DOCTOR’S ORDERS
Tempted to try an ultra? International runner DR ANDREW MURRAY gives his tips on how to tackle the challenge and stay healthy
DR ANDREW MURRAY
Dr Andrew Murray: has vast experience of ultra-races
Picture: Courtesy of Merrell UK
The human body is capable of anything. I think that it’s possible for pretty much anyone to go and do an ultra marathon. It is hard work – there are no shortcuts. It will take a fair bit of training, it will take a fair bit of dedication and getting ready for.
To go beyond the marathon is a significant extra effort. Essentially it’s the case that you have to work your way up. To do a half-marathon, then a marathon, then an ultra and beyond would be a sensible way of doing it. Tick off these steps because it’s great to know how you’re doing, to be confident that you are going to achieve what you have set out to do.