Squashed toes, bunions, neuromas and new blisters might all be tell-tale signs that you should be wearing a wide-fitting trail running shoe. And if you’re training for ultramarathon distances (running or hiking), there is even more of a reason to be wearing a wide fit especially if the event will take place in warmer conditions.

The Lakeland 100 ‘Ultra Tour of the Lake District’ is the most spectacular long distance trail race which has ever taken place within the UK. The circular route encompasses the whole of the lakeland fells. Bodies will be battered, spirits will be tested and those that cross the finish line in Coniston will earn their status and become legends!

Last month, two of my athletes stepped up to ultramarathon start lines and both left with a DNF (did not finish). A DNF in ultrarunning can leave you feeling disheartened, deflated and devastated. I know what it feels like, I've been there twice and I'm sure there will be more to come. In fact I hope there is. Why do we live in fear of the dreaded DNF?

Looking to take the leap and step up to your first ultramarathon in 2024? But unsure which events are beginner-friendly and which ones you should steer well clear of? There is no shortage of ultramarathons in the UK right now. Here are my 10 Best UK ultramarathons for beginners that need to be on your list in 2024.

Are you searching for a once-in-a-lifetime experience that will challenge you, has bags of adventure and breath-taking views? But perhaps you’re not sure if it’s possible for you. Read on to find out why my Project: Breaking 250® programme is the perfect fit for you. I want to share 20 reasons why it’s the best fit, so you’re super clear why this is the programme you need, not anything else.

Need convincing that a once in a lifetime experience that will challenge you, has bags of adventure and breath taking views should be on your race calendar next year? If you have been toying with the idea of challenging yourself to do something totally new and outside of your comfort zone, 2023 is your year. Let’s look at the 10 reasons why you need to enter a multi stage ultra marathon.

Atacama Crossing (Chile) is an event that’s close to my heart because 5 years ago I was standing on that very same start line about to embark on the adventure of a lifetime. This would be the catalyst for everything else that followed, I just didn’t know it yet. Here are 5 multi stage ultramarathons you’ll want to enter in 2024.

Are you searching for a once in a lifetime experience that will challenge you, has bags of adventure and breath-taking views? Let me introduce you to the multi-stage ultramarathon. A multi day ultra is held over more than one day And they usually take place in spectacular and remote places that you never would have dreamt of visiting before.

Training for your first multi-stage ultra-marathon can often feel scary and intimidating. I want to open and share our training logs with you because I want you to know you are wildly capable of achieving something like this no matter where you are right now.

Has your mileage started to increase on those long weekend runs? Are you looking to spend a whole day on the trails or in the hills with friends or maybe you are looking to tackle your first ultra marathon? The reality is you don’t need to be running an ultra marathon to use a hydration vest.

What is the hardest ultra-marathon? I’ve seen this question banded around a lot recently but for starters there are so many factors that go into making an ultra-marathon ‘tough’. Whether that’s steep ascents and descents, gnarly terrain, unforgiving temperatures, or crazy long distances.

I see so many women getting sucked into marathon training because they think it’s the logical next step. But I am here to remind you that ultras are basically just longer slower marathons where you are practically encouraged to walk and eat a lot. If you’ve ever wondered what the difference is between a marathon and an ultra-marathon, I’ve got you covered.

It’s time to start thinking about autumn ultramarathons. I’ve onboarded a new athlete recently who’s training for England 50 with Ultra X in September and it’s getting me excited about autumn events again. Know you want to get something in the dairy for the end of the year but not sure where to look? Here are my 10 top picks for October ultramarathons in the UK.

I absolutely believe that you don’t have to be an elite runner to hire a running coach and for many of the women I work with, it’s the first time they have made that commitment. If you have big goals you want to achieve, you deserve to be supported. But how do you know when is the right time to invest in a running coach?

As summer ultramarathon events are edging ever closer, here’s comes the dreaded ‘T’ word that every ultrarunner fears – the taper. You’ve put in the miles; tapering should be the easy part. Here are 6 things you can do the week before your ultramarathon to help you avoid the taper tantrums.

In 2014 I stood on the start line of my first ultra-marathon. I was part of a women’s only ultra team. We were a group of 10 ordinary women, who were collectively taking on something bigger than anything we’d ever done before. We were becoming a part of something extraordinary.

Thinking about taking on your first ultra this year but unsure of which events are good options for first timers and which ones you should steer clear of? With no shortage of ultra marathons out there now, it can be tricky to know where you should begin and what considerations you should make when choosing your first event.

When I finished my first ultra marathon, I made a boat load of mistakes in getting to the start line. With over 6 years of ultra running under my belt, I truly wish I’d known a few things sooner because it would have helped avoid injury. And more importantly, I would have gotten their so much quicker and had heaps more fun along the way.

The average age to run an ultramarathon for the first time is 36, which has held fast for decades. The second most common age to do an ultra for the first time is 40. If you are considering stepping up to the ultra distance, there is absolutely no rush, age practically has no limit when it comes to ultrarunning.