Just Survive 125

Just Survive 125 is a trail ultra in Hobe Sound, Florida, that starts on January 1, 2027, at 6:30 a.m. The event lists a single 200K format, roughly 125 miles, which is the distance the name refers to. Kicking off on New Year's Day, it asks you to begin the year with one of the longest single-stage efforts on the calendar.

You should treat this distance as a serious step beyond the 100-mile mark. Going well past a full day of running means managing sleep deprivation, sustained fueling and foot care, not just fitness. The event suits runners who already have at least one 100-mile finish and want to test themselves over a longer horizon; it is not the place for a first ultra. Plan a 20- to 24-week build with back-to-back long runs, overnight sessions to rehearse night running, and gear tests for chafing and blisters in Florida's flat, humid terrain. A crew or drop-bag strategy that covers 30-plus hours will matter as much as your training log.