Melissa Londry

Running your first 100-mile race is a test of patience, problem-solving, emotional regulation, and your ability to keep moving when the plan you carefully created starts falling apart. Prepare for your first 100-Mile race with expert tips on adapting, problem-solving, and keeping moving. Master the 100-Mile challenge now!

At SWVA Running, every part of race day is designed with intention, from the course markings to the aid stations to the timing mats you cross along the way. One small piece of equipment that often gets overlooked is the timing chip attached to your bib.

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.