Published: 15th February 2025 | Last Updated: 7th December 2025 | Updated every year to reflect the latest requirements | Reading time: 3 minutes
By Dr Simon Shaw | Founder & Chief Medical Officer, Fit Certify
Dr Simon Shaw is the founder and medical director at Fit Certify — a worldwide provider of online sports medical certificates.
The UTMB series is the gold standard in trail running, attracting elite and amateur runners from around the world. With events spanning multiple continents, UTMB offers a true test of endurance, skill, and determination.
Before you embark on this adventure, one essential requirement stands in your way: a sports medical certificate.
In this short guide we’ll explain why it’s needed, and show you how Fit Certify can help you get yours online.
The UTMB World Series features some of the toughest and most iconic trail races on the planet. From the original UTMB in Chamonix, France, to exotic races in Asia, the Americas, and Oceania, these events push runners to their limits with extreme altitude, rugged terrain, and unpredictable weather conditions.
Participants in UTMB events cover distances ranging from 20km to over 170km, often with significant elevation gain. The challenge is not just about endurance but also resilience, strategy, and proper preparation.
Yes. A valid medical certificate for sports is mandatory for participation in many UTMB races across the world. Here’s why it’s often a mandatory requirement:
This certificate isn’t just a formality — it’s a safeguard ensuring you are prepared for some of the world’s toughest trail races.
If you need your UTMB medical certificate reviewed and signed by a doctor, Fit Certify makes the process quick, straightforward, and fully online. Here’s how it works:
Share a few details about your general health and medical history.
One of our expert sports medical doctors will assess your suitability for competitive cycling.
If fit, you’ll receive a signed and stamped medical certificate by email — usually within just a few hours
A doctor-reviewed and signed medical certificate for all UTMB events is just £69 with Fit Certify.
Hear from other runners who got their sports medical certificates with Fit Certify.
Yes! Many UTMB events provide a standard medical certificate template confirming that you have “no contraindications for participating in competitive running.” This form is usually available to download from the event website, and you can use it to get your doctor’s signature and stamp. However, requirements can vary slightly between races, so it’s worth checking your specific event’s instructions.
At Fit Certify, we specialise in providing sports medical certificates for endurance athletes, including those competing in UTMB events worldwide. Here’s why runners trust us:
The UTMB World Series includes multiple international events, each offering unique landscapes, terrains, and challenges. Whether you’re looking for an extreme high-altitude race or a scenic trail through lush forests, there’s a UTMB event for you.
UTMB events are among the most challenging and prestigious trail races in the world. To ensure a smooth and stress-free experience, securing your medical certificate in advance is crucial.
With Fit Certify, you can complete the process quickly and fully online, allowing you to focus on the race ahead. Ready to take on the UTMB challenge? Get your sports medical certificate today!
Sports Medicine Doctor • Athlete • Founder & Medical Director at Fit Certify
I’m Simon — a UK and US-trained sports and exercise medicine doctor, family physician, GP, academic researcher, and the founder of Fit Certify. For the past few years, I’ve been leading a team of sports doctors who specialise in providing medical certification for endurance athletes competing in major events across Europe.
As someone who runs trails and signs up for big challenges myself, I understand how much commitment goes into preparing for a race like a UTMB event — the training blocks, the logistics, the sacrifices. The last thing you want is to get held up by admin or medical paperwork when you’re so close to the start line.
That’s why Fit Certify exists: to make the process quick, straightforward, and aligned with UTMB medical documentation requirements, so nothing stops you from picking up your bib and getting to the mountains.
If you need advice or run into any issues along the way, just email us at hello@fitcertify.com — we’ll make sure you’re supported.
Disclaimer: This guide is for general information only and should not replace personalised medical advice.
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