The Freetrail Podcast with Dylan Bowman Kilian Korth | The Rise of 200 Milers & Ultrarunning's New Frontier
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Jan 27, 2026 
Kilian Korth, a pro ultrarunner and coach famed for dominating 200-mile races and breaking the Triple Crown record. He talks about why 200-milers fascinate him and their rising popularity. He explores training strategies, strength work, and the role of intensity. He reflects on race tactics, support systems, and the mental shifts after DNFs and big wins.
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Use Self-Talk And Daily Meditation
- Practice positive self-talk aloud using 'you' to encourage yourself during low moments on course.
- Meditate daily (even 10 minutes) to observe and let negative thoughts dissipate faster.
Block Training With Back-to-Back Longs
- Structure training in blocks: three build weeks then a down week, topping near 24 hours time-on-feet for peak phases.
- Include back-to-back long runs and three weekly strength sessions to prepare for multi-day races.
Strength Training For Fatigue Resistance
- Do regular heavy strength training to carry heavier packs and preserve stride efficiency late in races.
- Focus on muscular endurance to avoid collapsing into an ultra shuffle in the last days.