Training For My First Ultramarathon: Lakeland 50 | Part 2

In Episode 2 of our five-part series, Montane ambassador Joe Higgins continues his journey to the Lakeland 50 – a tough 50-mile ultramarathon through the Lake District. As a heart transplant recipient and outdoor enthusiast new to ultra running, Joe is pushing his limits like never before. This episode dives into the realities of training: the highs, the lows, and the critical importance of time on your feet – whether that’s running or hiking long days in the hills. Joe’s not going it alone. He’s working with Montane athlete and seasoned ultra coach Howard Dracup, who’s bringing over 10 years of mountain running experience to guide him. The Montane Lakeland 50 takes place on Saturday 26th July – and we’re documenting every step of Joe’s transformation from hiker to ultrarunner. Don’t miss next month’s episode where Joe takes on the Yorkshire 3 Peaks challenge… aiming to complete it in just 6 hours. Learn more about Howard’s coaching https://www.theultrarunningcoach.co.uk/ @Joexplorez #ultramarathon #ultramarathontraining #marathontraining #marathon #ultra #lakeland50