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One year after cramping through my first 50-mile ultra in Wilmington, I came back for redemption — this time in Moab, Utah.

In this video I break down:
🏃 Training approach – Zone 2, sprints, strength training, weekly mileage
🍌 Fueling strategy – 1500–1700mg sodium + 110–130g carbs per hour
⛰️ Course differences – Flat Wilmington vs. Moab’s 4,500 ft of gain
🧠 Mindset shift – Hour-by-hour focus, staying present, enjoying the course
👟 Gear – Hoka Speedgoats, no blisters, no sock changes

The result? From 11h30 → 10h20 on a harder course. That’s an hour+ faster in just one year.

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This is more than a race. It’s proof that the right training, fueling, and mindset can transform results.

0:00 Why I Came Back After My First Ultra
0:14 My First 50-Miler – Southern Tour Ultra 2024
0:30 From Half Marathon to 50 Miles
0:46 Signing Up Without Experience
1:01 One Year Later – January 2025 Moab 50
1:08 Hiring Coaches (Uncharted Performance, UK)
1:22 Smarter Training Approach – Running + Strength
2:00 Comparing Races: Flat Wilmington vs. Moab
2:42 Last Year’s Struggles: Cold, Cramps, Poor Nutrition
3:21 This Year’s Prep: Smarter Gear + Fueling
4:07 Dialing in Sodium & Carbs (1500–1700mg Na + 110–130g carbs/hr)
5:12 Hour-by-Hour Race Strategy
5:42 Staying Present in the Moment
6:20 Time Comparison – 11:30 ➝ 10:20 (1+ hr faster)
6:49 Lessons from a 50K in Colorado (elevation training)
7:42 Shoes + Gear Breakdown (Hoka Speedgoats, no changes)
8:52 Why Nutrition & Strength Training Were Key
9:53 Training Differences: First vs. Second Ultra
10:26 What Made This Race Successful
10:47 Reality Check – Running 50 Miles is Hard for Everyone
11:12 The Mental Battle of Ultras
11:25 Why I Love These Challenges
11:28 Drop Questions in the Comments
11:38 Closing Thoughts