HOW TO RUN YOUR FIRST 100K RACE! Ultramarathon tips, gel taste test and general update!

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  • @SarahPlace
    @SarahPlace  3 роки тому +24

    leave any more ultra tips down in the comments below and help each other out :)

  • @2487jemma
    @2487jemma 3 роки тому +167

    Please dont stop making the videos, its really nice to see a female runners videos!! And yours are really down to earth and relatable.

    • @SarahPlace
      @SarahPlace  3 роки тому +5

      aw thank you, i don't have plans to stop, i just don't know how i was doing it so consistently before! but will hopefully film my race on saturday so there'll be another vid up soon!

    • @PZJBimha
      @PZJBimha 3 роки тому

      I agree

    • @konrad983
      @konrad983 3 роки тому

      I just love you both. So enormous energy you spread across and just having good fun running and exercise 🤜🤛 thank you for making such a inspiring content on UA-cam. It's better than these goofy clips from well-known UA-camrs for teenagers ... So happy that you two make UA-cam

  • @Johnjds
    @Johnjds 3 роки тому +52

    Best advice I ever got was: keep it simple, run aid station to aid station, and raid them like you paid for them (because you did) 👍

  • @keeganbosch8165
    @keeganbosch8165 7 місяців тому +4

    I've got my first 100k coming up this weekend, and I came here just looking for some last-minute tips and tricks, what I didn't expect to get was exactly the confidence boost I needed. "If you can run a marathon, you can run 100k" is exactly what I needed to hear today!

    • @na-dk9vm
      @na-dk9vm 2 місяці тому

      How did you get on?? I've mine in 5 weeks, could you give me some tips??

  • @9blowtorch
    @9blowtorch 3 роки тому +10

    I've done two ultramarathon runs so far, so still a newbie but
    1. You do not need to wait for a checkpoint to eat (or use a gel). In fact, it actually might be a better idea to use gels while moving.
    2. If your gel does not have salts in it, take salt tablets of some kind, you'll be very glad for it. Ideally do this the same time you use the gel.
    3. Top up with food at checkpoints. Feels nice to have *something* solid to eat every so often.
    I am still not sure whether to do a third Country to Capital in January, but I'm almost certain about doing the NDW 50 next year - I have had the tab open in my browser for days! I'm not sure I will have any 50k runs under my belt as part of the prep tho!
    Edit: Good luck with your run!

  • @DIYTechRepairs
    @DIYTechRepairs 3 роки тому +4

    Great video. My tip doing longer runs or ultras is 1. Make sure your head is with you. Have a backup plan so if something happens just take it like it is. Many People give Up because their plan didnt hold Up. 2. Take Care of your Body! Change socks jf needed. Clean out dirt from your shoes. Make sure nothing is shafing!!! A blister can ruin your run. 3. Have fun. See it as an adventure instead of a must do!
    With above you can do whatever is ahead of you :)

  • @russamehta
    @russamehta 3 роки тому +10

    Just great to have you back. I love your videos, you are so natural so I find it hard to believe you are uncomfortable in front of a camera. Good luck in the North Downs 50 miler. Just typing that fills me with awe.

    • @SarahPlace
      @SarahPlace  3 роки тому +1

      ah thank you russa! i must admit it's a lot easier when i'm out on a trail totally by myself with no one to be seen for miles! if i am filming with people around that's when i fall apart haha!

  • @forestplanemountain
    @forestplanemountain 2 роки тому +1

    My 4 tips:
    Cycling gloves on trail ultras have saved my hands countless times.
    Planning what you’ll do at aid stations as you approach: bottles out, lids off, etc. helps me (it’s like choreographing triathlon transitions).
    Also, for pacing when I’ve done a race before, having aid station splits written on my number or pinned to my vest helps me have something to aim for.
    Finally, having a goal of getting the right ratio of walking from the beginning and training for uphill power walking really seemed to help my endurance.

  • @WaltonVideos
    @WaltonVideos 3 роки тому +7

    The youtuber we all want but don’t deserve.

  • @kristoffergreaves2654
    @kristoffergreaves2654 3 роки тому +6

    Hi, from Australia - I like your videos and the practical approach you adopt - please keep them coming!

