Ultra Running Training & Preparation Good coaching and solid training are crucial for ultra runners to reach their full potential and achieve their goals. Ultra running demands not only physical endurance but also mental resilience, proper planning and the right kit to perform. Our partnership with The Altitude Centre provides runners with a comprehensive introduction to ultra running.
The Altitude Centre offers advanced performance testing, such as VO2Max and lactate threshold testing, to accurately gauge fitness levels, identify strengths and weaknesses, and build tailored training plans. Their specialised facilities and equipment help simulate race conditions, allowing runners to acclimatise to various environments, from high altitudes to extreme heat. Together, Montane and The Altitude Centre offer a comprehensive approach to training, helping runners prevent injuries, optimise their performance, and confidently tackle the gruelling demands of ultra marathons.
Altitude training is known to improve endurance performance. Training at altitude enhances oxygen delivery to the muscles - boosting endurance and overall performance. You can train at The Altitude Centre or have equipment delivered to your home.
Acclimatise to the heat and/or humidity of actual race conditions - now available at The Altitude Centre. Their experts will plan your heat acclimation based on your individual responses to the heat and your goal race, with your training monitored via state of the art core body temperature analysis. Sweat tests are also available to accurately design your hydration strategy for your chosen event.
Fitness tests like VO2Max and lactate threshold testing allow accurate assessment of your training zones, ensuring you train smart as well as hard.
Coaching services tailored to ultra runners. These services can be done in person at their facility or remotely, offering flexibility and convenience, and cover all aspects of your training including strength & conditioning, mobility and the other 1 percenters to optimise your preparation. Their experienced coaches have worked with ultra athletes stepping up toultra for the first time, as well as those aiming for the podiums of some of the world’s most prestigious ultra races. They live by a philosophy of test, train, re-test to maximise performance, ensuring you are ready for the demands of ultra running
Our partnership with the UK’s number one altitude training specialists takes the guess work out of preparing for an ultra event. You can find out more about their Fitness services here: The Altitude Centre
Take your training to the next level and learn more about your body and its requirements to adapt and operate at high altitudes. Training for high altitude before you head into the mountains will give your body the best chance of adapting well.
