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2021 Marathon des Sables: Death, Record DNFs Plague ‘Toughest Footrace on Earth’

On Oct. 3, over 700 runners started the 155-mile Marathon des Sables in the Moroccan Sahara. Five days later, one had died and just 353…

Written by Sam Anderson October 26, 2021

Training Through Autism: Triathlete Sam Holness’ Spectrum of Success

HOKA triathlete Sam Holness finished the IRONMAN in St. George, Utah, a first for an openly autistic athlete. It’s another achievement toward his larger goal…

Mandatory Gear: Adventure Racing National Championships

Team GearJunkie competed in a National Championship event that required 30 hours of wilderness navigation and a kit of specialized gear.

Written by Stephen Regenold October 26, 2021

Goofy-Looking Sunglasses Offer Ultimate Protection, Great Optics

The Julbo Ultimate Cover sunglass adds a removable soft plastic nose and side shades for fall 2021. And while they certainly make a statement, the…

Written by Sean McCoy October 25, 2021

Harvey Lewis Breaks ‘Backyard Ultra’ World Record, Runs 354 Miles in 3.5 Days

On Oct. 19, 2021, endurance runner and high school teacher Harvey Lewis set a new ‘backyard ultra’ world record by running 354 miles in under…

Written by Jilli Cluff October 20, 2021

‘Women in Adventure’: Garmin Spotlights Marathon Record Runner Chau Smith

You’d be hardpressed to find a runner in their 70s as accomplished as Chau Smith. But for her, it’s not just about the challenge. It’s…

Written by Mary Murphy October 14, 2021

Running as Art: Pro Athlete, Designer Draws Inspiration From the Trail

“I just don’t run for myself, I run for others. I run for the people,” says the creator behind Janji’s latest Artist Series: trail runner…

Written by Mary Murphy October 08, 2021

‘Mountain Runner’ Summits 189 Peaks, Runs 500 Miles in 1 Month

On Sept. 10, Welsh ‘mountain runner’ Will Renwick began a south-to-north run across Wales — and summited every peak at least 2,000 feet high on…

Written by Sam Anderson October 06, 2021

Run With Zwift: Virtual Cycling Platform Expands to Runners

Calling all runners: There’s a new sheriff in town. And in its second year as a running platform, Zwift has a few new tricks up…

Written by Mary Murphy October 01, 2021

Filipino Team Dominates Obstacle Course Racing With Kilimanjaro Wins

The Filipino national team dusted the field at the inaugural Altitude OCR (obstacle course racing) World Championships at Africa’s Mount Kilimanjaro. Its athletes took gold…

Written by Sam Anderson September 28, 2021

Sika Henry Becomes US’s First Black Female Pro Triathlete

On Sunday, Sept. 26, Sika Henry crossed the finish line for the first time since earning her USA Triathlon Elite pro card.

Written by Jilli Cluff September 27, 2021

Kyle Richardson Sets an FKT in the Flatirons, Tells All

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.…

Written by Cory Smith September 16, 2021

Arcade Parkour! Freerunner Pasha Petkuns Pounces Around in ‘Human Pinball’

The boss of freerunning, Pavel ‘Pasha’ Petkuns, takes to the arcade in his latest cinematic feat, ‘The Human Pinball.’

Written by Jilli Cluff September 15, 2021

Nuratrue Earbuds Review: Personalized Sound and Comfort for Your Ears

Nura’s focus on ultra-personalized sound gets even more precise with the release of the Nuratrue earbuds. With a novel way of customizing sound to a…

Written by Tim Newcomb September 09, 2021

Kyle Richardson Rages Up (and Down) Colorado Flatirons for ‘Quinfecta’ FKT

Kyle Richardson holds more speed records in the Front Range than Ricky Bobby holds in NASCAR. Now, he’s got the FKT on the sought-after Flatirons…

Written by Sam Anderson September 02, 2021

2021 Will Be the Year of the Marathon: Here’s Why

Marathons have always been a popular challenge. But for 2021, they seem to become an especially historic event.

Written by Mary Murphy August 27, 2021

The Gear That Won the Leadville Trail 100 Run

It’s renowned for being the highest-elevation centennial race in the world, and draws athletes from all corners of the globe to compete. This is what…

Written by Will Brendza August 27, 2021

‘What It Takes’: Watch How First-Time Ultrarunner Won in Chamonix

Switching gears from shorter distances to a 90K ultra through the Alps is an admirable feat. Follow Hillary Gerardi on her path to a UTMB…

Written by Mary Murphy August 23, 2021

Pro Runner Mom Has Tips on How to Run During Pregnancy

Makenna Myler is the ultimate example of a mother’s strength. Vowing to continue training throughout her pregnancy, she accomplished her goals and more.

Written by Rebecca Parsons August 20, 2021

Crush Your PR: Join Under Armour in Running the ‘ALL OUT’ Mile

Under Armour is bringing a new challenge to runners around the globe this month — the ‘ALL OUT Mile.’

Written by Mary Murphy August 18, 2021

Where Do Athletes Get Their Fuel? 2 Ultrarunners Share Their Diets

These two ultrarunning athletes are both successful at running long distances. But their diets couldn’t be more different.

Written by Mary Murphy August 11, 2021

Learn a Chill, Mindful Running Routine With Rio Lakeshore

Roark Run Amok ambassador Rio Lakeshore hasn’t missed a day of running in years — in fact, he’s on course to run 5,000 miles in 2021.

Written by Mary Murphy July 30, 2021

Highland Kings Ultramarathon Comes With Butlers, Chefs, and a Hefty Entry Fee

In April 2022, 40 participants will experience an ultra-luxurious ultramarathon experience at the Highland Kings Ultra Marathon in Scotland.

Written by Kristen Arendt July 29, 2021

The Lightweight Summer Running Gear You Need to Stay Cool

Proper gear can make or break a workout, so do yourself a solid and choose wisely. To help you, we’ve gathered the best lightweight running…

Written by Rebecca Parsons July 27, 2021

‘Out on a Wire’ Grunge Documentary Follows Unsanctioned, Underground 300-Mile Foot Race

You are tasked with running 344 miles, with no aid and no official course. Would you do it? If so, the ‘Out on a Wire’…

Written by Mary Murphy July 26, 2021

Can’t-Miss Deal: $200 Off NURVV Insole Activity Tracker

Looking for a way to analyze and dial in your running skills? Consider using NURVV’s wearable smart insoles, on sale today.

Written by Mary Murphy July 23, 2021

Triathlons Have a Diversity Problem: Here’s Who’s Fixing It

Black athletes make up less than 1% of triathletes in the U.S. and Canada. Vanessa Foerster is ready to change that.

Written by Mary Murphy July 21, 2021

Swim, Bike, Run: Endurance Athletes to Watch at the Olympic Games

The best of swim, bike, and run — watch these world athletes compete on the Olympic stage in triathlons, marathons, and more.

Written by Mary Murphy July 20, 2021

‘Hellah’ Good Runner: NJ Man Has Not Stopped Running for 4 Years

Can you imagine running over 1,000 days in a row? This runner did, and he’s still running.

Written by Mary Murphy July 13, 2021

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

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…

Written by Cory Smith July 13, 2021

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