Elevation
2 articles
Race StrategyOctober 17, 2026 · 10 MIN
Course Elevation Profile Reading for Smarter Pacing
Reading a course elevation profile accurately can save you minutes on race day by letting you allocate effort precisely rather than reacting blindly to terrain. The grade-adjusted pace formula — roughly 15 seconds per kilometre added for each 1% uphill gradient — gives runners a quantitative framework to pre-plan every segment. This guide teaches you to decode any elevation chart and build a pacing strategy that accounts for hills, fatigue, and course-specific quirks.
TrainingSeptember 26, 2026 · 11 MIN
How to Train for Vertical Gain in Ultra-Distance Mountain Events
Mastering elevation gain is the difference between finishing strong and dropping at an aid station. This ultra-running vertical training guide covers progressive vert loading from 500m to 3000m per week, uphill strength exercises, eccentric downhill adaptation that cuts DOMS by up to 70%, and grade-adjusted pacing for mountain ultras with 3000-10000m of climbing.