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Cory Smith

Cory Smith

Cory Smith is a Santa Barbara, California-based athlete, online running coach, and freelance journalist specializing in running- and climbing-related content and gear reviews. He draws from over 25 years as an elite runner and rock climber for ideas, inspiration, and expertise. Check out his portfolio here.

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The Best Men’s Running Shirts of 2022

May 25, 2022 |  By Cory Smith

By now, we all know the best running shirts should be moisture-wicking. Not allowing sweat to wick off your skin can be a source of overheating.

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Nike ZoomX Streakfly: Fast, Furious, Futuristic Running Shoe

January 19, 2022 |  By Cory Smith

The Nike ZoomX Streakfly steps away from the carbon fiber fad to create a purpose-built, comfortable speed shoe for short-distance races.

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The Best Fitness Watches of 2022

January 10, 2022 |  By Cory Smith & Austin Beck-Doss

We tested the best fitness watches of 2022 with options for every budget. Our top picks include Garmin, Fitbit, and more!

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The Best Treadmills of 2022

January 4, 2022 |  By Cory Smith & Austin Beck-Doss

We tested the best treadmills of 2022 with options for every budget. Top picks include Nordic Track, Peloton, and more.

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The Running Event Recap: Best Shoes for 2022

December 20, 2021 |  By Cory Smith

We recently traveled to Austin, Texas, for The Running Event, an annual running-specific conference and trade show, to check out what’s in store for 2022. And this year did not disappoint!

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The Best Running Shoes of 2022

December 20, 2021 |  By Cory Smith

We tested the best running shoes of 2022 with options for every budget. Top picks include HOKA, Brooks, and more!

Best Boutique Running Brands for Style and Performance

Best Boutique Running Brands for Style and Performance

November 29, 2021 |  By Cory Smith

If you want to stand out at your next running event — without sacrificing comfort or performance — these are the most stylish, trendy boutique brands you should shop.

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Kyle Richardson Sets an FKT in the Flatirons, Tells All

September 16, 2021 |  By Cory Smith

Some of the best mountain athletes I’ve ever met are rather unassuming. They never willingly talk about their accomplishments and only discuss them when asked. Even then, they don’t brag or boast.

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Nike’s Most Sustainable Performance Shoe Ever: Alphafly Next Nature

September 13, 2021 |  By Cory Smith

Nike unveils its most eco-friendly performance shoe — take a look at what makes the Alphafly Next Nature so special.

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Scarpa Surprises With ‘Ribelle Run’ Record-Setting Trail Shoe: Review

August 17, 2021 |  By Cory Smith

Scarpa may not be at the top of the list for many when it comes to trail/mountain running shoes, but with the release of the Ribelle Run, it absolutely should be.

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The 65 Special Running Workout: A Test of Speed and Endurance

July 13, 2021 |  By Cory Smith

As a runner, it’s important to test your fitness. A fun and less stressful way to do it can be a staple test of fitness with a workout like the 65 Special.

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‘Modular’ Trail Shoe: Meet the Customizable Speedland SL:PDX

June 15, 2021 |  By Cory Smith

Speedland has created one shoe — or equipment, as they call it — that could be altered to effectively handle all types of terrain. Check it out!

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Nail Your Race Pace: Six Workouts to Hit Your 5K Running Goal

June 4, 2021 |  By Cory Smith

The more time you spend running at your goal pace, the more confident and comfortable you’ll feel at that pace. Furthermore, by practicing your goal pace, your body will become more efficient at that pace, leading to a better running economy.

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Burrito-Style Hiking Pack: Patagonia Altvia Backpack Review

May 5, 2021 |  By Cory Smith

Patagonia quietly released a new line of four eco-friendly day and light overnight hiking packs. We hit the trails in the largest-capacity pack, the Altvia 36L, to put this lightweight pack through the wringer.

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Most Famous 5K Run Workout: Prefontaine’s 30-40

May 3, 2021 |  By Cory Smith

In the world of elite 5K runners, very few workouts are as famous as Prefontaine’s 30-40 workout. With one adjustment, anyone can tailor this famous 5K workout to improve their running.

