Singletrack Tom Evans | 2025 UTMB Champion (Interview)
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Sep 5, 2025 Tom Evans, the 2025 UTMB Champion, shares his insights on conquering extreme fatigue and soreness after rigorous races. He dives into altitude training, revealing how genetics and environment shape optimal strategies. Nutrition takes center stage as he emphasizes personalized fueling approaches and the importance of carbs for endurance. Mental ease and enjoyment in racing are discussed, highlighting the joy of running and preparation. Evans also shares race tactics, focusing on pacing, hydration, and the strategic use of supplements for peak performance.
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Altitude Trade-Offs For Training Quality
- Tom Evans' lab tests showed his lactate thresholds barely change at 2350m so altitude camps offered little benefit.
- He chose lower-altitude Argentiere to preserve training quality and include his newborn daughter in the camp.
Prioritize Training Quality Over Altitude
- Avoid prolonged high-altitude blocks if they reduce the quality of your key sessions.
- Prioritize training environments where you can hit targeted resistance-to-fatigue work with proper mechanics.
Plan Kit And Fuelling For Cold Nights
- Prepare clothing and nutrition for cold wet nights and plan hands-free fueling above 2000m.
- Use thicker jackets, multiple glove layers, and switch to higher-carb fluids where opening gels is impractical.