RECCO NAMED OFFICIAL SAFETY PARTNER OF THE 2026 MERRELL SKYRUNNER® WORLD SERIES
Partnership strengthens safety standards during the 2026 Merrell Skyrunner® World Series races. The Merrell Skyrunner® World Series today announces RECCO as its Official Safety Partner for the 2026 season, reinforcing the Series’ long-standing commitment to athlete safety in extreme and remote mountain environments. RECCO® advanced rescue technology makes outdoor enthusiasts searchable to rescuers in case of […]
LURBEL IS ANNOUNCED AS THE OFFICIAL SOCKWEAR SPONSOR OF THE 2026 MERRELL SKYRUNNER® WORLD SERIES
The Merrell Skyrunner® World Series, is proud to announce that Lurbel, the Spanish technical sportswear brand renowned for its high-performance apparel and socks, will be an official partner of the 2026 circuit. This partnership unites two brands driven by a shared commitment to performance, innovation, and the spirit of mountain sport. As an Official Sponsor, Lurbel will support […]
MINDSET AND RESILIENCE FOR THE LATE-SEASON SKYRUNNER
How to manage fatigue, fear, internal dialogue, and discomfort as the season winds down As you approach the tail end of a long skyrunning season, it’s natural to feel tired, nervous, or mentally frayed. But these states are not just “part of the deal” — they can be managed and mitigated using evidence-based psychological strategies. […]
WEATHER & MOUNTAIN CONDITIONS: A SKYRUNNER’S PLAYBOOK
Skyrunning is defined by its altitude, vertical gain, and technical terrain, but what truly separates it from road or trail running is the way weather and mountain conditions shape every race. Unlike predictable city marathons, skyraces demand that athletes prepare for blazing sun, sudden storms, freezing wind, or fog that drops visibility to arm’s length. […]
ROCK AND SCRAMBLE SKILLS FOR SKYRUNNERS
Breath, focus, footwork, and whole-body strength for technical terrain Skyrunning is defined by technical mountain terrain, steep climbs, rocky ridges, and descents where every step matters. Unlike road running, where rhythm and speed dominate, mountain running demands control, adaptability, and confidence when the trail disappears into boulder fields, scree, or exposed slabs. The best athletes […]
WHAT MAKES A GREAT DOWNHILL RUNNER?
Integrating Vision, Vestibular, Proprioception, and Muscular Strength for Elite Performance Downhill running in skyrunning, often characterized by extreme gradients, unstable terrain, and technical descents, demands far more than just strong legs. It challenges the entire neuromuscular system, requiring athletes to integrate vision, balance (vestibular), proprioception, eccentric strength, elasticity, and coordination in real time. Understanding what […]
SHARPENING THE EDGE: VISION TRAINING FOR SKYRUNNING PERFORMANCE AT ULTRAKS AND BEYOND
As the skyrunning world turns its attention toward the Ultraks race, one of the most technical and demanding courses on the global circuit, athletes are refining every aspect of performance. While VO2 max, lactate threshold, and joint durability often dominate training conversations, one of the most overlooked yet critical systems in skyrunning is vision. Not […]
BEATING JET LAG: TRAVEL STRATEGIES TO OPTIMISE ATHLETIC PERFORMANCE ON RACE DAY
Traveling across time zones for a competition can be a double-edged sword, while it opens the door to new racing opportunities, it can wreak havoc on an athlete’s physiology. Jet lag, disrupted sleep, altered digestion, and stiffness can compromise performance if not managed with intention. The good news is with strategic planning around movement, hydration, […]
NEURO-FUNCTIONAL STRENGTH TRAINING FOR SKYRUNNING: BUILDING RESILIENT, UNBREAKABLE MOUNTAIN ATHLETES
Skyrunning challenges the athlete in ways few endurance sports do, steep vertical gain, unstable terrain, high altitude, and unpredictable weather test every facet of human performance. Beyond cardiovascular endurance and muscular power, skyrunners require elite levels of proprioception, reactive strength, vision, breath control, and tissue resilience. A traditional gym program doesn’t cut it so adding […]
BULLETPROOF SKYRUNNING RECOVERY PLAN
Mountain running, including trail, ultras and skyraces, demands muscular resilience, neurological precision, and strategic recovery. This guide, presented by Satori Endurance, outlines structured, science-backed recovery strategies for training weeks, travel, and post-race regeneration. RECOVERY STRATEGIES Recovery = Adaptation. Plan it as part of your overall training. Here is a weekly recovery plan sample: Day Focus Strategies […]
