# #660 - Ruth Croft

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Podcast: [Fitter Radio Triathlon Podcast](https://stenobird.com/podcast/fitter-radio-triathlon-podcast-927524)
Published: 2026-03-16T03:11:00+00:00
Episode link: https://fitterradio.libsyn.com/660-ruth-croft
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Duration seconds: 4471

## Resource

We review the news and racing from the weekend. Ruth Croft is an elite ultra-trail runner from New Zealand, recognized for her remarkable achievements in the sport including winning the prestigious Tarawera 102K for the 4th consecutive year last month. Ruth's dedication and passion for running make her a credible voice in the ultra-trail running community as she chats to us about her ultra-trail running success, training innovations and race strategies. In this episode, Ruth Croft shares her journey from high school athletics to becoming one of the most complete female ultra-trail runners globally. She discusses her training methods including weight vest workouts, altitude adaptation and race nutrition strategies, along with insights into her race experiences and future plans. 00:00 – Calling in from Wanaka 07.09 – Tri news 25:06 – Ruth Croft introduction 26:44 – Ruth Croft 1:05:14 - Muscular durability LINKS: Follow Ruth on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/ruthcrofty/ Scott Johnston of Evoke Endurance at https://evokeendurance.com/ Paul Booth Sports Nutritionist at https://performancegainsnutrition.com/ Val Burke Exercise Physiologist at https://valburke.com/ Neversecond Nutrition at https://never2.com/ IM703 Dallas at https://www.ironman.com/races/im703-dallas-little-elm IM703 Geelong at https://www.ironman.com/races/im703-geelong

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