Sib's Fire and Ice Story

Athlete Testimonial Sibbelien

I signed up for the online coaching program from UTC in march 2021. At the end of august I had planned to run the Fire and Ice ultra race, a multistage run in Iceland. I signed up for this race at the beginning of 2020. It was going to be my second multistage race. As many others this race was cancelled and moved to 2021. As my motivation was extremely low, I needed someone to coach me and help me achieve my goal, to finish this 250 km race.

UTC gave me a training schedule which helped me to pick up my training. The plan had a clear structure with different phases on the way to the race. Each training was clearly explained. After each training some feedback was asked, which could influence your training plan. Communication with UTC was via whatsapp and email and went very smooth. It was a direct line with the trainer. This all made the coaching very personal.

The coaching also included videos with techniques and tips about hill training, running with poles, warming up and cooling down, food etc, all very useful.

With the help of UTC I managed to work on my endurance and get into shape for the race. I finished without problems, with just a few small blisters and 3 black toenails.

Checkout this post on Instagram for more photos of this adventure.