Running her first ULTRAMARATHON - This Messy Happy

Aug 13, 2025

Quick Summary of “Running her first ULTRAMARATHON” from This Messy Happy

This is a quick summary of Running her first ULTRAMARATHON from This Messy Happy. It’s a great watch — we’re breaking it down so you can try the workout today. Be sure to check out the full video for all the details.

Key Points

The race uses a Pylons Exposure format: a 6‑hour ultra broken into six hourly “exposures.” Each hour you get a new distance to cover within the hour, with 5‑minute buffers for updates and recovery.
Mind‑body focus: early exposures are easy (first 20‑30 km) to build confidence; later exposures (4‑5) become mental challenges, relying on muscle memory and mental resilience.
Practical tips: hydrate regularly, use the 15‑minute downtime for foam‑rolling, stay positive, and treat each exposure as a separate, manageable run.

Workout Example (Pylons Exposure)

Exposure	Distance	Approx. km	Approx. time (if at comfortable pace)
1	5 mi (8.07 km)	8.07 km	~40 min (easy pace)
2	6 mi (9.66 km)	9.66 km	~45 min
3	8 km	8 km	~40 min
4	6 km	6 km	~30 min
5	4 mi (6.44 km)	6.44 km	~33 min
6	5 mi (8.07 km)	8.07 km	~40 min

How to Apply the Workout

Set a timer for each hour – start at 8 am for the first exposure. Run the specified distance, then use the remaining 5‑15 minutes to hydrate, change socks if needed, and do a quick foam‑roll.
Maintain a steady, comfortable pace – treat each exposure like a short race; use a watch or the Pacing app to stay on target.
Mindset – stay positive, focus on “foot in front of the foot,” and use the mental break after each exposure to reset.
Fuel & Hydration – carry fluids, take small snacks if needed, and keep a log of each exposure’s distance and time.

Closing Note Give the Pylons Exposure format a try today—adjust the distances to match your own pace in the Pacing app, stay positive, and enjoy the mental and physical boost of this unique ultra‑training approach!