Everyday Ultra Black Canyon 100K and 50K Recap: How to Do Back to Back Long Runs and Survive
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Feb 12, 2025 This episode dives into the thrills and challenges of racing both the Black Canyon 100K and 50K back-to-back. Discover effective strategies for training, hydration, and nutrition during ultra marathons. Uncover mental tactics to combat nausea and fatigue, alongside the importance of pacing and camaraderie. Hear insights on overcoming discomfort and the role of sodium in hydration for endurance athletes. Finally, learn valuable recovery techniques to stay strong through multi-day races.
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Start Slow
- Run slower than you think you should in the early stages of an ultramarathon.
- Adrenaline and the race environment can mask your true exertion level, causing you to start too fast.
Nausea Strategy
- If nausea hits during a race, avoid eating solid food for 45 minutes to let your stomach settle.
- If it persists, switch to liquid calories and see if those are tolerated better.
Lows Don't Last
- Low points in ultramarathons are inevitable but temporary.
- Trust that things will improve; focus on the next best step instead of dwelling on discomfort.