  • @juliemckie72
    @juliemckie72 3 роки тому +2

    Great video Sarah - I totally agree about not stopping long at aid stations, and sitting down is the worse thing you can do - just keep moving. And that’s a great tip about not putting food in the back of your pack, what seems quite ‘easy’ to do at any other time can be a massive faff when you’re running an ultra!! You need to do everything you can to minimise the faff-factor! Best of luck next Saturday ☺️

  • @peterseager6970
    @peterseager6970 3 роки тому +2

    My top tip would be ‘look after your feet’. I thought I had done it all right before my 50k back in Feb, but ended up with the worst blisters in my life. The discomfort certainly made the last ten k,s ‘interesting’.
    Two causes I think - Shoes may not have been fully broken in (rookie mistake ) and I didn’t put any Vaseline or other anti chafe on. Have since been introduced to a product called ‘Gurneygoo’, which is great!
    Also, good to see you back Sarah and keep the vids coming 👍

    • @BatTechnologies
      @BatTechnologies 3 роки тому

      I was going to say the same thing. Good feet care is essential. If it is going to be a wet race (and I believe you are in the Arc @Sarah Place) then something to protect your feet is really needed. I'm a fan of Vaseline - and a lot of it - but there is other stuff out there.

  • @petercornelius5216
    @petercornelius5216 3 роки тому +1

    It's been so long! I hope you come back and remain in front of the camera. You're my favorite running youtuber. We need you back!

  • @stevehurn2420
    @stevehurn2420 3 роки тому +4

    So pleased when I saw you had a new video up and the perfect one too, as I have just started training for my first ultra. Thank you Sarah

  • @apgwilym
    @apgwilym 3 роки тому +53

    You're great in front of the camera.

    • @SarahPlace
      @SarahPlace  3 роки тому +1

      ahh that is so kind thank you!

  • @franziliciouslife5412
    @franziliciouslife5412 3 роки тому +4

    ah you’re back! so happy! please keep it up! it’s so refreshing and inspiring to see a female runner on youtube 💪🏻

  • @wildgingerruns
    @wildgingerruns 3 роки тому +2

    Great tips Sarah really nice to have all the advice out on the trails!

  • @hughmainwaring9187
    @hughmainwaring9187 3 роки тому +1

    Lovely and positive. Bravo. ( In a moment of madness am going from almost Zero to 50 miles race [North Canum, 3rd July] in a month. That said I am getting fitter just watching these informative videos.]

  • @Micky1884
    @Micky1884 3 роки тому +4

    Yay ! Great to see you back. Love your videos Sarah, really interesting and informative and you're a natural infront of the camera.

  • @steevoridgeline
    @steevoridgeline Рік тому

    that was quality time with you ! thanks also for the gel ratings !

  • @ManuelMartinez-wj3cb
    @ManuelMartinez-wj3cb 3 роки тому +2

    I am glad to see you back. You are an inspiration. I have my half marathon in July.

  • @richarddefries457
    @richarddefries457 3 роки тому +1

    Glad to see you back.. Pls make lots more videos, they are fun to watch x

  • @lefterisnydras4860
    @lefterisnydras4860 Рік тому

    Hi from London Sarah!
    I must say i LOVE your videos and your editing.
    Keep us part in your journey!

  • @ImRhys
    @ImRhys 3 роки тому +2

    Please keep the videos coming Sarah! 😁 You and Ben are a breath of fresh air on UA-cam, and always have been.

  • @leonaleewong
    @leonaleewong 3 роки тому +1

    So wonderful to see you back with a new vid! Love them :)

  • @davidskidmore56
    @davidskidmore56 3 роки тому +1

    Welcome back - great video !
    Doing my 1st ultra Run to Sea (Brighton ) at beginning of June !
    Trying to make that transition from road/track to trail!
    Miss your videos - top quality and great runs and routes

    • @SarahPlace
      @SarahPlace  3 роки тому

      thank you david! best of luck with your race, sounds like a fun one! will have to look it up!

  • @Beautybyjessica1
    @Beautybyjessica1 3 роки тому +1

    I’ve missed your videos!! I haven’t done an ultra, but watching all of your videos convinced me to do my first marathon in July!! Hopefully I’ll get the courage to do an ultra some day!

