It’s the start of a new year, and maybe you’ve always wanted to do an ultramarathon. If you’re a road marathoner, the jump won’t be all that much—an “ultra” is anything longer than 26.2 miles. The ...

How to get started ultra running: 11 key tips for beginners 1. Build a base A beginner can certainly complete an ultramarathon, we are all beginners when it comes to taking on a distance for the first ...

Mirna Valerio is an ultramarathoner who runs the "Fat Girl Running" blog. She wants people to know that anyone can be a runner. Valerio gave four tips for people wanting to get into running, no matter ...