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Training for your first ultra? Don’t get stuck stressing over the perfect race, perfect training plan, or perfect gear. In this episode, I break down three things that aren’t worth overthinking and what to do instead.
1. Picking the Perfect Race
The perfect race doesn’t exist. Instead, choose one that:
✅ Excites you
✅ Fits your budget & schedule
✅ Works for your location
2. Finding the Perfect Training Plan
There’s no one-size-fits-all plan—life happens, and you’ll need to adapt. Instead of chasing perfection:
✅ Start with what has worked for you in past training
✅ Track your progress (TrainingPeaks, notebook, spreadsheet)
✅ Focus on **consistency** and **adjusting as needed**
3. Buying Expensive Gear Right Away
You don’t need to break the bank! Start with what you have and add essentials as you go:
👟 New shoes (when needed)
🎒 Hydration pack
🧥 Weather-appropriate layers
⌚️ Watch with extra features (only if necessary)
🔥 30-Day Shakedown Challenge is going strong with 50+ participants!
🚪 She Runs Ultras Membership reopens in May with big updates!
🛍️ She Runs Ultras Store is launching! Pre-orders for coffee mugs & t-shirts start next week—watch your inbox & social media!
⭐️ GET THE FREE ULTIMATE 50K TRAINING TOOLKIT
➡️ CLICK HERE TO JOIN MY PRIVATE FACEBOOK GROUP
📸 FOLLOW ME ON INSTAGRAM
📝 IF I HELPED YOU RUN YOUR FIRST ULTRA, FILL OUT THIS FORM
By Meghan Gould4.9
9393 ratings
Training for your first ultra? Don’t get stuck stressing over the perfect race, perfect training plan, or perfect gear. In this episode, I break down three things that aren’t worth overthinking and what to do instead.
1. Picking the Perfect Race
The perfect race doesn’t exist. Instead, choose one that:
✅ Excites you
✅ Fits your budget & schedule
✅ Works for your location
2. Finding the Perfect Training Plan
There’s no one-size-fits-all plan—life happens, and you’ll need to adapt. Instead of chasing perfection:
✅ Start with what has worked for you in past training
✅ Track your progress (TrainingPeaks, notebook, spreadsheet)
✅ Focus on **consistency** and **adjusting as needed**
3. Buying Expensive Gear Right Away
You don’t need to break the bank! Start with what you have and add essentials as you go:
👟 New shoes (when needed)
🎒 Hydration pack
🧥 Weather-appropriate layers
⌚️ Watch with extra features (only if necessary)
🔥 30-Day Shakedown Challenge is going strong with 50+ participants!
🚪 She Runs Ultras Membership reopens in May with big updates!
🛍️ She Runs Ultras Store is launching! Pre-orders for coffee mugs & t-shirts start next week—watch your inbox & social media!
⭐️ GET THE FREE ULTIMATE 50K TRAINING TOOLKIT
➡️ CLICK HERE TO JOIN MY PRIVATE FACEBOOK GROUP
📸 FOLLOW ME ON INSTAGRAM
📝 IF I HELPED YOU RUN YOUR FIRST ULTRA, FILL OUT THIS FORM

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