• Home
  • News
    • Global Operations
      • Asia
      • Africa
      • Europe
      • Latin America
      • Middle East
      • North America
    • Industry
      • Asia
      • Africa
      • Europe
      • Latin America
      • Middle East
      • North America
      • Oceana
    • Special Interest
      • Asia
      • Africa
      • Europe
      • Latin America
      • Middle East
      • North America
      • Oceana
  • Market
    • Coming Soon
  • Intelligence
    • Job Board
    • Events
    • Contract Awards
    • USMC Deception Manual
  • Resources
    • Contact Us
    • About Us
    • Editorial Policy
    • Privacy Policy
  • Home
  • News
    • Global Operations
      • Asia
      • Africa
      • Europe
      • Latin America
      • Middle East
      • North America
    • Industry
      • Asia
      • Africa
      • Europe
      • Latin America
      • Middle East
      • North America
      • Oceana
    • Special Interest
      • Asia
      • Africa
      • Europe
      • Latin America
      • Middle East
      • North America
      • Oceana
  • Market
    • Coming Soon
  • Intelligence
    • Job Board
    • Events
    • Contract Awards
    • USMC Deception Manual
  • Resources
    • Contact Us
    • About Us
    • Editorial Policy
    • Privacy Policy
Login
Join Free
Home
Asia
Africa
Europe
Latin America
Middle East
North America
Asia
Africa
Europe
Latin America
Middle East
North America
Asia
Africa
Europe
Latin America
Middle East
North America
Coming Soon
Job Board
Events
Contact Awards
USMC Deception Manual
Login
Join Free
Home Uncategorized

Charlie Lawrence Shatters 50-Mile World Record in Illinois

American runner Charlie Lawrence recently set a pending world record for the 50-mile distance at the Tunnel Hill 50 ultramarathon in Vienna, Illinois.

  • Editor Staff
  • November 16, 2023
Runner with race number grabbing plastic cup with water at the refreshment station on the race. Focus on cups.
(Shutterstock / Photo Contributor EshanaPhoto)
Share on FacebookShare on TwitterLinkedIn

American runner Charlie Lawrence recently set a pending world record for the 50-mile distance at the Tunnel Hill 50 ultramarathon in Vienna, Illinois. Averaging an astonishing 5:46 per-mile pace, Lawrence finished the course in 4:48:21, surpassing the previous record set by Jim Walmsley. This achievement follows Lawrence’s exploration of distances beyond the traditional marathon, inspired by advice and encouragement from established marathoners and ultrarunners.
  

Key Points: 

  1. Record-Breaking Performance: Charlie Lawrence broke the 50-mile world record with a time of 4:48:21 at the Tunnel Hill 50 ultramarathon, wearing Nike Alphafly 2s and maintaining a pace of 5:46 per mile.
  2. Marathon Background: Lawrence, who had been focusing on marathons, including qualifying for the U.S. Olympic Trials, transitioned to ultramarathon running, inspired by marathon champions Des Linden and Fernando Cabada.
  3. Training and Preparation: Lawrence’s training involved high mileage and intense workouts, with a peak of 145 miles in one week. He also underwent extensive treatments for a sacral stress fracture in 2022, which temporarily halted his racing.
  4. Inspirational Figures: Influential runners like Des Linden, who Lawrence paced in a 50K world record attempt, played a significant role in his shift to ultrarunning.
  5. Future in Ultrarunning: Unlike many marathon runners who turn to trail ultras, Lawrence is interested in flat, fast ultras that extend the quick stride turnover of marathons. His success suggests a potential new direction in his running career.

 

Source: 50-mile-world-record 

Editor Staff

Editor Staff

The Editor Staff at SOFX comprises a diverse, global team of dedicated staff writers and skilled freelancers. Together, they form the backbone of our reporting and content creation.

Subscribe
Login
Notify of
Please login to comment
0 Comments
Oldest
Newest Most Voted
Inline Feedbacks
View all comments
ADVERTISEMENT

Trending News

Ukraine’s SSO Shares Unverified Video Claiming FPV Drone Strike on Russian Ka-52

Ukraine’s SSO Shares Unverified Video Claiming FPV Drone Strike on Russian Ka-52

by Editor Staff
May 19, 2025
0

A viral social media post by Ukraine’s Special Operations Forces (SSO) and the Balista Unit has led to claims that...

Video Shows Close-Combat Clash Between IDF and Hamas in Gaza

Video Shows Close-Combat Clash Between IDF and Hamas in Gaza

by Editor Staff
May 12, 2025
0

A video reportedly released by Israeli local Israeli media outlets shows Israeli Defense Forces (IDF) soldiers in a close-range firefight...

Ukrainian Intelligence Makes First Public Reveal of Magura-7 Drone Boat Used to Down Russian Jets

Ukrainian Intelligence Makes First Public Reveal of Magura-7 Drone Boat Used to Down Russian Jets

by Editor Staff
May 16, 2025
0

Ukraine’s Defense Intelligence Directorate (GUR) publicly revealed its Magura-7 uncrewed surface vessel (USV) Thursday, showcasing new footage and technical specifications...

ADVERTISEMENT
ADVERTISEMENT
Next Post
An Airman, who deployed to the 816th Expeditionary Airlift Squadron, embraces his family at Joint Base Charleston, South Carolina, Oct. 3, 2022. After 16 consecutive years of active service, the 816th EAS was inactivated, and will be replaced by the 8th Expeditionary Airlift Squadron. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Christian Silvera)

Air Force Officers Struggle with Parental Discharge Policy

Man preparing for roller blading, putting on rollerblades.

Taliban Security Forces Take to Rollerblades in Kabul

997 Morrison Dr. Suite 200, Charleston, SC 29403

News

  • Global Operations
  • Special Interest
  • Industry
  • Global Operations
  • Special Interest
  • Industry

Services

  • Membership Page
  • Merchandise
  • Recruiting
  • Membership Page
  • Merchandise
  • Recruiting

Resources

  • About Us
  • Contact Us
  • Editorial Policy
  • Privacy Policy
  • About Us
  • Contact Us
  • Editorial Policy
  • Privacy Policy
wpDiscuz
No Result
View All Result
  • Home
  • News
    • Global Operations
      • Asia
      • Africa
      • Europe
      • Latin America
      • Middle East
      • North America
    • Industry
      • Asia
      • Africa
      • Europe
      • Latin America
      • Middle East
      • North America
      • Oceana
    • Special Interest
      • Asia
      • Africa
      • Europe
      • Latin America
      • Middle East
      • North America
      • Oceana
  • Market
    • Coming Soon
  • Intelligence
    • Job Board
    • Events
    • Contract Awards
    • USMC Deception Manual
  • Resources
    • Contact Us
    • About Us
    • Editorial Policy
    • Privacy Policy
Subscribe
This website uses cookies. By continuing to use this website you are giving consent to cookies being used. Visit our Privacy and Cookie Policy.

Log in to your account

Lost your password?