Meet Western States’ Oldest Sponsored Athlete: Eric Spector
Eric Spector ran his first 100-miler in 2018 — at age 71. This summer, he’ll attempt one of the hardest 100-milers in the country.
Behind the FKT: Joe ‘Stringbean’ McConaughy on Blitzing the 788-Mile Arizona Trail
With trails like these, something always goes wrong. Luckily, the Stringbean pushed through an ankle injury and miles of snow to complete the Arizona Trail in record time.
Run a ‘Beer Can Loop,’ Get a Free 12-Pack of Coors
If you missed the Coors Beer Run in New York in honor of National Beer Day, don’t worry. You can still win a frosty 12-pack.
Get ‘Rad! Life Time Unveils ‘Dirt Fest’ Races for Gravel Ride, Run
Life Time Fitness quadruples down on its commitment to host big-name events in small-town America with its latest bike/run offering: the ‘Rad Dirt Fest. Organizers see a particularly bright future on the dusty gravel roads of Trinidad, Colo.
The Best Treadmills of 2021: Top Performers for Getting Fit This Year
Our buyer’s guide will help you find the best treadmill for home use, including top picks from NordicTrack, Nautilus, Peloton, and more.
This ‘Legs of Steel’ Workout Will Make You a Faster Downhill Runner
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.
Next-Level Cushion: inov-8 Drops G-Fly, First Graphene-Enhanced Foam
Curious as we are about a shoe that can last nearly 800 miles and still stay responsive? Read on to learn about inov-8’s latest trail shoe with graphene-enhanced foam that claims to do just that.
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The Best Elliptical Workout for Runners: Rolling Hill Simulator
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.
‘Methods’ to the Madness: Scientist, Athlete Talks Part-Time Ultrarunning
Not all ultrarunners are pro athletes — they have day jobs like the rest of us. See one part-time runner’s story in ‘Methods.’
Best 5K Run Plan: Rhythm Interval Training
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.
First Look: Nathan Running Apparel Handles Perspiration, Precipitation, Sun, and Snow
After starting with hydration gear in 1985, Nathan Sports now dives into performance running apparel.
Boston Marathon Announces ‘Virtual’ Option, Opens to 70,000 Runners
The Boston Athletic Association has made a controversial decision to allow runners to run the Boston Marathon from anywhere.
Walk, Run, Hike, or Roll in The North Face’s 100K VECTIV Challenge
Between now and the end of March, The North Face is running a Strava challenge with a big goal — 100 km — and big prizes too.
The Case for Running ‘Naked’: Ditch the Electronics for a Happier, Healthier Run
The modern world is laden with technology. And in our fast-paced society, running is not immune. But sometimes it’s better to hit the trail without the distraction of gadgets.
New FKT: HOKA Athlete Conquers the World’s Highest Active Volcano
We’ve seen a lot of FKTs on cool routes, but this one might take the cake. Learn about Tyler Andrews’ volcano FKT here.
Running to Beat 3 Big Records: ‘Davide’s Way Against the Clock’
Think setting a new record is nerve-wracking? Try besting your childhood idol in the process. Watch an Italian runner attempt this feat in Salomon TV’s new series.
The 5 Best Running Hydration Packs & Vests of 2021
We tested the best running hydration packs and vests of 2021, including top picks from Salomon, Nathan Sports, Arc’teryx, and more.
Better Living Through Data: InsideTracker Blood Test Maps a Healthier Lifestyle
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Lifetime Achievement: 6 Marathoners Vie for a Spot on the Olympic Team
‘A Time and Place’ running documentary follows six runners on their journey of running the Olympic Trials Marathon.
Treadmill Training: Why I Became a ‘Virtual Coach’ Convert
A trail runner finds sage advice in a virtual-coaching program from iFit. It changed his view of what a session on a treadmill screen can do.
The Best Running Hats of 2021
Whether pounding the pavement or hitting the trail, we’ve found the best running hats for every use and budget.
The Best Triathlon Watches of 2021
Triathlon watches are effective training companions for multisport athletes of all kinds. Here are the best on the market in 2021.
Races and Events to Watch for in 2021
Curious as to what’s actually happening this year? We’ve got the scoop here on which races and events to watch for in 2021.
The Race Is on: Leadville Series Opens Lottery for Runners, MTB
The 2021 lottery for the famed Leadville Race Series is now open. Cyclists and runners, here’s your chance to enter the race.
Polar Vantage V2 Smartwatch Review: Training Tests Give Greater Fitness Insight
I spent 30 days and nights with the Polar Vantage V2 smartwatch, a featherweight fitness tracker that excels at heart-rate training and recovery data. But the coolest experience happened post-testing.
New Shoe, New Record: Walmsley, HOKA Break American 100K Mark
The sequel to HOKA ONE ONE’s Carbon X shoe comes, like its predecessor, with a mission: break records. And just like its predecessor, it did.
2 Weeks, 21 Million Steps: inov-8, COROS Launch a Giveaway With Big Goals
Think you can run 21 million steps in 2 weeks? It’s impossible — unless we do it together. That’s what inov-8 and COROS are out to prove: We aren’t in this alone.
Top 10 FKTs of 2020: The Best, Fastest Routes of the Year
The act of setting FKTs (fastest known times) has been popular for decades. But in 2020, the endeavor saw more participation than ever before. Read on for the top FKTs of the year.
The Best Fitness Watches of 2021
A good fitness watch assures your workout is tracked and logged in addition to providing data to get you in better shape. We tested the leading fitness trackers and GPS watches to find the best.
‘Float’ Workouts: How to Become a Mentally Stronger Runner
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!
‘The Big Chill’: Ultrarunning Across Chilliwack, British Columbia, in Under 2 Days
Over 100 miles, 33,000 feet of gain, six epic mountains — in “The Big Chill,” Chilliwack-based ultrarunner Gary Robbins runs what he calls a “backyard 100-miler.”
