Nutrition & Fueling Strategies for Ultra Runners
Understanding Train Low, Compete High Methodology The train low compete high ultra marathon approach strategically manipulates carbohydrate availability during training to enhance metabolic adaptations, then provides optimal carbohydrate fueling on…
What Is the Metabolic Efficiency Test? The metabolic efficiency test ultra running athletes use is a laboratory or field-based assessment that measures your body’s ability to burn fat versus carbohydrates…
Understanding Fat Adaptation for Ultra Running Performance Fat adaptation ultra runners seek refers to the metabolic shift where your body becomes more efficient at using fat as fuel during endurance…
You cross the 100-mile finish line dehydrated, depleted, and desperate for recovery. What you drink in the next 24 hours impacts muscle repair, immune function, and how quickly you return…
Hardrock 100, UTMB, and other mountain ultras push runners to 10,000-13,000+ feet where altitude hydration demands change dramatically. At elevation, you lose 50-100% more fluid through increased respiratory water loss…