Articles by Shawn McDonald

Experiment of One: Training for a 24 Hour: Part 1

Races of 24 hours in duration are a yardstick in the sport of ultrarunning, having been contested for decades around the world, dating hack to the 1800s. Athletes in these events are seeking the answer to the question: h...

More Questions and Answers about Racing Ultras

In this month’s column we’ll review several questions that both new and veteran ultrarunners have asked about competing in races. The tips given and discussion points covered should apply to most runners. Keep...