Ian Sharman Ultrarunner

09/01/2026

UTMB, backyard records, achieving mastery, plus much more in the newsletter.

UTMB, backyard records, achieving mastery, plus much more.

08/24/2026

The only marathoner who has never taken longer than 2hrs to complete a marathon gets his half marathon WR back. Solid year to say the least for Kejelcha! 🔥🔥🔥

08/21/2026

08/14/2026

Thanks for hosting the book talk yesterday, Roundabout Books & Cafe. Very fun and some great questions.

08/11/2026

This Thursday at 6:30pm at Roundabout Books & Cafe in Bend - come for stories and ideas for all types of runner from “The Art of Ultrarunning: Tried & Tested Strategies for Long-Distance Runners.” Sign up here: https://roundaboutbookshop.com/event/2026-08-13/art-ultrarunning-tried-tested-strategies-long-distance-runners-ian-sharman

08/07/2026

Concepts and stories to enhance your running and racing, backed by 15 years of coaching runners from the back of the pack to winners of the biggest global ultras. Join me for a talk about "The Art of Ultrarunning" on Thurs 8/13 at Roundabout Books in Bend. Sign up here: https://roundaboutbookshop.com/event/2026-08-13/art-ultrarunning-tried-tested-strategies-long-distance-runners-ian-sharman

08/04/2026

How to adjust training in smoky conditions, how to improve your longevity in running, inspiring videos from Coach Meg Eckert, plus much more in the newsletter. https://sharmanultracoaching.substack.com/p/sharman-ultra-coaching-august-2026

07/27/2026

For those asking about the course, here are my thoughts. The non-technical dirt road covering the entire course is about 10 secs/mile slower than paved road, then the 10-mile gentle downhill gains around about 20 secs/mile compared to earlier. Overall it’s similar to a flat road race, but with better views through the mountains.

07/25/2026

Great conversation with Jason Fitzgerald on the Strength Running Podcast about how my book applies to all running training and racing, not just ultras.

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