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Artificial Intelligence (AI) has arrived with a bang, along with the excitement and discussions of a new technology, which can revolutionise entire industries. The coaching of athletes for trail and ultra running is not immune from this! So how well can AI be used for coaching as well as planning your training plan and racing? Well, first we’ll look at the quality of output from AI in generating a training plan for runners from a recent study. We already know that to be successful in trail running means having a well-crafted training plan. Unfortunately, many runners, especially beginners, might struggle with designing effective plans, may not know how to or may be reluctant to use a coach. AI could offer some solutions here by providing tailored training plans on a…

On 14 January, 2024 Donna Urquhart from Melbourne, Victoria crossed the finish line in Antarctica and set a new World Record for the longest run in a polar region, running an average of 50km per day over 28 days to reach 1,402km – a first for a female. Woah, I hear you breathe. Let’s put that into perspective, shall we? December and January temperatures in Antarctica are at their warmest, but that doesn’t mean a balmy 28-38°C. In fact, it generally gets up to only 0°C on a good day and the days rapidly get longer until eventually the sun doesn’t set at all. There is every chance it can get down to -60°C though, depending on how far into the continent you travel. Donna has a strong background in…

Ever been deep into a majestically wild and rugged run but felt that unsettling creep of anxiety? Did you budget 6 hours but with 9 hrs on the watch and still a way to go, realise you might have underestimated things? Maybe you set off in the sunshine but are surprised by driving rain and howling winds? Did visibility suddenly diminish, and you ponder whether you’re lost? Not having the right stuff in your pack, but the right knowledge in your head, can turn a beautiful run into a disastrous one, so it’s important to get the right advice from the right people. Duncan Maughan is the CEO of RemoteMed, a company that offers First Aid and emergency medical response to outdoor events, including mountain ultras, and Duncan in particular…

If you’re in the market for race fuel that’s clean, look no further than PURE Sports Nutrition because this is the quality your body’s been screaming for. Right off the bat, the brand markets itself as without artificial ingredients or colours, and being trail runners that’s super enticing. Even better, it’s developed and produced in New Zealand using the highest quality natural ingredients, with the creators (Simon Kraak and Marewa Sutherland) knowing firsthand the importance of using the right fuel to support training and racing – they’re athletes themselves. They’ve got some pretty amazing athletes under their name too, including golfer Caitlin Cotterill, track cyclist Sami Donnelly, rally driver Emma Gilmour, hockey player Rose Tynan, mountain biker Laura Goldsworthy, endurance runner Eddie Dawkins, the Hurricanes Rugby Union team plus a…

In the realm of distance running, the pursuit of personal bests doesn’t have to fade as the years advance. Dan King, a masterful American runner in the 60-64 age bracket, exemplifies this with his astonishing trio of records achieved in 2020 on December 11. In a single day, King clocked a 4:52 mile (then a world record), a 9:58 3000m (American record) and a 16:48 5000m (then American record), setting a new standard for runners in his age group and offering inspiration for athletes everywhere. King’s approach to training, which he dubs ‘Easy Speed’ has garnered attention not only for its efficacy but also for its ability to minimise injury risk while promoting impressive performances. King runs track, and cross country, but I believe trail runners will also benefit from…

It’s the middle of a Perth heat wave, and three blokes from the northern suburbs are pushing their way through a horde of rapacious, vulgar flies. The sun bearing down on them, the humidity like being in a sauna that won’t turn off, brothers Simon and Andrew Poli together with mate Nick Swallow, trudge through what feels like an endless temperature spike with killer flies at every piece of exposed skin. They started a couple days earlier, driving about 170km south from Perth along the coast to the City of Bunbury suburb Picton, where they took their first steps along the old junction of the Bunbury train line. The aim was to run along the Picton to Northcliffe railway line, which was constructed in the late 1880s and where specific…

