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• 33 Marathons - as it happened (and what's next)
  on Apr 29, 2013 in Ultrarunning Charity Training Ultramarathon Running Motivation 33 Marathons
  33 Marathons was the first chapter of my Ultramarathon journey, to get a preview of the next chapter have a look here. The report is obviously a considerable time after the event, but given the outcome I wanted to wait a little before I wrote it all...
• Making the best of a bad training session – dealing with the unexpected
  on Mar 7, 2013 in Sports Psychology Cross Training Ultramarathon Trail Running Endurance Training Motivation Ultrarunning Training Running running injuries biomechanics Goal Setting Trail
  Often a training run doesn't go to plan, and this can be out of your control.  It could be unexpected weather conditions, a gear malfunction, or even getting lost.  The trick is making the most of the situation. Felt like running in this...
• Ultra Marathon Class – You've gotta have base!
  on Feb 25, 2013 in Strength Training Health Ultrarunning Training Ultramarathon Trail Running Running Endurance Training Motivation Goal Setting Trail Physiology
  I've always been amazed how some ultra runners have the ability to perform time and time again with incredible consistency.  They may not be winning races but they compete regularly and rarely DNF. I got to thinking that this must be a result...
• Running the Sunshine Coast Beaches - 80kms of Sand!
  on Dec 7, 2012 in Sports Psychology Ultrarunning Training Ultramarathon Sunshine Coast Ultra and Trail Runners Trail Running Race Running Motivation Trail
  Writing up a one off ultramarathon challenge that's not a race has made me realise how much excitement and atmosphere an organised race generates.  The achievement is no less significant, in some ways it’s greater as you don’t have support c...
• GNW 2012 - 175kms of fun!
  on Nov 18, 2012 in Ultrarunning Ultramarathon Trail Running Race Running GNW100s Motivation Trail
  As Ultramarathons go, for me there is no better atmosphere than that of the Great North Walk 100s. If has a certain folklore in Australian ultrarunning circles, and attracts some of the toughest competitors from across the country and overseas. The...
• Gear Review - Source Hydration 1.5l Dune Race Pack
  on Oct 29, 2012 in Ultrarunning Hydration Training Ultramarathon Trail Running Race Running Running Gear
  With the Australian Ultramarathon season getting into full swing, it’s the right time to be testing and checking your gear, to make sure you have the ideal combination for the specific events you’re participating in. Light, low profile and ve...
• Paleo Snacks - for the Ultra Runner who simply doesn't have the time.
  on Oct 18, 2012 in Health Ultrarunning Training Nutrition Ultramarathon Trail Running Running Trail Physiology
  When it comes to taking your running seriously there are almost as many diet options as there are shoe options, but one, the Paleo diet has really taken hold in recent years. I put this down to the training methods of high profile ultrarunners such a...
• The Glasshouse 50km – it’s amazing what you can do if you try!
  on Sep 18, 2012 in Sports Psychology Ultrarunning Training Ultramarathon Trail Running Race Running Motivation Trail
  Family commitments are such that being available for a race on a Sunday is a rarity, so the opportunity to run in the Glasshouse 100 was out for me, but it was suggested that I run in the 50k with a sensible 6:30am Saturday start.  It was an odd...
• Stronger Ankles for Trail Running (Inspired by an egotistical Podiatrist!)
  on Sep 6, 2012 in Ultramarathon Trail Running Endurance Training Physiology Strength Training Health Training injury prevention Running running injuries biomechanics Running Shoes Trail
  I stood in for a friend of mine in the recent Anaconda Adventure race in Noosa, who had to withdraw through injury. I did the 14km trail run, although it was actually 16kms! It was an unusual experience for me competing over such a distance, but fun...
• Quality Ultramarathon Training – Running with Purpose
  on Aug 21, 2012 in Sports Psychology Ultramarathon Trail Running Endurance Training Motivation Physiology Strength Training Ultrarunning Training Race Running biomechanics Core Strength Trail
  Prior to the Kokoda challenge my motivation to train was lacking, and it hasn’t been great for over a year now. While this isn’t a good thing for my running (and life) in general it has led to the discovery of the benefits of different training v...
