Ruth Croft: 3x Tarawera Ultra by UTMB® Champion
Ruth Croft is one of the world’s most accomplished ultrarunners, hailing from the West Coast of New Zealand’s rugged South Island. Known for her versatility, she has dominated both trail and ultra trail races, with standout victories at Mont Blanc Marathon, Les Templiers, Western States 100, OCC and CCC by UTMB®, and multiple Tarawera Ultramarathon titles. Her career is marked by a fearless racing style, tactical precision, and an ability to thrive in extreme mountain environments. Croft has also represented New Zealand at the IAU World Trail Championships, consistently finishing among the sport’s elite. With a relentless drive to push her limits, she continues to refine every aspect of her training and nutrition. Now partnering with Neversecond, she’s dialing in her fueling strategy to perfection—ready to chase her goal at UTMB® in just 2 weeks.
Guides & Guidance
Actionable training and fueling insights—designed to help you train smarter, fuel better, and perform at your peak.
In this article, we compare the different types of carbohydrate sources so you can decide what works best for you!
Using the right combination of carbohydrates can improve energy delivery to the muscle.
Not all GI problems are avoidable, but taking these 10 steps will minimize your chances of developing them.
Is more protein always better?
Breakfast on race day (and also before big training days) is important. Getting it right means you will be well-fueled at the start.
Caffeine can help to improve endurance performance, but what is the best way to take it?
Discover Science
Simplifying science to help athletes perform at their highest level—without bias or noise.
