The Ultra Distance Blog

Elite triathlete, and Näak ambassador, discusses the benefits of yoga for endurance athletes. From strength training, to breathwork, learn how she believes incorporating yoga into your training schedule can help benefit your importance. We also give a small list of activities for those who are new to yoga to try for themselves at home.

Our team of Expedition Akor is officially making moves in the bicycle portion of their journey. They have also brought in two new team members for the last part of the journey: Béatrice Lafrenière and Isabella Donati-Simmons. Both are good friends of Étienne, and they were welcomed, of course, with open arms. They are currently riding between 60 and 80 km per day, even though they are on a dirt road where large ore trucks sometimes speed by. The sight of cyclists can be assumed to be very seldom, so the team is on high alert. They will be in the town of La Ronge in 2 days and expect to be in Prince Albert in 5 to 6 days. At the time being, it is still difficult to give a precise arrival date in Pointe Pelee, which is at the very end of the course. However, it should be between October 25 and November 5.

Vitamin B12 plays a vital role in helping your body break down nutrients to energize you for your day to day activities or tackling your next training session. Read more about the B Vitamins, sources of Vitamin B12 and the benefits of B12 for endurance Athletes. We cover the B Vitamins, what is Vitamin B12 and where to find it, signs and consequences of Vitamin B12 deficiency and its benefits for endurance athletes.

No doubt, your lifestyle has a direct impact on more than just your body, athletic ability and performance. All of the small decisions you make also have a lasting impact on our planet. In this article, we address lifestyle decisions that have a great impact on the environment that are often overlooked. Don’t worry, we also cover simple steps you can practice to become a more sustainable runner! We cover areas of textile waste, dietary lifestyle, food waste and all the steps you can take to decrease your carbon foot print on our planet.

You have probably heard someone mention the Keto Diet. The keto diet is a low carbohydrate, moderate protein and high fat diet. If you want to know more about the keto diet, how your body adapts to the keto diet, it's impact on athletic performance and whether cricket protein complies with the keto diet, read on! This article compares the macronutrient distribution on and off the keto diet and dives into detail how your body adapts when you adopt the keto diet. We cover how your body responds to the keto diet through gluconeogenesis and ketosis, whether keto diet aids weight loss and impacts performance for endurance athletes. We dive into whether or not cricket protein complies with the keto diet and ways you can incorporate cricket protein into your keto meals.

The team of Expedition Akor arrived at Aziz' lodge, where they were very kindly welcomed. Waiting for the team was the Weber family, whose father (Richard Weber) is in charge of guiding all the expeditions planned at the lodge. Richard Weber is a high-calibre adventurer who has reached the North Pole an astonishing seven times. After starting again, the team soon reached the Four Corners Stone Monument. This monument was erected at the exact point where the Nunavut Territory, the Northwest Territories, Manitoba and Saskatchewan meet. After a few steps in each province and territory, they set out on an unnamed river marked by its steep drop-off.

This means at Näak, we meet the highest standards of positive impact for our employees, communities, and the environment. We are joining the team of certified B Corporations to lead and drive the global movement of using business for good.

This granola recipe is full of protein and low in sugar. You can add it to your favorite smoothies, yogurts, or as a snack at work or during your workouts! This recipe provides 16 servings.

Näak and Laurin Thorne present to you, The 5k Giveaway. Aimed at promoting inclusiveness in endurance sports, and general fun in our community, one lucky winner of this Strava contest will get a free box of Ultra Energy Waffles and a ciele cap!

The team of Expedition Akor is traversing the Kazan River this week, slowly making their way to Wollaston Lake. With warm sunshine and clear sky's, our explorers are catching up on lost time from the previous weeks.

After a successful taper, you will feel refreshed, sharp, and ready to tackle the race. One of our phenomenal ambassadors, Marie-Eve Trottier, talked to us about how you should taper in the future. By following these four general rules, you can complete your next taper in the healthiest, happiest manner.