Ultras for Life
Surpass the Ordinary.
Blog
Embrace your Ultra journey
Don't be afraid to try something tough
My name is Martin Reed and I've created this site to offer you some guidance on Ultra marathon races and training. Follow along as I take on different races and try to be the best Ultra runner I can be whilst always making sure that the journey is every bit as good as the end goal.
Race Reviews
What am I racing and how did it go?
I will provide you with a review of the races I have been completing to try and help you make decisions on race selection and planning.
Training Tips
What works and has not worked for me
I am not a trained running coach but I have read up on coaching theory and have amassed a decent amount of personal experience which I will share with you to help you with your training choices.
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My training philosophy is based around the 80/20 endurance model. I use their plans as a base on move things around to fit my races and life.
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Following this model is a decision I have some to by myself and my recommendation is entirely from my own experiences.
Equipment advice
What am I using?
I'll share some reviews and hints and tips based on the equipment I use in training and races. This will always be purchased by myself so I'll be honest about what works for me and what does not.
My goals
What else do I want to achieve
I'll consider longer term goals and races for which I am yet to sign up but which I hope to fit in to the future.