We live in a world with so much input, and so many things going on in our lives that it can often be extremely hard to stay in the present moment. Learning how to meditate is not only something that can help us become more happy as human beings — it can also help us become better ultramarathon runners.
Read MoreBeing on a runstreak, or a running streak as some call it, means that you run at least 1 mile per day. The concept is becoming increasingly popular, but why? What are the benefits of a runstreak? We asked runstreakers and collected our own thoughts on this subject.
Read MoreStanding on the starting line of an ultra race without having a mental strategy can be extremely risky. To think that you can easily run an ultra without a strategy - other than taking one step at a time - is not the best idea. But what strategy should you use? Should you ponder about life and death? Think positive thoughts? Use the carrot or stick approach? What works as a mental strategy to help yourself out of a low point is extremely individual.
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