This Ultramarathon is WILD: Here's How to Finish Bighorn 100

The Final Countdown Bighorn 100 Trail Ultramarathon! The countdown is on—just 30 days until I toe the line at one of the toughest and most beautiful ultramarathons in the world: the Bighorn 100. In this video, I’m breaking down the final push—training, mindset, gear, race strategy, and everything I’m doing to go into this 100-miler as prepared as humanly possible. Whether you're running Bighorn, planning your first ultra, or just love deep dives into race prep and wild trail adventures—this one’s for you. Let’s get real about what it takes to chase big goals in the mountains. 👟 Inside this video: Final 30-day training plan & taper strategy Race gear rundown (shoes, vest, layers, poles & more) Mental prep techniques (visualization, mantras, mindset) Nutrition, hydration & recovery focus Course breakdown & race-specific training Logistics, drop bag planning, and what I learned from my 2019 DNF FREE DOWNLOAD: 👉 Grab my Final 30-Day Ultra Checklist & Race Prep Guide here: Perfect for planning gear, nutrition, and strategy, whether you're racing Bighorn or another 100-miler. https://alexdtucker.myflodesk.com/bighorn100prep Have questions about Bighorn? Running it yourself? Let’s connect in the comments or message me directly—I'd love to hear your story. Head back for more running adventures: Running the Goggins Challenge: https://youtu.be/LFza2YeVNmQ Racing Javelina Jundred: https://youtu.be/4DzS1_KgtGw Racing UTMB: https://youtu.be/2gYCfCnp1SA Running the R2R2R: https://youtu.be/_tI5qcUb_r0 Racing Canyons 100K: https://youtu.be/cwuw_otvuIM Racing The Long Haul 100: https://youtu.be/6JM8czPbYwA Enjoy the trails and have fun! Eye on the Prize! 🌲🏞️ 🏆 Book a FREE Coaching Sample Call HERE: www.calendly.com/alexdtucker My Running Gear: - Saucony Peregrine: https://amzn.to/43qqstF - Saucony Xodus Ultra 3: https://amzn.to/4laMoQk - Injinji Toe Socks: https://amzn.to/3B1Iqae - Salomon Adv Skin 12 Pack: https://amzn.to/4jBpwHL - Black Diamond Distance Z Poles: https://amzn.to/3YLOSMf - Salomon Pole Quiver: https://amzn.to/3TuktyE - Goodr Sunglasses: https://amzn.to/4d6ah6u - Tailwind Race Fuel: https://amzn.to/4d36kzb - Coros Pace 3 Running Watch: https://amzn.to/3ViIZV2 Like and share this adventure with your friends and family! New videos are released weekly! Subscribe using the link below: https://tinyurl.com/52z6z2yr 00:00 Video Start 00:48 Help Packing & Prepping for Bighorn 02:00 Training Overview: What the Final Month Looks Like 02:48 The Importance of Tapering 03:08 Mindset & Mental Prep 04:15 Course Strategy & Planning 04:32 Gear Deep Dive 06:12 Why Testing Gear is Non-Negotiable 06:24 What Makes Bighorn Special 06:49 Dialing it in: Nutrition, Hydration & Heat Acclimation 08:30 Final Logistics & Crew Planning 08:50 Getting Ready to Finish What I Started 09:04 Get your Free Checklist Connect with Alexander Tucker: Website: https://www.alexdtucker.com/ Instagram https://www.instagram.com/alexdtucker/ Facebook https://www.facebook.com/alexdtucker TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@alexdtucker Strava https://www.strava.com/athletes/alexdtucker YouTube @Alexdtucker Filming Information: Camera: - Sony A6700: https://amzn.to/4kb1IeZ - Gopro11: https://amzn.to/3RGcQ7L - Insta 360 Go: https://amzn.to/3ZrItX0 Lens: - Sony 16-35mm: https://amzn.to/4kaKU7C Tripod: - Peak Design Travel Tripod: https://amzn.to/41lHztQ - Nomatic Travel Bag: https://amzn.to/3VNszTc Music: Epidemic Sound Editing Software: Adobe Premiere Pro 2025 #Bighorn100 #ultrarunning #UltraMarathon #racetraining #trailrunning