Legend of Mustang 173km: 9,555m of Ascent
Steve Cushing's account of tackling one of the world's most demanding ultramarathons through Nepal's remote Mustang region.
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Steve Cushing's account of tackling one of the world's most demanding ultramarathons through Nepal's remote Mustang region.
Your resting heart rate is one of the most useful daily metrics you have. Here's how to read it and act on what it tells you.
A raw, honest account of racing Ultra-Trail Snowdonia — the climbs, the conditions, and what it really demands from your body and mind.
The long game mindset: how to build the mental and physical foundations that keep you performing at your best year after year.
No hills nearby? No problem. Practical strategies for developing the uphill strength, descending skill and mental grit you need.
What makes British fell running uniquely demanding — and why it produces some of the toughest mountain runners in the world.
Gels are everywhere at ultra aid stations — but are they actually necessary? We look at the evidence and the alternatives.
Trail and fell running demand more than fitness — they require a completely different set of skills, strength and instincts.
One of the most iconic fell races in Britain. Everything you need to know to prepare well and race smart at the Three Peaks.
Returning to running after having a baby is a journey unlike any other. Your body has changed — and so has your potential.
The OCC is one of the toughest qualifier races in the UTMB World Series. Here's how to get in — and how to perform on the day.
Heading to The Lap for the first time? Everything you need to know about the course, kit, strategy and what to expect.
A preview of the 2026 English Senior Fell Championship series — the races, the courses and what makes this competition so special.
The S&C work that actually makes a difference for trail and ultra runners — what to do, how often, and why it matters.
The Lake District hosts some of the most spectacular ultramarathons in the world. Here are the five we rate most highly.
Heat is one of the most underestimated risks in ultra running. How to train, race and recover safely when temperatures rise.
Everything you need to know about fuelling an ultramarathon, with expert input from a sports nutritionist.
Whether it's injury, illness or life that got in the way — here's a structured, evidence-based route back to running.
Speed isn't built in fast workouts. Here's the foundational work that elite runners do — and that most recreational runners skip.
Pacing is the single biggest lever you have in an ultramarathon. Get it right and everything else gets easier. Here's how.
How do you actually measure effort on a climb? Understanding the numbers helps you train and race smarter in the mountains.
Most runners train plenty of miles but miss critical components. A coaching audit of what's usually absent — and how to fix it.
The foundational training principles that underpin everything we do at Townshend Performance — updated with the latest thinking.
Everything in these articles reflects how we coach our athletes every day. If you want a personalised plan built around your goals, terrain and schedule — we'd love to hear from you.
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