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How Numbers Show You’re Probably Starting Your Ultramarathon Too Fast

July 16, 2014 / Olivia S. Rissland / 12 Comments

It’s a well-accepted approach in sports that the fastest way to a finish line is with negative splits—i.e. to get faster as the race progresses. In the ultrarunning community, this approach more resembles a sacred mantra than a mere guideline. Continue reading →

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