• Kokoda Challenge 2012 - a 96km Muddy Fun Run!
  on Jul 23, 2012 in Sports Psychology Ultramarathon Trail Running Kokoda Challenge Motivation Ultrarunning Charity Nutrition Training Diet Race Running Running Gear Trail
  Last weekend I took part in the Kokoda Challenge 96km team trail race which had a number of firsts for me.  Not only is it the first time I’ve participated, but it’s the first time I’ve run in a team event.  It is a similar format to...
• You can’t beat the clock (or look cool while getting your head read!)
  on Jul 12, 2012 in Sports Psychology Health Ultrarunning Training Ultramarathon Running Endurance Training biomechanics Motivation Physiology
  Yesterday I was invited along to participate in an ultra running study at University of the Sunshine Coast. It was a world first study related to brain activity during endurance exercise. As is typical of much sports science research the focus is on...
• Trail Running Gear Review – AY-UP Lights - Run the Light Fantastic!
  on Jul 9, 2012 in Ultrarunning Training Ultramarathon Headlamp Trail Running Race Running Running safety Running Gear Trail
  I reviewed a couple of head torch options from Petzel last year, both of which had their place in an ultra runner’s tool kit.  While the Petzel was good enough to light the way, I noticed in races since that those runners at the top of the fie...
• Become a Stronger Runner Through Strength Training
  on Jun 28, 2012 in Strength Training Ultrarunning Training Cross Training Ultramarathon Trail Running injury prevention Running Core Strength Trail Physiology
  It's time for another guest post, and one I'll do a follow up on from my own experiences related to cross and strength training. Something that is often overlooked when the focus is all too often on the weekly mileage. Runners know the pure pleasu...
• Scott Jurek’s “Eat and Run” Book Review and Prize Give Away
  on Jun 21, 2012 in Sports Psychology Health Training Diet Ultramarathon Trail Running Race Running Endurance Training biomechanics Motivation Physiology
  Bloomsbury Publishing have sent me a copy of "Eat & Run" by Scott Jurek with Steve Friedman to review, and the good news for you  is that I also have another copy to give away. Simply enter a comment below to be in the draw for a copy on it'...
• Guest Post - Health Benefits of Running (not just Ultramarathons)
  on Jun 7, 2012 in Health Training Nutrition Cross Training Ultramarathon Running Endurance Training Motivation Physiology
  It's time for another UltramarathonRunning.com.au guest post, and this one is very timely given all the current negative articles in the press about the potential health risks associated with endurance sports. It's seems the media are keen to give pe...
• Which everyday runner has inspired you through their Ultra Running Performance this year
  on May 24, 2012 in Ultrarunning Charity Training Ultramarathon Trail Running Race Running Motivation Trail
  About 2 years ago now I read a biography about Pat Farmer and his incredible ultrarunning achievements, and it was his attitude as an “everyday bloke” that inspired me to have a crack at my 33 Marathons run across the Nullarbor. I was lucky enoug...
• Sport Shield - put an end to Chaffing and Blisters in Ultramarathons!
  on May 11, 2012 in Health Ultrarunning Training Ultramarathon Trail Running Race injury prevention running injuries Running Running Gear Trail Physiology
  I've a lot of friends who are running in the North Face 100 in Sydney next weekend, so I hope that this is in time for you all to benefit... Me in about 1985 When I started running, back in my school days, I was been inspired and motivated by a f...
• Is Chocolate Milk the Better Recovery Drink for Runners?
  on Apr 12, 2012 in Health Hydration Training Nutrition Diet Ultramarathon Race Running Physiology
  As no doubt you’re coming down from your Easter Egg charged sugar rush, what better than a Chocolate inspired guest posting. It’s food for thought… Rehydrating after an intense run or workout should be automatic. After all, your body must...
• Essential Smartphone Apps for Runners - 4 reasons to lace up those sneakers and hit the trails
  on Apr 5, 2012 in Ultrarunning Training Ultramarathon Trail Running Running Running Gear Motivation Goal Setting
  Here is another great guest post to enlighten you as to what is out there in the world of Smartphone Apps to get you and keep you running. These Apps are far cheaper than a personal running coach, but give you the same motivation… there are always...

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