  • @DanRuns
    @DanRuns 3 роки тому +4

    Looking forward to sharing the NDW50 course with you. Thanks for the tips!

    • @SarahPlace
      @SarahPlace  3 роки тому +1

      woohoo can't wait!!

    • @DanRuns
      @DanRuns 3 роки тому

      @@SarahPlace Bring some sunshine please!

  • @runningoneddie
    @runningoneddie 3 роки тому

    Some great advice Sarah. I haven't run an ultra yet but have done plenty of fulls. I have no desire to do an ultra but I loved seeing your run and your attitude towards it. I love seeing all the breaks too. For getting in the long runs sometimes it is just about time on your feet and getting used to being tired.
    Glad to see you post again and love the scenery. Get Ben to post a video!!! You guys always inspire me and keep me motivated.

  • @mintcloud5026
    @mintcloud5026 3 роки тому +3

    Fab video, Sarah! It's great to see you again too

    • @SarahPlace
      @SarahPlace  3 роки тому

      thank you, glad you enjoyed!

  • @DevRunner
    @DevRunner 3 роки тому +2

    I love your friendly and inviting approach to ultrarunning! You make me want to leap into that world... But first I want a new road marathon PR... 😆! Keep pushing!

  • @jonathanvedia5443
    @jonathanvedia5443 3 роки тому

    Great Video and perfect timing. I will be running my first Ultra in June. Running 53 miles on beach trails in South Carolina.

  • @jeffw654
    @jeffw654 3 роки тому +3

    I ran a 100km race on the weekend. I had issues for the first 34km where my stomach was upset, so I didn't eat or drink. I was losing steam and starting to cramp. Once my stomach settled I was able to eat food and gels and drink. I started to bounce back and after the 45km aid station where I ate even more and drank a Coke, I felt like I could run again, but took a big stack. I was able to get the rest done, but it was very difficult.
    My biggest takeaway is to train your stomach to eat from the start. When you start with an energy deficit it will be difficult to eat enough to catch back.

  • @shtefanoo
    @shtefanoo 3 роки тому

    Great energy and amazing smile :) i ran my first ultra last September , a 56k with about 6500 feet of elevation.Lesson learned : never eat something cooked by the organisers if you don`t know the source.Saves you from extra time in the bushes :))

  • @AMostlyFunctionalJess
    @AMostlyFunctionalJess 3 роки тому

    Always great to have some insight! Got my first ultra coming up in October (hopefully!)

  • @yvettemichalski1094
    @yvettemichalski1094 3 роки тому

    Running my first ultra in Oct. Sooooo good to hear your first comment if you can run a marathon you can run a 50mile or 100km. That’s me sorted (in my head at least!)

  • @mats271979
    @mats271979 3 роки тому +1

    Good to see you back. Nice advice as always.

  • @markconnelly4009
    @markconnelly4009 3 роки тому

    Welcome back Sarah. Great video so well edited! Some great tips shared & good luck for your 50.

  • @susanwiggins6309
    @susanwiggins6309 3 роки тому

    Good luck with your race Sarah!

  • @jamiexavier6654
    @jamiexavier6654 3 роки тому

    Brilliant video Sarah and thanks for posting - still do an ultra but one day maybe! Wishing you the very best of luck for Saturday!

  • @James-Henderson
    @James-Henderson 3 роки тому

    I haven't ran an ultra before but i have done a 62 mile walk for Oxfam (Trailwalker) Running I have done a couple of marathons. I plan on doing an Ultra next year, probably the 100k from Weymouth to Exmouth with Climb South West. Videos like this are brilliant. Thank you for making them and sharing them with us.

  • @Kelly_Ben
    @Kelly_Ben 3 роки тому +1

    What a beautiful place to run! Thanks for the tips. When I was training for my first 50k, I put lightly carbonated Nuun into a hard flask and tucked it into the top back of my vest. Just after starting my long run it exploded, covering my hair with fruity goodness.

    • @SarahPlace
      @SarahPlace  3 роки тому +1

      ahahahah amazing! at least your hair will have been beautifully hydrated!

