Day Ultras Carry Real Medical Risk
- Ultra and multi-day high-altitude races carry real, sometimes life-threatening physiological risks.
- Even elite athletes like David Goggins and top competitors have faced severe oxygen, disorientation, and hospitalization issues.
Aftermath Of Mammoth Left Runners Worn
- Cameron recalls seeing friends struggle for months after multi-day races like Mammoth.
- He uses those observations to stress that multi-day events can have lasting physical consequences.
Salt Saved A Runner From Cramping Collapse
- Truett locked up mid-race at Frozen Trail and became immobile until given salt.
- Cameron used that 50K example to show even shorter ultras can produce severe cramping and collapse.