Ultra-Marathons: The 15 Stages Of Suffering
Each ultra-marathon is a unique journey into an abyss of pain and uncertainty. But when running more than 26 miles in one go, you can expect to touch on these ‘stages of suffering.’
Sleight Of Mind: Use ‘Mentalism’ To Run Faster Races
Pick a card, any card – and win a race while you’re at it. Famed ‘mentalist’ Oz Pearlman tells us how to pysch out the competition at your next event.
Trail Runner Suspended For Doping In UTMB
One of Europe’s premier trail races ejected a highly-ranked runner after a positive test for a banned substance.
You Can Run In Scott Jurek’s Shoes (Literally)
Want to capture a little Scott Jurek magic on your next run? Each pair of commemorative Brooks Jurek Cascadia shoes contains a little bit of rubber from shoes worn on his record-setting 2015 run.
‘Perfect’ Hardrock 100 Ultra Race Ends In Tie
The Hardrock 100 captures the growth and popularity of ultrarunning while maintaining a low-tech, self-sufficient, old-school charm. The epic mountain race ended Saturday in a tie.
42 Peaks, 24 Hours: UK’s Famous Ultra Run
A 66-mile race with 27,000 feet of gain and terrain that is rocky, muddy, wet, windy, and generally awful. Did we mention you only have 24 hours?
Insane Vertical Footrace Is ‘Super Bowl Of Alaska’
3,022 feet straight up the mountain: The Mount Marathon 5K is a gorgeous and epic footrace. Watch this insane race documentary now.
10 Essentials: Gear For Trail Running
From energy gel to body lube… these 10 essential items will get you through most any trail-running session.
Meet Jay Arrowsmith-DeCoux, The ‘Trail Running Mayor’
The 33-year-old mayor of an iconic northern Minnesota town runs, bikes, backpacks, hikes, and brings his love of the outdoors with him to city hall.
Film Documents 240-Mile Ultramarathon Across Haiti
‘It’s safe to say it’s one of the harder races in the world.’ — Dean Karnazes
Toughest Race In The West? Welcome To ‘Niwot’s Challenge’
Ultra runners know about the Barkley Marathons. A new race in Colorado offers a mountainous version of the Barkley, including far-flung checkpoints and off-trail travel.
20 Ways To Hate Running Less
Hate Running? Reddit has some advice on how to hate it just a bit less, maybe even like it.
Excerpt: ‘Where the Road Ends’
Where the Road Ends: A Guide to Trail Running, is a resource for trail runners covering training, competition, injury prevention, strategy, and more. Co-author Megan Hicks provided this excerpt.
Stairway To Hell: Vertical Tube Race Is Insane
The course entails a pitch of 2,700 steep stairs set adjacent to a hydroelectric tube in Italy. Why not?
Three Wheels And A Baby: Stroller Half-Marathon Record
Pro runner and uber-dad Calum Neff crushed a world record this year. We asked the stroller-pushing father how it was done.
Going For Record, Couple ‘Crews’ Runner Across USA
After 60 days, we watch in awe as Adam Kimble takes his final steps across the USA and into the Atlantic. This is what we saw along the way.
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Kick Ball As You Run? Wood ‘Bole’ A Tarahumara Game
An American twist on a simple game invented by the greatest runners in the world can make running fun again.
Watch: Running The Streets Of Barcelona
Join professional runners Max King and Ellie Greenwood as they explore Barcelona in this brief video that is part travelogue, part sports film.
What It Takes: Age 17, Runner Completes 100-Mile Ultra
He quit the track team and ran his first marathon at 14. Now Kevin Chem has completed a 100-mile race at the age of 17.
First Look: Altra ‘Golden Spike’ Cross-Country Running Shoe
Five sharp ‘golden’ studs underfoot define the Golden Spike, a sprint-ready shoe coming to market next month.
Runner Dies During Patagonian Ultra-Marathon
A tragedy in Chile this weekend at the Ultra Fiord has claimed the life of a participate. The unconfirmed cause of death was hypothermia.
Couch Surf For Marathons: Runners’ Travel Made Easy
The Sister Marathon Initiative gives runners a new way to connect for travel and fellowship at races around the world.
Think Ironman Is Too Easy? Get Heavy With Leadman
Looking for a tough challenge? Consider the ‘Leadman’ series of ultra-distance events.
Watch: An Ode To Trail Dogs And Running
Four profound minutes to remember the important things in life. Grab your buddy and get out there.
Watch: Running Papua New Guinea With Anna Frost
Anna Frost journeys to the highlands of Papua New Guinea to visit the place where she grew up.
‘The Runner’ Seeks Contestants For $1Million Race
If you are ‘shrewd, tough, physically fit, and independent,’ this competition could earn you a fortune.
Meb’s Tips For Performing Into Your 40s And Beyond
We spoke to the Olympic medalist and Boston Marathon champion, now 40, about how to train, avoid injury, and compete at a high level as the years roll by.
Movie Review: Ultrarunning Vs. Mental Illness In ‘Fifty’
When a man loses his brother-in-law to mental illness, he challenges himself to run 50 mountain marathons in 50 days, resulting in a movie, and a movement.
Dream Job? Start Your Own Gear Brand
Finding a niche is difficult, competition is fierce, and you live and die by the decisions you make. For the right personality, like Fitsok’s Jeff Bull, it might be the best job in the world.
Film Chronicles Europe’s Toughest Mountain Ultra
The Ultra-Trail du Mont Blanc (UTMB), which starts and ends in Chamonix, is something of a white whale for American male ultrarunners.
Pro Runner Rickey Gates Explores Apostle Island Ice Caves
A pro trail runner and a pro photographer go out on the ice to play. And just because they’re pro doesn’t mean they’re serious
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