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at 135 miles, I wonder how many are actually running hard and how many are lollygagging and not going all-out just so they can get a t-shirt at the end.
Nobody runs a 135 miles in the desert for a t-shirt, are you for real?
My brother participated in this several years ago. He has always been an avid runner, and does it for the love of running and enjoyment. He did finish, and the runners do have their own convoy with them following them with water, etc. At least my brother did when he ran it 10+ years ago.
I know people who ran this race...its very hardcore. The majority do finish because its an invite only race.
It's not 'invite only' - the application is on the website. However, the requirements to participate are high. A runner has to have extensive experience in 100+-mile ultras.
The participation fee of $1395 also has something to do with weeding out the less-than-serious runners.
I'll admit I use to be that " Why do people do these things" type of person, but I fully understand now. People want to push themselves and do things outside of the box. There are a ton of activities that people do that seem crazy, but they are fulfilling goals, dreams, what have you.
I went white water rafting a few years ago and I never thought I would do something like that. It was terrifying and exhilarating all at the same time. SO I get it.
I'll admit I use to be that " Why do people do these things" type of person, but I fully understand now. People want to push themselves and do things outside of the box. There are a ton of activities that people do that seem crazy, but they are fulfilling goals, dreams, what have you.
I went white water rafting a few years ago and I never thought I would do something like that. It was terrifying and exhilarating all at the same time. SO I get it.
I understand what you're saying. But, to me, there's a difference. I don't believe there's any science indicating that white water rafting, or mountain climbing, or off trail skiing, is highly hazardous to your health. But we do have science indicating that ultramarathoning is bad for heart and joint health.
Yes, with something like rafting there's a higher chance of injury compared with, say, sitting home and watching TV. But the activity itself is heart-healthy and generally good for the body. Ultra marathons are bad for the body. Bodies benefit from midrange distance like 10k runs and the like but there seems to be a point where the body is harmed by extreme distances.
It's not 'invite only' - the application is on the website. However, the requirements to participate are high. A runner has to have extensive experience in 100+-mile ultras.
The participation fee of $1395 also has something to do with weeding out the less-than-serious runners.
very selective few to me is virtually the same as invite only.
I believe the fee is closer to 1000.....anyway, that is chump change considering how much most runners will pay with hotel, airfare, support crew, etc. As a better yard stick, I paid close to $1000 for an entry fee for full distance Ironman. Its not out of the norm
. But we do have science indicating that ultramarathoning is bad for heart and joint health.
There is some evidence of that BUT you still can paint that with a broad stroke for everyone. Some people's body are built for certain sports. There are many professional athletes in various sports out there who have just done fine. Then you have a few who aren't meant to push to certain levels.
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