One of the most important parts of any ultra race that runners often overlook in training is the cutoff strategy. Cutoffs are not there to punish runners. They exist to protect the integrity of the event, support volunteer sustainability, ensure runner safety, and help every athlete build the skill of racing with intention. Learning how to manage your time across an ultra is just as important as training your legs.

Unlock Your Potential: Ultra and Trail Run Coaching for Busy People. In the chaos of modern adulthood and parenting, finding space and time for personal pursuits can feel like a daunting task in itself. Between kids in day care or school, homework help ( in my case homeschooling), managing households, and juggling career life many people especially those of us who are caregivers struggle to carve out moments for themselves, much less pursue a passion like running trails!