Training

Learn about the basics of effective heat training from the experts at CTS.

Carrie Meng is chasing a Western States silver buckle—training for 18,000 feet of vert from pancake-flat Florida. See how she’s getting race-ready as a flatlander!

A Runner's Guide to Smart Hydration

Isometric strength training builds muscle, strengthens and stiffens tendons, and helps prevent injury—making it a powerful, low-skill tool for ultrarunners to train smarter.

Reclaim the joy in your miles. Here’s how adding play to your training can boost performance, fight burnout, and keep you in love with the run.

Capacity Discrepancy happens when athletes transition to running from non-weight-bearing sports like cycling. This article shows how strength and mobility training can help prevent injuries and support healthy development.

Looking for an ultra coach? Focus on their credentials, experience, and - most importantly - how well you click. The best coaches blend data-driven training with personalized support while truly listening to your goals and concerns. After all, you'll be talking with them a lot during those big training blocks.

In our ASK A COACH series, CTS Pro Coach Sarah Scozzaro tackles your ultrarunning questions and shares powerful training insights to take your performance to the next level.