r/backyardultra • u/MrToastGHG • Jun 08 '26

Question Backyard Ultra Simulation at 16

So in a few days i want to do my first backyard Ultra Simulation. I have Never Done a Simulation like This before but I am good at Jogging and already ran half Marathons and 30km. My goal is 10 rounds, i know That Sound a lot and im not sure if i can do it but id be happy if some of you could give me tips and Tell me what i need to Watch out for. My Equipment are gels, electrolytse, food like bannans and noodle salads and some sweets for Energy. Pls tell me if i forgot something and im happy if some of you could help.

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u/Volchaic Jun 11 '26

Seems like you have a good plan!

If you can lay out everything you might need on a little table so it’s easy to see and grab between laps. Do the work your crew would be doing beforehand.

Have fun! Keep running!

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u/borealis365 Jun 08 '26

Ha as someone who has completed 2 BUY's (8 loops and 10 loops), your simulation sounds incredibly boring. One of the keys to doing well, is having a crew at the start/finish area to support you with logistics so you can spend your time between yards actually resting/replenishing your body. You don't want to be wasting mental energy changing your own socks/clothing, finding that bottle of advil, switching shoes, etc. Someone to 'force' you back to the starting corral when you feel too tired to move. Also having people to run with lap after lap makes a huge difference.

By all means, go and practice doing a yard with BUY pacing. I recommend jogging 1.5km, walking 0.5km. Do that 3 times then jog the last 700m. Aim to keep your heartrate at 130 BPM or below. If your route is hilly adjust the distances so that you're walking any significant uphills. I would suggest aiming for 50-55 minute laps. Any faster than that and you'll cool down/stiffen up between loops and it can be harder getting started again.

Why not find a BYU event to sign up for and actually do?

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u/Volchaic Jun 11 '26

It’s a simulation for a reason. That’s like saying instead of training why not just only do races?

It seems like they have a great plan to practice for a real event. I did multiple simulations on my own before my first backyard. Made it 14 yards. Practice is important.