23-26 NOVEMBER 2023 – GRAMPIANS, VICTORIA, AUSTRALIA: It’s Stage 1 – 49.5km, from Mt Zero to Halls Gap. An elevation of 2,000m+/2,040m-. At a glacial pace, I edged with trepidation beneath the starting gantry of the inaugural GPT100 stage run. Immediately I stepped into the jaws of the foremost of many ascents to be undertaken over the coming four days. Step by step, stair by stair. The late spring morning light sharpened the vivid oranges and stately greys of the daunting and majestic western face of Mt Staplyton, as we sidled along its ominous rocky flank. From there, fortunately the trail opened up into a series of well-crafted flowy trails, before digging in for the pinch of the stage which was a 530m+ ascent of Mt Difficulty with dramatic views…

With a few weeks off work for Christmas 2023 and some residual fitness from a 100 miler, I craved an epic adventure, and the Western Arthurs beckoned. I enlisted mate Justin Dyer for a New Year’s Eve mission to round out a big year of running, so we put it on our calendars and convinced our partners to come along for a camping trip. Three days earlier, I went to a music festival and had a monstrous drinking session. After more than 300 days of abstinence, I finally let the hedonistic urge to binge get the better of me and so I was still suffering from the deleterious effects of alcohol while frantically preparing for the run. I had a busy day of packing then picking up my partner Lauren…

Now, normally I don’t ever talk about what’s in my pants. Those are my little secrets…but today, I shall make the exception and let loose. By now I’m sure you’ve all seen the ads on television and online for Step One undies, showcasing all the features that make the brand stand out from the rest, right? Creator Greg Taylor started Step One from his home and his small office, now having evolved into a powerhouse that’s turned into a multi-million dollar empire with more than 1.5 million happy customers…not to get all techy, but it’s pretty impressive that within four years he’s started trading on the Australian Stock Exchange. Initially started as a men’s brand, Step One has now broadened its horizons into a women’s range and includes not just the body…

My first 100km event was the Surf Coast Century, on my home trails of Wadawurrung Country along Victoria’s coastline. For the first 20km, I was surrounded by other runners before the field spaced out, and I had the beautiful bush all to myself. Eavesdropping on the conversations of my fellow runners provided good entertainment, distracting me from the existential questions of ‘Why did I sign up for this?!’ and ‘How am I going to survive 80 more kilometres?!’ I was very green to the trail and ultra scene and was an eager student of the sport. The chatter between two male runners drifted on the sea breeze as they spoke about gaining stones and points so they could, eventually – hopefully – maybe – get a ballot for an international…

What will I think tomorrow when I’m showered, belly full of food and in my warm bed? Will I be pumped to have completed the adventure or will I be in a deep low because I quit? Too many thoughts go through my mind; I’m hurting, bad. I’ve been running for 21 hours.…110km with 140km to go. As I’m winding through the mountains of the Southern Hunter Valley, I begin falling asleep. It’s not a good sign. This seems insurmountable. I’m Cal, a 37yo guy from the Central Coast. I like running, but I’m not that good at it and I’m certainly not very fast. I don’t really even look like a runner – hell, I have a dad bod! When I set this challenge there were doubters, and I…

Skratch labs is all about making and designing sports nutrition to help athletes perform better without offending the gut or tastebuds, and I’ve been converted already. Always one to try something different, the lemon+lime super high carb sport drink mix was my fuel for the first (12.5km) lap of the True Blue (Australia Day) 50km Ultra held in Australind, Western Australia,, in January earlier this year. It mixed easily with 500ml of water in my hand held, and was the perfect blend of flavour, hydration and nutrition, setting me up for a good race. I liked this so much that I’ve since purchased both flavours of the multi-serve bag, and will use this as part of my field strategy for an upcoming multi-day solo run. The ingredients list is simple:…

If you still haven’t found the perfect all-rounder shorts, ladies…it might be time to stop looking. Live and Breathe is the next generation of Catfish Apparel, so they aren’t new to the activewear world. With strong ties to the sport of triathlon, this new iteration of the business is (excitingly) becoming a strong contender in running apparel with their expanding range but still in keeping with their core values and flare for beautiful prints. LAB operate out of Sydney’s northern beaches and constantly demonstrate how important their sporting community is to them. You’ll frequently find the team, led by co-owner and head of marketing Lana Threlfall, on the sidelines of events dishing out free high fives with Super Mario Bros Power Up-style energy levels and enthusiasm to keep your spirits…