Mark Hammond

@mark.d.hammond

I'm an athlete who thrives on exploring mountains. I built aerobic fitness through mountaineering, and it wasn't until my late 20s that I became a dedicated runner. I prefer races that take most of the day or more to finish, so 100 milers are my forte. 
 
Hometown 
Cottonwood Heights, Utah 
 
Running Career Highlights 

  • 2x podium finishes at Western States 
  • 3x podium finishes at Run Rabbit Run 100
  • 3x Top 10 Best Ultrarunners in America

 
What is your Stay Out There™ mantra? 
I've never regretted finishing a run, even when I greatly struggled. 
 
What is your favorite snack at an aid station? 
Ramen 
 
Why Altra? 
I really like Altra shoes, especially for their FootShape toe boxes, which make ultrarunning much more comfortable.