Playing the Long Game: Overarching Mental Strategies for Last Person Standing Races We’ve explored specific tools for your Backyard ultra mental preparation, toolkit – techniques for building toughness, staying motivated, managing pain, using mantras, visualization, and positive self-talk. But success in a Backyard Ultra (BYU) or any Last Person Standing race, requires more than just … Read more
Fueling the Fire Within: Strategies for Staying Motivated During a Long Backyard Ultra You’ve trained your body, prepared your mind, and dialed in your gear and nutrition. The bell rings, and your Backyard Ultra (BYU) journey begins. While initial excitement might carry you through the early loops, anyone aiming for significant distances knows that motivation … Read more
Forging an Unbreakable Mind: How to Build Mental Toughness for the Backyard Ultra The Backyard Ultra (BYU) is as much a mental battle as it is a physical one. While your Backyard ultra training plan, builds endurance, the relentless loops, potential for extreme duration, and unique psychological pressures demand extraordinary mental fortitude. Ask any seasoned … Read more