Training for an Ultramarathon, from 50K to 100 Miles and Beyond

Hal Koerner with Adam W. Chase

Ultramarathon doesn’t leave much room for mistakes. Don’t learn the hard way—get a jump on training for an ultramarathon with Hal Koerner’s Field Guide to Ultrarunning, a comprehensive handbook to running 30 to 100 miles and beyond, written by one of the most experienced and recognized athletes in the sport.

Hal Koerner is among America’s best ultrarunners with podium results in more than 130 ultramarathons. In his smart, down-to-earth handbook, Koerner shares hard-earned wisdom, field-tested habits, and insider tips to help you prepare for your ultra.

You’ll find guidance on exactly what you need to know to prepare for ultramarathon, including:

best gear for ultrarunning
fueling and hydration guidelines
choosing an ultra
trail-running technique
first-aid advice
beating altitude, storms, and heat
race-day game plans
crew and pacer tips
mental strategies to get you to the finish line

The guide offers three detailed training plans to prepare for 50K, 50-mile to 100K, and 100-mile ultramarathons.

Start your ultra with confidence and finish it strong with Hal Koerner’s Field Guide to Ultrarunning!

Foreword by Scott Jurek

Paperback with illustrations throughout.
6″ x 9″, 224 pp.X

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