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While some runners might reject virtual competitions like used masks—mere vestiges of the early pandemic years—athletes competing in this year’s White Mountain Throwdown hold a different perspective. https://bit.ly/42rQR9F

With the right training program and commitment to consistency, becoming a member of the sub-four-hour marathon club is completely attainable. https://bit.ly/46VScac

With the new GT-2000 14, designers took an approach they refer to as “kakumei,” meaning “revolution"—The shoe underwent a major overhaul, with new tooling, new midsole foam, new outsole grooves and patterning, and a new upper. https://bit.ly/3WlfHo1

Fartlek workouts are a great way to get your wheels spinning for a prolonged period of time, without the stress of having to hit splits in a track workout.

So, what exactly is a fartlek, and how can you incorporate it into your training? https://bit.ly/46PmhYF

There are a few different factors to consider when selecting the perfect race for a PR attempt. Namely, you want the course to be flat, cool, and fast. https://bit.ly/4mTxNZb

A smart race plan, along with a whole lot of talent, grit, and a "why not?" attitude, landed the 26-year-old who runs for Uruguay on the podium in just her second ever marathon. https://bit.ly/4306Rj8

This year's edition is the hardest it has been to get into the Boston Marathon in 40 years. We took a look at the data to understand better how we arrived at this point, how the cutoff time is affecting the field, and what the future holds. https://bit.ly/4pRH4n9

Until recently, no one had tried to write the story of Gary "Lazarus Lake" Cantrell, the mastermind of ultrarunning classics like the Barkley Marathons. And maybe for good reason. https://bit.ly/4nwtOD9

We collected about a million half marathon results from races across the United States in 2024. Here are the results analyzed, broken down by age group and gender. https://bit.ly/48tvkRC

In what is otherwise a relatively inexpensive sport, a menagerie of small companies has popped up to offer premium options for all manner of runners. But are the high price tags worth it? https://bit.ly/4nE0eeu

While virtually every running shoe is now lighter than racing shoes of a decade ago, we've rounded up five pairs that weigh about the same (or less) than an iPhone 16 Pro and still deliver a comfortable, cushioned, high-performance ride. https://bit.ly/4mmPVKy

If you want to maintain your speed as you age, you can’t just run—you need to strength train as well. https://bit.ly/47MV6jA

In theory, all you really need to run is a pair of shoes and the open road. (OK, let’s be honest—sports bras count as essentials, too.)

But just because the list of must-haves is short doesn’t mean you don't want quality gear. https://bit.ly/4mTLurQ

Over several months, our four wear testers put 19 models to the test, and the Outside Lab performed independent analysis of foams and rocker shapes.

The result: A comprehensive analysis of the pros and cons of each super shoe. https://bit.ly/3K0VDnX

The alarm goes off, you slip out of bed, lace your shoes, and head out for your morning run.

But did you eat? Should you eat before a morning run? https://bit.ly/4m8Iuqq

When Dawn Parks began her transition at 50 years old, she felt truly alive for the first time in her life.

But the lifelong runner also experienced a variety of new challenges, including: "How was I supposed to sign up for a race?"
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The short answer? It depends. https://bit.ly/42noGIH

As if the 108-mile UTMB course weren’t tough enough, this year's brutal conditions pushed each runner’s footwear to the limit.

Here are the shoes the top 10 men and women trusted to carry them through: https://bit.ly/42bgJX0

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Sometimes you just need that extra little bit of motivation... 🦖

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With everything from electrolyte-infused coffee to non-alcoholic beer catering to hard-charging athletes, one needs to ponder whether we have hit peak electrolytes.

But do you even need to supplement with electrolytes to run your best? https://bit.ly/3K7uShG

“Genuinely, my goals today weren’t to win, my goals today were to look at myself in the mirror and be proud of what I achieved,” Tom Evans said after winning UTMB.

Learn how Evans and women's winner Ruth Croft pulled off their victories: https://bit.ly/4p5iNJU

What to Eat Before a Long Run According to a Sports Certified Dietitian Avoid fatigue, boost recovery, and run your best with an optimized long run nutrition strategy.

Long runs are as much about preparation as they are about building mileage and fitness—and fueling your body properly is one key to finishing strong and enjoying the journey.
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We witnessed everything from huge releases by big brands, to a pile of new shoes from brands you’ve never heard of—plus weird things like chef-cooked portable nutrition, inflatable running jackets, and “indoor running shoes.” https://bit.ly/4m1Zsa2

In a perfect world, half marathon training takes time—at least 12 weeks—to build up mileage and dial in a race strategy ahead of the big day. But it doesn’t always work that way. https://bit.ly/4mMC7KF

How did Ruth Croft take the win at UTMB? Her state-of-the-art gear certainly helped. https://bit.ly/45CVqzN

What Gear is Emily Hawgood Using at the 2025 UTMB Mont-Blanc? With three top-10 finishes at UTMB Mont-Blanc under her belt, the 31-year-old is poised for a big race in 2025. Emily Hawgood unpacks her race gear to reveal what she’ll bring.

Emily Hawgood’s rise to the top of the ultra trail ranks has been a function of consistency. After finishing in the top 10 over the last four years at UTMB Mont-Blanc, the 31-year-old is poised to take the next step. https://bit.ly/3JW6XSf

Joyline Chepngeno has made history by becoming the first Kenyan to win a UTMB World Series Final event with her win at OCC. She won on a re-routed course in 5:34:03 ahead of 2024 champ Miao Yao.

Read our live race updates: https://bit.ly/4lZVnTO

American Jim Walmsley took the win at the 61K (38-mile) OCC.

Walmsley repassed Cristian Minoggio (Italy) with less than a mile to go to break the tape in a time of 5:00:35. Read our live race updates: https://bit.ly/4mEBLWk

The 61K (38-mile) OCC is officially underway, headlined by Jim Walmsley.

The race's start was delayed two hours and the course was rerouted due to the weather. Follow along with our live updates: https://bit.ly/45G3VKE