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Spice Up Your Interval Training With This ‘One-Minute Cutdown’ Workout

April 19, 2021 |  By Cory Smith

Fartleks can be a fun, stress-free way to get really fit — and they require nothing more than a stopwatch. Whether you’re an ultra-runner, road racer, or track athlete, fartleks offer an effective training tool that you can do over any terrain.

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ASICS Challenges Nike Super Shoe With ‘MetaSpeed Sky’: Review

March 29, 2021 |  By Cory Smith

With ASICS’s latest running shoe, Nike can no longer claim dominance as the fastest shoe on the market. We put the MetaSpeed Sky to the test to see how it stacks up to the vaunted Vaporfly.

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This ‘Legs of Steel’ Workout Will Make You a Faster Downhill Runner

March 25, 2021 |  By Cory Smith

I learned very quickly it takes a lot more than a big aerobic engine to be a good trail runner — it takes legs of steel. These backward hill repeats are your ticket for rock-solid, downhill-running mountain legs.

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The Best Elliptical Workout for Runners: Rolling Hill Simulator

March 18, 2021 |  By Cory Smith

You may not believe me, but the elliptical can be a whole lot of fun if you know what to do. Read on and you may just want to hop on one today.

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Best 5K Run Plan: Rhythm Interval Training

March 9, 2021 |  By Cory Smith

Whether you’re looking to up your 5K time or need to prepare for the best race of your life, this workout will improve your pace.

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‘Float’ Workouts: How to Become a Mentally Stronger Runner

December 30, 2020 |  By Cory Smith

In-and-out workouts serve as a great early-season fartlek or quality session smack in the middle of your training cycle. Learn more about them here!

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‘Igloi’ Run Workout: Intense Sprints for Distance Runners

December 23, 2020 |  By Cory Smith

Check out our breakdown of Igloi-style 100s, a short, fast interval training that prevents high levels of lactic acid from accumulating in the bloodstream.

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Distance Runners: Here’s the Best Treadmill Workout You Can Do This Winter

December 9, 2020 |  By Cory Smith

Being stuck on the treadmill isn’t all bad news. Spend the winter months getting fitter and stronger than you ever have with this killer treadmill workout.

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Run Faster: Prime Your Nervous System With Power Hill Sprints

December 1, 2020 |  By Cory Smith

Brooks Johnson, the famous former Stanford track and field coach, once said, ‘It’s true that speed kills in distance running. It kills anyone who doesn’t have it.’ You will need it. Here’s how to get it.

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Some Love It, Most Hate It: The Best Running Workout You Can Do

November 20, 2020 |  By Cory Smith

Over my 5-year career as a runner at Villanova University, I must have logged over 500 interval sessions. Most have since left my memory, but there’s one workout that has been burned in my memory forever — threshold repeats.

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Hill Run Workout: The Secret to More Speed on the Vert

November 13, 2020 |  By Cory Smith

Hills can make or break a runner. Some love them, others despise them. When it comes to road or trail, the runner who trained on hills is usually the stronger, more prepared runner.

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Spice Up Your Run Workout: Tempo With a Twist

November 5, 2020 |  By Cory Smith

Of all running workouts, perhaps the most popular is the tempo run. It also happens to be one of the most boring workouts. We can fix that.

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Long-Distance Running Workout: How to Go Farther, Faster

October 15, 2020 |  By Cory Smith

By adding some speed to Day One, you’ll get more from back-to-back long run days.

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The Best Marathon Workout: ‘Alternating Miles’ Long Run

October 5, 2020 |  By Cory Smith

Avoid hitting the wall with this twist to your weekly long run.

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No Vert, No Prob: Try This Hill Repeat Workout for Faster Mountain Runs

September 24, 2020 |  By Cory Smith

Adding a tempo run before these ascending hill repeats turns any run-of-the-mill incline into a true mountain workout.

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How to Boost V02 Max: Billat 30-30 Interval Workout

September 8, 2020 |  By Cory Smith

Increase your V02 max — the maximum amount of oxygen your body is capable of utilizing — with this short, fun fartlek workout.

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