For your first adventure on the far side of 26.2, we suggest that you look a bit beyond the 50-K--really just a stretched-out marathon--to 50 miles, the first true, bragging-rights ultra. Support & Feedback © 2020 Active Network, LLC and/or its affiliates and licensors. You can read the waiver here and complete a digital version in advance; a physical copy will still be required at time of packet pickup. First, what exactly is a 24 hour ultramarathon? Take your challenge to the next level with a twelve hour race. We may earn commission if you buy from a link. Registration is conducted via Ultrasignup. Find Camps & Activities for your Active Kids, Should You Trash Your Running Shoes After 300 Miles, Squats Will Change Your Running! Race shirts may only be picked up in person at packet pickup or on race day, we cannot mail out shirts to participants that do not attend the event. In the interest of brevity, I won’t be detailing that long, slow journey here, but if you’re interested, you can ask for the program via the How Slow Can We Go Facebook page. How long does my long run need to be to work on any logistical consideration (running through the night, big temperature swings, etc.)? The Flathead Monster Ultra offers new and experienced runners the chance to pursue new goals and distances on the track. Whatever. We will be providing water and maybe some light snacks and electrolyte mix based on total registration and funding. Depending on the number of participants on the track at any one time, we may split the races into different lanes, with the distance adjusted accordingly with the timing system. 4) Pack a bagMost 50-mile events will drop your race bag near the 35-mile point (some also will make a drop around 20 miles). When it comes to running the long stuff, friends make for more fun. INTIMIDATED. So find yourself a friendly 50-miler, count back 16 weeks from race day, clip and post the following training plan--and get to it. software for managing & marketing your events. 6) Eat, drink, and (try to) be merryDuring the race, eat whatever worked for you during your training runs: cookies, raisins, figs, crackers, pretzels, energy bars. From marketing exposure to actionable data Please do not park in someone’s yard or blocking driveways or paths. She is a regular contributor for the Active Network and NextAvenue, and is the author of. Otherwise, please remember this is an unsupported event and medical support should not be expected. When you start the 16-week schedule below, you must be at the point where you're running 15 to 18 miles for your weekly or every-other-week long run. This is not a USATF certified course or event.