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Ultra Trail Cape Town 100K Recap: How to Comeback From Setbacks in an Ultra with Alyssa Clark


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n this inspiring solocast, Everyday Ultra Coach Alyssa Clark breaks down her unforgettable experience racing the Ultra Trail Cape Town 100K — a race that pushed her, stretched her, and ultimately unlocked one of the strongest comebacks she’s ever made.

Alyssa pulls back the curtain on how she navigated world-class technical terrain, intense heat, international travel, and a race day that demanded every mental and physical tool she had. Most importantly, she shares the mindset, strategy, and internal shift that turned a challenging start into one of the most rewarding performances of her season.

If you’re an athlete who loves stories of resilience, growth, and finding your fight when it matters most, this one’s for you.

In This Episode, You’ll Learn:

  • How Alyssa reframed her race in real time to stay in the game

  • The exact moment she decided to flip the script and go all-in

  • The strategies she used to build momentum mile after mile

  • How she executed one of the strongest back-half pushes of her career

  • What this performance taught her about belief, patience, and betting on yourself

  • How traveling overseas for a big race can shape mindset, readiness, and confidence

  • Why UTCT instantly became one of her favorite courses in the world

If you want to feel fired up about your own running, tune in — this is a masterclass in resilience and self-trust.

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