Running

What It Takes: Beer Mile at 9,300 Feet

Four laps, four beers, one mile, and a whole lot of altitude. This video shows Silverton, Colo., is one of the tougher places to host…

Written by GJ Staff March 02, 2018

How to Run 100 Miles: A Total Amateur’s Guide

Pain, suffering, persistence, and glory – everything it takes to run a 100-mile race as told by Brendan Leonard of Semi-Rad.

Written by GJ Staff February 13, 2018

Molly Huddle Sets New US Half Marathon Record

The two-time Olympian set a U.S. record of 1 hour, 7 minutes, 25 seconds in the half marathon at the Houston Half Marathon.

Written by Sean McCoy January 15, 2018

Dream Kit: Courtney Dauwalter’s Moab 240 Head-To-Toe Gear

Running 240 miles is no easy feat. Doing it faster than anyone before, is otherworldly. We interviewed Courtney Dauwalter and got the scoop on the…

Written by Ryan Warner December 11, 2017

First Look: Under Armour’s 2018 HOVR Running Shoes

Under Armour this week took the curtains off a running shoe project in the works for more than two years. Meet HOVR.

Written by Stephen Regenold November 17, 2017

Camille Herron Breaks 100-Mile Running World Record

In Vienna, Illinois, Camille Herron ran the Tunnel Hill 100-mile in 12 hours, 42 minutes, and 39 seconds. She shattered the women’s 100 mile record…

Written by Nate Mitka November 13, 2017

Winter Ultra Racing, or ‘Confessions of a Human Sled Dog’

Veteran winter ultra racer John Storkamp shares wisdom gleaned from a decade of racing some of the world’s toughest, and coldest ultramarathons

Written by John Storkamp November 07, 2017

First Run: Salomon XA Elevate Trail Shoes

The Salomon XA Elevate is a light, fast trail running shoe with a modest stack height and protective but rigid ride for precise, fast singletrack…

Written by Sean McCoy November 02, 2017

Focus, Fathom, Flow: 3 Tips For ‘Mindful Running’

Find wonder in daily training, stay cool under pressure, and get in the zone. ‘Mindful Running’ offers insight into endurance sports.

Written by Nate Mitka October 27, 2017

2017 UTMB Winner Sets New John Muir Trail Speed Record

If you thought that outrageous mountain running records were the sole domain of Kilian Jornet then you need to think again.

Written by Sophie Nicholson October 18, 2017

238 Miles On Foot: Courtney Dauwalter Wins Moab Ultra

Courtney Dauwalter finished the Moab 240 in two days, 9 hours, and 59 minutes. She was faster than any of the men in the pack,…

Written by Nate Mitka October 16, 2017

‘Geo Cables’ Give TNF Trail Runners Snug, Comfy Fit: Review

Three weeks before a 50K race, I started wearing the North Face Ultra Vertical. I put this comfortable trail running shoe to the test on…

Written by Nate Mitka October 13, 2017

Dream Kit: 2017 UTMB Winner’s Gear Head to Toe

Salomon athlete Francois d’Haene topped a star-studded field of ultra athletes, thanks in part to his gear. This is the kit he used to win the…

Written by Sophie Nicholson October 11, 2017

Brazilian Woman Sets Record for Africa’s Highest Peak

Fernanda Maciel shattered the previous fastest known time up and down Mt. Kilimanjaro by nearly three hours.

Written by Adam Ruggiero October 09, 2017

Going The Distance: Arc’teryx Introduces Norvan Running Vest

Arc’teryx listened to its ultrarunners, single day peak baggers, and minimalist adventurers. The Norvan Running Vest is a pack just for them.

Written by Chelsey Magness September 26, 2017

Inspiring! Meet The Woman Challenging Ultrarunning Stereotypes

This film from REI reinforces that it’s plain dumb to judge a person by their appearance. Valerio inspires with her actions, running 50K after 50K…

Written by GJ Staff September 22, 2017

CO Ultra Offers $165,000 Purse: Biggest In History

The 2018 Run, Rabbit, Run in Steamboat Springs, Colo., introduces the ‘Rabbit Cup.’ Teams of three runners compete across 100 miles for the biggest grand…

Written by Nate Mitka September 21, 2017

Couch To 50K: My First Ultra In One Month’s Training

One month to train for 31 miles of running across steep alpine talus and 10,500 ft of elevation gain? Cue insanity now.

Written by Nate Mitka September 12, 2017

Welcome to ‘Swimrun,’ a Grueling New Challenge

Swim, run, swim, repeat. The burgeoning sport of swimrun combines endurance and adventure in an extreme and simple way.

Written by Andrew Magness September 08, 2017

7 Bizarre Items That Powered These UTMB Ultra Runners

It takes a lot to get through the dark moments of ultramarathons. Check out some odd ‘gear’ that helped these UTMB runners take on the…

Written by Sophie Nicholson September 08, 2017

The Best Wetsuits to ‘Swim, Run, Repeat’

Swim. Run. Repeat. That’s the recipe for the surprisingly addictive challenge of swimrun. We tested four purpose built wetsuits designed for this burgeoning new sport.

Written by Andrew Magness August 09, 2017

‘Everyman’ Rickey Gates Completes Unsupported Cross-Country Run

Across 11 states, 152 days, and 3,700 miles, Rickey Gates set out to make his extraordinary run across America as ordinary as possible.

Written by Adam Ruggiero August 02, 2017

World’s Hottest Races And How To Survive Them

What’s harder than running extreme mileage in extreme terrain? Running those miles in heat that’d bust a thermometer.

Written by Sponsored Post July 24, 2017

Kilian Jornet Wins Hardrock 100 With Arm In Sling

Kilian Jornet is tough as nails. The renowned ultramarathon runner just won the Hardrock 100 with a dislocated shoulder.

Written by Sean McCoy July 15, 2017

Beat The Heat: 12 Unorthodox Tricks To Keep Cool

Summer is here. But heat does not need to slow you down. Follow a few simple tips to stay cool outdoors, no matter what the…

Written by Sponsored Post June 28, 2017

Kilian Jornet: The Everest Interview

The renowned mountain runner Kilian Jornet last month summited Everest twice in one week. We sat down to with him to learn more.

Written by Steve Graepel June 27, 2017

LA To Sin City: First All-Female Team Sets 340-Mile FKT

Planning their own route, the six runners of ‘Bird Strike’ became the first all-woman team to complete the grueling Speed Project race.

Written by GJ Staff June 23, 2017

Trail Running Nepal With National Geographic Adventurer of The Year

Mira Rai’s story seems impossible: a Nepali village girl, turned child soldier, and now a globally recognized professional trail runner.

Written by GJ Staff May 26, 2017

First Look: Altra’s ‘Goldilocks’ Trail Runner

The Altra Timp hits a middle ground between the brand’s minimal and super-cushy trail running offerings. In early runs, our editor found it just right.

Written by Sean McCoy May 25, 2017

Five Memorable Shares From Strava’s First Billion Uploads

Strava, the social fitness-sharing app, reached its one-billionth activity upload last week. We look back at some of the wildest accomplishments posted among its millions…

Written by Adam Ruggiero May 25, 2017

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