Singletrack David Roche: The Future of Ultrarunning Is Here — and It’s Faster Than We Think
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Nov 1, 2025 David Roche, an elite ultrarunner and coach, shares insights from his impressive Javelina performance and explores how high-carb fueling is transforming ultrarunning. He discusses the balance between competitive racing and family life, emphasizing the role of nutrition in avoiding overtraining. Roche highlights emerging talents like Tara Dower and Will Murray, predicting they will redefine performance standards. He also reflects on the future of the sport and the evolution of training strategies, promising a thrilling direction for ultrarunning enthusiasts.
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Runnability Is Reshaping Ultra Ceilings
- Ultrarunning is shifting toward higher power demands on faster, runnable courses as athletes push harder from the gun.
- This trend narrows the advantage of older athletes in flatter races while mountain races remain more age-resilient.
Fuel High And Be Prepared To Go Hard Early
- Fuel races with high carbohydrate intake and push early if you're trained for it.
- If you can't match that aggressive start, you'll likely lose ground you cannot regain.
Fueling Turns Races Into Training Stimuli
- Better fueling during training transforms recovery, letting athletes race more frequently and bounce back faster.
- Properly fuelled races can become speed-building stimuli instead of pure breakdowns.