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From Casual Jogger to World Record Holder: Ivo Steyaert’s Journey to Backyard Ultra Glory

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In this conversation, ultra runner Ivo Steyaert shares his journey from a casual jogger to a world record holder at the Bigs World Team Backyard Championships. He discusses his early experiences in ultra running, the transition to the backyard format, and the challenges faced during various races, including injuries and mental hurdles. Ivo emphasizes the importance of crew support, nutrition strategies, and the significance of camaraderie in ultra running. He also shares insights into his preparation for the 2024 championships and his unique approach to hydration and shoe choices during long races.

Takeaways

  • Ivo started running to quit smoking after his son was born.
  • His first ultra was a 155-mile race, which hooked him on the sport.
  • He experienced a calf injury during his first backyard ultra in 2020.
  • In 2022, he and a fellow runner broke the 100-yard barrier together.
  • Ivo prefers to have his wife as his crew during races for better organization.
  • He doesn't follow strict game plans but adjusts based on race conditions.
  • Ivo's average loop time during the 2024 championships was around 52 minutes.
  • He uses a mix of non-alcoholic beer and coke for hydration during races.
  • Shoe changes are made approximately every six hours during long races.
  • Ivo believes in the importance of mental clarity and focus during ultra running. I had about 6 or 7 pairs of shoes.
  • There is a difference between sleeping and between closing your eyes.

Chapters

00:00

Introduction to Ivo Steyert and His Achievements

05:57

Transition to Backyard Ultra Format

12:02

The 2022 World Team Championships

18:01

Preparation and Strategy for 2024 Championships

24:00

Shoe Choices and Equipment Preferences

33:46

The Journey of Shoe Selection

39:50

Nutrition and Fueling During the Race

46:51

Hallucinations and the Mind's Eye

53:56

Team Dynamics and Decision Making

59:14

Post-Race Recovery and Future Plans

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In this conversation, ultra runner Ivo Steyaert shares his journey from a casual jogger to a world record holder at the Bigs World Team Backyard Championships. He discusses his early experiences in ultra running, the transition to the backyard format, and the challenges faced during various races, including injuries and mental hurdles. Ivo emphasizes the importance of crew support, nutrition strategies, and the significance of camaraderie in ultra running. He also shares insights into his preparation for the 2024 championships and his unique approach to hydration and shoe choices during long races.

Takeaways

  • Ivo started running to quit smoking after his son was born.
  • His first ultra was a 155-mile race, which hooked him on the sport.
  • He experienced a calf injury during his first backyard ultra in 2020.
  • In 2022, he and a fellow runner broke the 100-yard barrier together.
  • Ivo prefers to have his wife as his crew during races for better organization.
  • He doesn't follow strict game plans but adjusts based on race conditions.
  • Ivo's average loop time during the 2024 championships was around 52 minutes.
  • He uses a mix of non-alcoholic beer and coke for hydration during races.
  • Shoe changes are made approximately every six hours during long races.
  • Ivo believes in the importance of mental clarity and focus during ultra running. I had about 6 or 7 pairs of shoes.
  • There is a difference between sleeping and between closing your eyes.

Chapters

00:00

Introduction to Ivo Steyert and His Achievements

05:57

Transition to Backyard Ultra Format

12:02

The 2022 World Team Championships

18:01

Preparation and Strategy for 2024 Championships

24:00

Shoe Choices and Equipment Preferences

33:46

The Journey of Shoe Selection

39:50

Nutrition and Fueling During the Race

46:51

Hallucinations and the Mind's Eye

53:56

Team Dynamics and Decision Making

59:14

Post-Race Recovery and Future Plans

Join us on Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/c/theadventurejogger

Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

  continue reading

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