I think 12 of 13 participants started and finished the marathon. One washed out during training due to persistent injuries. So, almost anyone can finish a mara

I think 12 of 13 participants started and finished the marathon. One washed out during training due to persistent injuries. So, almost anyone can finish a marathon, with motivation and preparation. I can't remember for sure, but I think the participants had about a year and were given some excellent coaches whom they met with regularly. Ultras require substantially the same kind of training as marathons, though you'll certainly have a different fueling and pacing strategy.