Training & Racing Insights
our source of race insights, training advice, and expert tips in all things endurance sports
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Winter Training Tips
Don’t let winter stop you from training outdoors! Coach Meg gives us some tips for winter cycling (or running) as the days get colder and shorter.
Racing UTS50 by UTMB
The UTS50 by UTMB is “beautiful beyond belief, savage beyond reason.” Here’s how George trained for and raced it in 2022.
Lessons from the spine race
Lessons learnt by Doug during the Spine Race 2022 - from sleep deprivation strategies to foot care and nutrition tips.
how to train for your first utmb
How Doug trained to finish his first UTMB Mont Blanc in 2019 - including the lessons he learnt on the trails!
Manx Mountain Marathon 2022
How George trained for and completed the Manx Mountain Marathon 2022, complete with bespoke tips for the race.
celtman extreme triathlon 2017
How Doug prepared for the Celtman Extreme Triathlon 2017 - plus a full race report on the challenge and a race video.
3 Years of Tromsø SkyRace
A look back at 3 years of running the Tromsø SkyRace, from the inaugural first edition, with Doug’s personal training tips.
Le Grand Trail des Templiers 2017
In 2017, Doug ran the Grand Trail des Templiers - a legendary French ultramarathon in the Cevennes. Here’s how he got on.
Glen Coe Skyline 2017 Race Report
The 2017 Glen Coe Skyline was a novel way for Doug to spend his first wedding anniversary. Find out how he trained and raced.
Dolomites Skyrace 2016
Running in the Italian Dolomites for the first time in 2016 was a fantastic opportunity to expand Doug’s experience of SkyRunning.
transvulcania 2017 Race Report
In 2017, Doug trained for racing in the Scottish Highlands, but also in hot La Palma. This is the story of Transvulcania.
trofeo kima 2018 race report
The iconic Trofeo Kima was one of Doug’s biggest and most enjoyable mountain running races. This is his 2018 experience.
Sierre zinal 2017 race report
Sierre Zinal is a bucket list race for all trail and mountain runners. Doug completed it in 2017 - here’s his full report.
lavaredo ultra trail 2018 Race Report
The stunning La Sportiva Lavaredo Ultra Trail was one of the highlights of the 2018 racing season for Doug.
Swedeman extreme triathlon 2018 race report
Race report from the 2018 inaugural Swedeman Extreme Triathlon, part of the All X Tri World Series.
Breathing Strategies To Enhance Running Performance
Can you enhance your running performance with controlled breathing?
How to Tackle Mental Fatigue
Mental fatigue can have significant impact on endurance performance. Here’s a look at how the research suggests to combat it.
Altitude And Endurance Performance
How does altitude impact endurance performance and who has an advantage - altitude natives or lowlanders?