Hal Koerner's Field Guide to Ultrarunning: Training for an Ultramarathon, from 50k to 100 Miles and Beyond

by Hal Koerner, Josh Bloomberg (Reader), Scott Jurek (Introduction)

Ultramarathons don't leave much room for mistakes. Don't learn the hard get a jump on training for an ultramarathon with Hal Koerner's Field Guide to Ultrarunning , a comprehensive handbook to running 30 to 100 miles and beyond, written by one of the most experienced and recognized athletes in the sport. Hal Koerner is among America's best ultrarunners with podium results in more than 90 ultramarathons. In his smart, down-to-earth handbook, Koerner shares hard-earned wisdom, field-tested habits, and insider tips to help you prepare for your ultra. You'll find guidance on exactly what you need to know to prepare for ultramarathon, ● best gear for ultrarunning ● fueling and hydration guidelines ● choosing an ultra ● trail-running technique ● first-aid advice ● beating altitude, storms, and heat ● race-day game plans ● crew and pacer tips ● mental strategies to get you to the finish line The guide offers three detailed training plans to prepare for 50K, 50-mile to 100K, and 100-mile ultramarathons. Start your ultra with confidence and finish it strong with Hal Koerner's Field Guide to Ultrarunning !

Genres: Sports

Audio CD

Published December 25, 2018

Reviews

[Mirel Florin · Rating 5 out of 5]

Every advice posible for endurance runners is in this book.

[Dr. Kshitija · Rating 5 out of 5]

I read this book while I was training for an ultramarathon, and I found it very useful. As ultra races are mostly trail runs, the author gives specific tips and techniques for uphill and downhill running. He covers cross-training, taper, stretching, etc too. A whole section is dedicated to nutrition and hydration. We can find a lot of information about this on the internet, but this author gives precise information on gels, salt, caffeine, and recovery drinks. As he is a very experienced ultramarathon, he shares his first-hand experience, which is very relevant. He has very useful pointers for choosing shoes, socks, clothing, hydration packs, flashlights, etc. His advice on basic medicatons to carry and how to deal with chaffing, and cramping are point on. He has summarised race day-specific advice too and in the end, he outlines training plans for different ultra distances.

[Giannechini · Rating 5 out of 5]

This book was perfect. I had just listened to Scott Jurek's "Eat & Run" and was really unsatisfied with it, turns out this book is what I was looking for. This guide is much more prescriptive that Jurek's (obviously, it's in the title), and Koerner comes off as much more humble, which is nice. I listened to it while doing a tough section of the TA, a grueling road walk on a hot day into Helena Bay, and then a very steep trail with gorgeous views. It really inspired me to get back into running when I finished the trail. I appreciated that he emphasized that it shouldn't be a suffer fest and that is likely causing permanent damage, also the distances required for training runs are much shorter than I would have imagined.

[Georgiacyn · Rating 5 out of 5]

I have run a few 50k's and run an hourly race in which I ran just under 34 miles. I would not consider myself a "true" ultra runner. I have been considering a 100k race in the spring. There are so many questions that I have, and this book covers it all in a straightforward fashion. It's a very worthwhile read.

[David Karp · Rating 5 out of 5]

Inspiring and informative. Once I get through my first marathon, it's possible I'll give a 50K run too! Highly recommended.

[Helen · Rating 4 out of 5]

Great book for someone training for their first ultra. Fairly basic information based mostly on the authors own experience.