Ultra Running Profile Shailesh Kumar # Personal Info – Based in Kochi, Kerala – Central Government Employee – Origin: Bihar # Running Journey Overview Started recreational running in 2012, progressing from local events to ultra-marathons. Demonstrated consistent improvement and remarkable endurance capabilities across varied terrain and conditions. # Notable Race Achievements # Ultra Marathon Completions & Technical Difficulties – La Ultra 111k (Leh Ladakh) * Extreme altitude: 11,500 – 17,500 ft * Technical challenges: Oxygen deprivation, extreme temperature variations (-5°C to 30°C) * High-altitude mountain terrain – Malnad Ultra 110k (16:35) * Technical trail running through Western Ghats * Cumulative elevation gain: 2,500m+ * Dense forest trails and multiple stream crossings – Run the Rann 101k (Gujarat) – 3rd Position * Desert terrain navigation * GPS-based self-navigation requirement * Extreme heat conditions * Technical challenge: Thorny Babul tree territory – Deccan Ultra 115k – 3rd Position (20:36) * Highly technical trail with dangerous sections * Multiple fall hazards * Steep ascents and descents * Night running sections – Border 100 Miler * Extended distance challenge * Mixed terrain * Significant sleep deprivation factor – Hell Ultra High 5’s (Manali to Leh) * Multiple high-altitude passes * Extreme weather conditions * Technical mountain terrain – Mawla Ghaati ultra 75k * Highly technical trail with dangerous sections * Multiple fall hazards * Steep ascents and descents * Night running sections – Solang Sky Ultra 100k * High-altitude mountain course * Elevation gain- 7350m D+ * Temp: 25°C (day time), 0°C (night time) * Terrain: Mountain, Technical trail, High Altitude, Glaciers, and Water streams * ITRA based race – Hennur Bamboo ultra 220k – Winner (26:02) * Mixed terrain ( trail and flat road) * Extended distance challenge * Set a course record – Additional Completions: * BNP Ultra 50k: Technical trail running * Matheran Endurothon 60k: Significant elevation gain * Lonavala Versha Marathon 50k: Monsoon conditions * Mumbai Ultra: Urban ultra challenge * 12 hours stadium run: covered 116.8k * Tata ultra 50k: Rolling hills and elevation gain – 1500k run (35 marathon in 35 days over all district of Haryana # Special Achievement – Maha Navy Connect (555k from Arnala Fort to Sindhudurg Fort) * Completed 555km in 5 days * Combined ultra-running and relay formats * Coastal terrain with varying weather conditions * Multi-day endurance challenge * Physical and logistical complexity # Marathon Performance – Personal Best in Mumbai Marathon: 3:22 – First Full Marathon (IDBI Spice Coast): 4:44 # Additional Endurance Achievement – Solo Trek to Everest Base Camp (March 2021) * Altitude: Up to 5,364m (17,598 ft) * Technical challenges: High altitude acclimatization * Extreme weather conditions * Self-supported trek # Technical Expertise – Experienced in GPS navigation and self-guided routes – Proficient in ultra-running gear management – Skilled in high-altitude endurance running – Extensive experience in varied terrain (desert, mountains, trails) – Competent in night running and safety protocols – Experienced in nutrition and hydration management for extreme conditions # Notable Strengths – Proven ability to complete multiple ultra events (9 ultras in 2019) – Strong mental fortitude in challenging conditions – Experienced in extreme weather conditions – Consistent performance improvement record – Adaptable to various race formats and terrains – Demonstrated recovery capabilities for back-to-back events # Philosophy “When you are training listen to your body but when you are racing listen to your mind”