    • @Kelly_Ben
      @Kelly_Ben 3 роки тому

      @@SarahPlace 😂

  • @richardbrown1573
    @richardbrown1573 3 роки тому

    Fab video + great tips as always. Really enjoy the quality content you post. I found, as you’ve mentioned previously, that doing a recce of the course was invaluable ahead of the event. All the best for NDW50!

  • @Frankie_apollo1717
    @Frankie_apollo1717 2 роки тому

    Training for my first ultra! Thanks a lot for all the tips

  • @misiekstaszic
    @misiekstaszic 3 роки тому +2

    As ATB says: "Don't stop" (making videos). Good to see you again! 💪

  • @runningwithdr.andrewdpt9177
    @runningwithdr.andrewdpt9177 3 роки тому

    Great Video!! Loved the scenery!! I haven’t run a ultra yet. One mistake I make with marathons is taking off too fast. Good luck to your race!! Welcome back!!

  • @tomh9064
    @tomh9064 3 роки тому

    Great tips, I have my first ultra later this year so the tips really help. Thanks!

  • @clairel3730
    @clairel3730 3 роки тому +1

    Great video Sarah. I am so impressed with your ability to find routes where ever you happen to be. 😃 and to run them by yourself.
    I wish I was that brave 🙂 Good luck for the 22nd.

    • @SarahPlace
      @SarahPlace  3 роки тому

      ah it's no biggie, i just love exploring and having some time to myself 😅

    • @clairel3730
      @clairel3730 3 роки тому +1

      @@SarahPlace You are very modest ! Any tips would be welcomed, especially those of us that don't have a map on our wrists. Thanks in advance 😀

  • @laymcintyre
    @laymcintyre 3 роки тому

    Hi Sarah, what a great video. brilliant content and it was so nice to see North Wales. I grew up in the Clywdians, the mountain range not far from where you were running. Just wanted to say I really enjoyed it. Keep up the good work

  • @daniduc
    @daniduc 3 роки тому

    Hi Sarah, thanks for the tips (duly noted) - and for the plan for my first ultra next year :) looking forward to put it in action. Good luck on your race!

  • @tonypotter9578
    @tonypotter9578 3 роки тому

    Great run and good luck with your next race!

  • @essextrails
    @essextrails 3 роки тому

    Great video Sarah. Good to see you back. All the best for your 50 miler at the weekend.

  • @jacobriis7859
    @jacobriis7859 3 роки тому

    Happy running Sarah and thanks for the update

  • @haroldbaker8869
    @haroldbaker8869 3 роки тому

    I just started watching you and Ben last week so I'm glad you're back uploading! I moved to Woolwich not long ago and had some crap runs when I arrived. You guys brought the spark back to running in London!
    (PS UA-cam recommended your channel first, sorry Ben.)

  • @michaelenwright875
    @michaelenwright875 3 роки тому

    Saw Sarah at Sikhs in the city D2D. Wanted to say Thanks to Sarah. Your videos on kits and starting out doing Ultras are excellent 👏👏

  • @sandraonabudget
    @sandraonabudget 3 роки тому

    I'll be running rim to rim to rim in the grand canyon in the U.S. in the spring and your videos are so helpful. Great tips. I've never run an "official" ultra, and I've definitely never trained for one, llthough I have run ultra-distances before. your tips for running and training are so helpful for me right now! Maybe I'll start sharing my experience just to hold myself accountable because it's so much this first time around!

  • @petergibbs6993
    @petergibbs6993 3 роки тому

    Sarah, great stuff and I agree about the Huma gels they are amazing. You videos are consistently high quality, please keep them up because even if you do like the editing you are a natural vlogger too. Good luck on the North Downs 50 👍

  • @AimeeandApollo
    @AimeeandApollo 3 роки тому

    Missed you Sarah! Goodluck for this weekend! xxx

  • @notjustamumfromcumbria2563
    @notjustamumfromcumbria2563 3 роки тому

    Great to see you back love your videos x

  • @jamesmarsden1505
    @jamesmarsden1505 3 роки тому

    Great run at the NDW50 Sarah! love the gel reviews, glad the vids are back💪

  • @clareJCW
    @clareJCW 3 роки тому

    Good luck Sarah! 🏃‍♀️

  • @johndudley2030
    @johndudley2030 3 роки тому

    Good luck on Saturday Sarah. Might see you on the course

  • @SeeChadRun
    @SeeChadRun 3 роки тому

    Thanks for the video and the advice! Great job on your training as well! I've got an up-and-coming 50k race so this video is very timely. It's technically my first ultra race but not my first ultra distance. I'm very excited!

