It’s no longer just anecdotal: science backs up what we’re seeing on the finish line. When it comes to extreme endurance, women often perform better over longer distances and durations. Why? 

Here’s why the Ultra Tour of Arran is an unmissable challenge, and everything you need to know before you hit the trail. The Rat Race Ultra Tour of Arran (UTA) is Scotland at its wildest and most wonderful, a rugged, 2-day, fully-supported ultramarathon that takes you across an island dubbed “Scotland in miniature.” From glens and ridges to forest trails and coastal views, this is an ultra like no other.

Signing up for a 100-mile ultra has long meant navigating a maze of prerequisites: qualifying races, harsh cut-offs, vetting processes, and an unspoken expectation that only elite, ‘serious’ runners need apply. For years, 100 milers were treated as the exclusive domain of the 0.001%, those with perfect training logs, sub-elite marathon times, or enough free time and money to dedicate their lives to the trail. Until now.

Your questions answered about running or walking a 100 mile ultramarathon

A run through the mandatory kit list for The Wall with linked examples and top tips.

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The pros of using poles on your next ultramarathon and tips to get the most out of them.

The Wall is an huge undertaking, but how does it feel when you're tackling this adventure? Our 2023 #ratracers told us in their own words.

We asked our amazing #ratracer community what their best tips were when it comes to running The Wall and we think you can apply them to...

Our top 10 reasons that make The Wall ultra the perfect first ultramarathon for those looking to go the distance.