Ultra Running

Ultra running is the sport of running any distance longer than a traditional 26.2 mile marathon. Ultramarathons (or just ultras), can take place on roads, trails or mountain paths. They come in various formats, including fixed distance events such as 50k or 100 miles, timed events where the goal is to cover as much distance as possible within a set time, and backyard ultras where a set distance has to be completed within the hour, every hour, until only one participant remains.

Success in ultra running requires not only physical endurance but also mental resilience to push through difficult conditions and exhaustion. Consistent intake of nutrition and and fluids is also critical to sustain the effort needed to finish. 

Ultrarunning is often an adventure, providing opportunities to explore new environments and connect with nature.

Our club has an enthusiastic community of ultrarunners who meet up for training runs most weekends and provide mutual support in the build up to and during races. In recent years members have participated in challenging events throughout the world, including the Alps, New Zealand and Hong Kong.

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