  • @runningwoman7207
    @runningwoman7207 3 роки тому

    What a fun video to watch! 🏃‍♀️🏃‍♀️🏃‍♀️🏃‍♀️ Beautiful area to run in.... all I have is local track to run on 😢 I have never ran an ultra but would love to try it! I have ran 6 marathons

  • @ezdancewithvi
    @ezdancewithvi 2 роки тому

    Nice Sarah! your Video so Motivating. Thank you for sharing this!

  • @CrazyRamUK
    @CrazyRamUK 3 роки тому

    Welcome back Sarah!!!

  • @studiokmrphotography
    @studiokmrphotography 3 роки тому

    Always a great inspiration. Best of luck on your upcoming ultra💪

  • @darrenbristow206
    @darrenbristow206 2 роки тому

    Another great video with more useful tips. I'm definitely going to start planning my training runs with plenty of Co-ops en route 😉😂

  • @MihaliWheeler
    @MihaliWheeler 3 роки тому

    Great tips. Planning to run one next year

  • @danspittle6529
    @danspittle6529 3 роки тому

    Loved this video! Great tips. You and Ben are amazing people. Keep up the great work. 👍🏻

  • @damianreid2452
    @damianreid2452 3 роки тому

    Some gorgeous countryside there. Beautiful day too. Impossible not to enjoy running on days like those.

  • @neilmartin1335
    @neilmartin1335 3 роки тому

    Thanks for the tips! I’m nervous as hell about my first 100k on the Southdowns on the 30th. I’m doing all the things you suggest so that’s giving me some confidence. just got to get my head into the challenge ahead! Great to have you back, thanks again! 🤘

    • @SarahPlace
      @SarahPlace  3 роки тому +1

      ah you will be great neil! south downs is one of the loveliest routes in the country, it'll be an amazing day out and it's so runnable so will be perfect for a first 100k. and the hills will help break it up a bit as well. enjoy! i am jealous!!!

    • @neilmartin1335
      @neilmartin1335 3 роки тому

      @@SarahPlace Thank you Sarah! I’ll be wearing my black “gettingitdone” cap so what could possible go wrong😆👊

  • @rayneprendergast3338
    @rayneprendergast3338 3 роки тому

    Love your videos they are so down to earth and easy to relate. Good luck with the race!! Hope you have some time off after 😄

  • @graham8854
    @graham8854 3 роки тому

    Thanks for the tips. I ran my first marathon and 50k last year. Hoping to move towards 100k next year. Love your's and Ben's channels. :-)

    • @SarahPlace
      @SarahPlace  3 роки тому

      ah thanks graham! congrats on the marathon and 50k, tough going in 2020 conditions! well done!

  • @axelkronholm8850
    @axelkronholm8850 3 роки тому

    This was great! Love your videos Sarah

  • @emmaholmes5
    @emmaholmes5 3 роки тому

    Lovely to see you back Sarah! My tips for an ultra would be 1️⃣ keep moving 2️⃣ keep smiling 3️⃣ keep eating! There’s absolutely nothing beats the feeling of the finish line at an ultra 😁😁😁

    • @SarahPlace
      @SarahPlace  3 роки тому

      love this emma!! so simple but so true!

  • @HereWeAreRunning
    @HereWeAreRunning 3 роки тому

    I'm also running the NDW50 on Saturday. It's going to be my first Ultra race, I've run 50K twice before. Thanks for the tips, I'm sure they'll help and I know I'll also learn lots from the experience on the day. Can't wait to get to the start line now. Best of luck 👍

    • @SarahPlace
      @SarahPlace  3 роки тому

      ah you will love it, it's such a great route! best of luck for it!

  • @peelman12345
    @peelman12345 3 роки тому

    Hi Sarah
    Great video as per usual!
    Thought I’d let you know I took your advice on the Garmin 945. Awesome so far! Thanks for the advice 👍🏼

  • @runbyron
    @runbyron 3 роки тому

    It’s fun and informative to watch your videos. I really enjoy the scenery. 👍

  • @Adam-xx2tz
    @Adam-xx2tz 3 роки тому

    Amazing! Thanks for the tips!

