If this name isn’t familiar yet, it’s worth remembering! Jurand Czabański, a Pole from Krakow living in the United States, is already a world record holder in the 10x Ironman. From July 1, 2025, he is writing a new chapter in history. The 40-year-old is attempting the 50x Ironman in a continuous format—a challenge no one in the world has ever attempted!

Meet Jurand Czabański – Record-Breaking 10x Ironman Athlete

This amateur of pushing human endurance limits is from Poland but has lived in the United States for many years. He works as a physiotherapist, splitting his time between patients and grueling training sessions. As he admits, during preparation periods, his days are very long, starting before 5:00 a.m.

Mornings begin with coffee and a few pages of reading, followed by swimming, breakfast, and training sessions that can last up to six hours. While others might say “enough” after that, Jurand calmly heads to work and later spends time with his family, who – he emphasizes – provide immense mental support.

Despite his titles and growing media attention, Jurand remains himself: a man exploring physical and mental limits without forgetting others. His participation in the 50x Ironman is tied to a charity effort for the Cancer Fighters Foundation, with donations helping children, youth, and adults battling cancer.

Understanding the 10x Ironman – Distances and Challenges

Jurand has already made history. For those unfamiliar, the 10x Ironman consists of 38 km swimming, 1,800 km cycling, and 422 km running in a single race. He completed the entire distance in an astonishing 169 hours, 53 minutes, and 33 seconds, setting a new world record! Sounds unbelievable? As of the writing of this article (July 28, 2025), the eyes of the world are once again on the Polish athlete, now attempting the 50x Ironman!

It’s hard to believe that just a few years ago, Jurand wasn’t thinking about breaking records and didn’t even know how to swim. After participating in a “regular” Ironman, his appetite grew, and he quickly began increasing his distances.

How Jurand Czabański Trained for the 10x Ironman

“Preparation is never one-dimensional. It’s a massive undertaking, combining perfect physical conditioning with equally crucial mental preparation. The mind likes to play tricks…”

Jurand admits he focuses especially on the mental side. In his view, it’s the mind that drives action and tells you to keep going when the body says “stop!” Preparing for a 10x (and likely any) Ironman also involves proper diet, recovery, and supplementation. There’s no room for error – without comprehensive preparation, it’s impossible to compete with your own limits.

Extreme Ironman Training – Physical and Mental Strategies

Since Jurand is currently unavailable, we asked his team for details about his mental and physical training. Breaking the 10x Ironman record was a massive training process, after which he had to recover quickly and prepare for the “fifty” (with only a short window from May to July).

His team emphasizes that training for this kind of event requires a perfectly planned daily schedule, covering three training stages: swimming, cycling, and running. Jurand has excellent analytical skills, allowing him to adjust his preparation on the go.

Mentally, during the 50x Ironman, he is supported by his wife Ania and daughter Maja. They cheer for him whenever possible, while Jurand faces the “demons” of the Ironman on his own. What matters most is staying present, maintaining absolute focus, and executing his plan step by step – despite changing weather and the unpleasant surprises that inevitably come with such races.

Nutrition, Supplements, and Recovery

Jurand’s diet is simple – healthy and clean. During the 50x Ironman, his wife Ania ensures he receives abundant, high-calorie meals. She cooks familiar and favorite dishes, and sometimes fulfills his cravings during intense exertion (recently, for example, he asked for apples, which he normally doesn’t prefer).

Electrolytes, proper hydration, and collagen supplementation for muscles, joints, and cartilage are also crucial. Jurand relies on the tested and proven Collagen Primabiotic shots, which accompany him daily.

Recovery during the 50x Ironman is limited, as Jurand aims to finish the challenge in 45 days. He takes short “power naps,” and, as he has noted in previous interviews, his body recovers quickly despite little sleep, preventing complete exhaustion.

Equipment, Planning, and Team Support Behind the Ironman

Jurand is supported by a strong team of family and friends. As seen on social media, they are almost constantly nearby, cheering on the ambitious athlete. Interestingly, during the 50x Ironman, a dog joined the team after veterinary checks and was officially named Pluto. He will likely return from Brazil with the Czabański family.

The Brasil Ultra team manages logistics, equipment, technical issues, and measurements. A Brazilian photographer documents each stage of the 50x Ironman, and Emmy award-winner Kirk Gillon also records the event.

Fans can follow Jurand daily on Instagram, where the social media team shares updates from the 50x Ironman.

Comparing 10x and 50x Ironman – Key Differences & Insights

Jurand already became a world record holder in the 10x Ironman, completing 38 km swimming, 1,800 km cycling, and 422 km running in under 170 hours. The 50x Ironman? Multiply the classic Ironman distances by 50, meaning the athlete must complete 190 km swimming, 9,000 km cycling, and 2,110 km running.

Unimaginable? At the time of writing, Jurand has completed the first two stages (swimming and cycling) with outstanding times and is now tackling the final stage. We believe the home stretch will be a breeze for him!

Jurand Czabański – Looking Ahead to New Achievements

Of course, more record-breaking plans exist, but Jurand is keeping them private for now. People close to him say he focuses entirely on the present, not looking too far ahead. After completing the 50x Ironman, he will need a recovery period, but we are almost certain that soon we’ll hear about new ambitious plans. After all, limits exist only in the mind, and Jurand has repeatedly shown that he can push them further.

Update: Jurand Czabański Completes the 50x Ironman

t’s now confirmed – Jurand Czabański has achieved the impossible: finishing the 50x Ironman Triathlon in continuous format. The challenge included 190 km of swimming, 9,000 km of cycling, and 2,110 km of running, making him the first person in history to complete such a monumental feat.

After weeks marked by minimal rest, unshakable determination, and relentless effort, the Polish athlete based in the United States crossed the ultimate finish line in Brazil, writing a new chapter in endurance sports. Beyond setting a record, his mission carried a deeper purpose – raising funds in support of the Cancer Fighters Foundation.

This achievement redefines the limits of human endurance. As Jurand himself pointed out, the challenge was not only a test of physical strength but equally of mental resilience, focus, and perseverance.

With this accomplishment, Jurand Czabański stands not only as the world record holder in the 10x Ironman but also as the trailblazer and record-setter in the 50x Ironman – once again proving that true limits exist only in the mind.

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