Your ability to suffer through and bounce back from the inevitable periods of discomfort, apathy and fatigue during a run has much more to do with your state of mind than your physical state, unless you are hampered by a genuine, significant injury that impairs your physical ability to run. Mental Toughness: Put another way, “mental toughness” means tolerance for unpleasant experiences. To become an ultrarunner, you should strive to develop the following nonphysical attributes: The book offers extensive information on developing trail-specific skills, adapting your training for ultra distances and reaching goals on race day. This writing is excerpted from The Trail Runner’s Companion: A Step-by-Step Guide to Trail Running and Racing, From 5Ks to Ultras, by Trail Runner contributing editor Sarah Lavender Smith. Heading out the door? Read this article on the new Outside+ app available now on iOS devices for members!
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