  • @NicBen
    @NicBen 3 роки тому

    Brilliant video thanks for all the tips Sarah 😊👍🏻

  • @PZJBimha
    @PZJBimha 3 роки тому

    Thank you so much. I'm truly inspired

  • @davephillips7613
    @davephillips7613 3 роки тому

    Great video, and great tips Sarah.

  • @TheSafetysheep
    @TheSafetysheep 3 роки тому

    It’s crazy how much that forest looks like here in East Tennessee USA. So awesome. I also agree huma gels are great.

  • @michaelterryjensen149
    @michaelterryjensen149 3 роки тому

    Nice to see you back Sarah!
    🏃‍♀️

  • @mariefrench916
    @mariefrench916 3 роки тому

    Wow, that was brilliant!! Well done you. 👍🏼

  • @mimimicro8703
    @mimimicro8703 3 роки тому

    Great video Sarah! Love the huma gels - the fruit flavors are especially yummy.

  • @andrewgilbertson5356
    @andrewgilbertson5356 3 роки тому

    Glad you are ok! I am getting back into longish walks ( 20 mile ) in the hope that I will be able to get back to 50 miles and 100 next year. I've been diagnosed with palindromic seronegative inflammatory arthritis, and it's not great but getting used to it. Also osteoarthritis . It has been good to get back to longer walking.

  • @bikesandlaces
    @bikesandlaces 3 роки тому

    Thanks for sharing! some great advice there! and yes I totally agree when I did my marathon I got to the end and wanted to burn my shoes XD great video, looking forward to checking out more of your channel!

  • @kssrider6766
    @kssrider6766 3 роки тому

    Good stuff! Keep it up. Thanks for sharing.

  • @richenglish4576
    @richenglish4576 3 роки тому

    Loving the gel reviews 👌🏻🤩

  • @bensmith6633
    @bensmith6633 3 роки тому

    Haha - great tips. I could have done with them a month ago when I did my first ultra. I wasted way too much time in the aid stations and managed to spray fizzy cola up my nose after overfilling my bottle. Good luck and enjoy NDW50 at the weekend 👍💪😃

  • @TamaEnergy
    @TamaEnergy 10 місяців тому

    Your my inspiration I'm 24 and training for first 50km in May! 😊

  • @gorantoljamo204
    @gorantoljamo204 3 роки тому +1

    My first ultra 57km I didnt fuel up with whater. I wasnt thirsty and it wasnt sunny. Ended up with cramps in both calves. I have never have cramp during a marathon(s) And later on I have problem to take deep breath bcause pain in the back hit the kidney.. sort of. So lesson learn Fuel up before start and during the race

  • @magdamieszkowska8161
    @magdamieszkowska8161 3 роки тому

    Great to watch your video, as usual. Come back sooner! Have a good run on Saturday!

  • @countzethro
    @countzethro 3 роки тому +1

    Great vid. Was wondering when you would post your thoughts on training distances for ultra.
    Definitely agree on not spending too much time at aid stations. Been there, done that. Tell myself never to sit down at them again.

    • @SarahPlace
      @SarahPlace  3 роки тому

      yeah it's so easy to get carried away, browsing all the snacks and chatting to the marshalls!

  • @MatthewCarlyon
    @MatthewCarlyon 3 роки тому +2

    Do you have any experience in creating training plans for runners with multiple sclerosis? I have a spot in the London marathon, my first marathon race and second race since diagnosis.
    Lovely to see you back btw. ❤️

    • @rachela2023
      @rachela2023 Рік тому

      Have you considered switching to swimming? From my experience with my sister, who has MS, getting over heated is not a good idea.

  • @killermachinemaggot
    @killermachinemaggot 3 роки тому

    Great tips as always and love the view, I'm planning to start using gels myself since my runs are becoming longer but 50 K is still way off for me. Going to have my first race in a month and to be honest it hovers between exictement and nervous.

  • @avinashbhogun
    @avinashbhogun 3 роки тому

    Greetings and welcome back!

  • @chuckdavie
    @chuckdavie 3 роки тому

    Great video, really helpful!