How I Trained to Run 100 Miles in Just 2 Years

Описание: Two years ago, I could barely finish a marathon. Now? I’ve run my first 100-MILE race. In this video, I share my real, unfiltered journey—from marathon newbie to ultramarathon finisher. No shortcuts. No hype. Just what it actually takes to go from zero to 100 miles in just 2 years.

🏃‍♂️ Whether you're training for your first marathon, eyeing a 50K, or dreaming of your own 100-miler—this story is for YOU.

🕒 GRAPHIC CONTENT WARNING
At 11:29, there’s a close-up of a toenail coming off. If you're squeamish, skip ahead a few seconds.

🎥 What You’ll See in This Video:

My first marathon experience and rookie mistakes

How I trained for ultramarathons with a full-time job

Nutrition, gear, and recovery strategies that actually worked

My personal ultra running training plan

Race footage + tips from 6-hour, 11-hour, 50-mile, 24-hour, and 100-mile events

The physical and mental reality of training for 100 mile

How YOU can do it too—with no prior ultra experience

🏁 Races Mentioned:

Providence Marathon

-Jug End Loop Ultra (6-hour)

-Rhode Island Trail Classic (11-hour)

-Last Human Standing

-Gunstock Trailfest 50M

-Ragnar New England Road Race

-Anchor Down Ultra (24-hour)

-Midstate Massive 100 (First 100-mile finish)

💬 Question of the Day:

What’s YOUR big running goal for the next 2 years? Drop it in the comments—I’d love to cheer you on.

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Chapters:
0:00 - Intro
0:41 - First Marathon Training
2:05 - First Ultra Marathon Training
2:55 - Nutrition Plan
4:00 - 2nd Ultra Marathon Race
4:35 - Lessons learned 2022
5:00 - 2023 Training Plan
5:25 - First Backyard Ultra
5:50 - Training Camp
6:22 - First attempt at 100 miles
6:40 - Last Ultra Race of 2023
6:58 - Winter Challenge
7:33 - 2024 Racing Season
8:11 - Using Smaller Ultras as Training
8:54 - Tragedy Struck
9:25 - Back-to-Back Long Runs
9:55 - Optimal Training Week Example
10:30 - Training for MidState Massive 100-Mile Race
11:13 - Lessons Learned After 2 Years of Running
11:29 - Graphic Toenail Scene
12:40 - Plans for 2025
13:44 - Conclusion