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A Dedication to Chris Scott

AJW remembers friend, ultrarunner, and race director, Chris Scott.

Gina Lucrezi and the Trail Sisters: A Community for Women

A profile of ultrarunner and Trail Sisters founder Gina Lucrezi.

Tracksmith Cold Weather Apparel Review

An in-depth review of Tracksmith cold weather apparel, including items from the No Days Off Collection.

Hobart, Australia: Tasmania’s Blossoming Trail Running Hub

A profile of the trail running and mountain running community in Hobart, Tasmania.

What Do You Listen to While You Run?

A look into what runners listen to when they run and why.

Ultramarathon Training Volume

Learn why training volume is important for ultramarathoners and how you can find your optimal training volume.

This Week In Running: April 3, 2023

This Week In Running’s trail and ultra recap for April 3, 2023.

Best Recovery Kitties of 2023

A photo gallery of 2023s most coveted recovery aid — cats.

The Three-Day Training Camp

AJW writes about the benefits of a three-day training camp for ultramarathon build-up, especially 100-mile races.

A Rocket to the Moon: An Interview With Camille Herron Following Her 48-Hour World Record

An interview with Camille Herron following her 48-hour world record run at the 2023 Sri Chinmoy 48 Hour Festival.

Hoka Torrent 3 Review

An in-depth review of the Hoka Torrent 3.

Chasing Dreams: A Conversation With Jeff Colt

A profile of ultrarunner and business owner Jeff Colt.

This Week In Running: March 27, 2023

This Week In Running’s trail and ultra recap for March 27, 2023.

Camille Herron Sets 48-Hour Running World Record of 435.336 kilometers (270.505 miles)

Camille Herron sets the women’s 48-hour world record at the 2023 Sri Chinmoy 48 Hour Festival in Australia.

Three Possible Ultrarunning Rule Changes

AJW muses on a few possible rule changes that could alter the sport of ultrarunning.

If at First You Don’t Succeed, Run That 100 Miler Again

The data show that runners improve their 100-mile finishing times when they repeat the same race two or more times.

Patagonia Apparel Review

An in-depth review of Patagonia apparel available in 2023.

This Week In Running: March 20, 2023

This Week In Running’s trail and ultra recap for March 20, 2023.

Watch Ultrarunners Tackle the Desert RATS 150 Mile in ‘A Long Way From Nowhere’ Film

The Desert RATS 150 Mile is an unforgiving five-stage race in southeastern Utah. In the summer. Sound punishing? You’re right.

The Trap

Zach Miller writes about training, and the trap of getting too obsessed with arbitrary numbers and linear progress.

Save 20% During the REI Member Moment Sale This Spring

Use this 11-day sale to save big on running and camping gear at REI Co-op.

A Night Out

Hannah Green contrasts the relationships we have with places and people.

The Virtues I Do Not Want

Sabrina Little comments on the virtues we gain from difficulties experienced in life.

Where the Rubber Meets the Road: The Importance of a Vertical Hip Strategy for Optimal Running

How running cadence, speed, and endurance are affected by up-down hip torque in the running stride.

This Week In Running: March 13, 2023

This Week In Running’s trail and ultra recap for March 13, 2023.

Exploring the Limits of Age-Group Running at the 2023 Jackpot Ultrarunning Festival

A recap of and reflection on the age-group races at the 2023 Jackpot Ultrarunning Festival.

Saucony Ride 15 TR Review

An in-depth review of the Saucony Ride 15 TR.

Cultivating Joie de Vivre

Bryon Powell looks at where he can cultivate more joie de vivre in his life.

A Newbie’s Guide To Ultramarathons

Advice for new ultramarathon runners on easing intelligently into the sport.

A Neck-and-Neck Battle in the Men’s Octogenarian Age Bracket at the 2023 USATF 100-Mile Road National Championships

Observers thought the 80-plus age-group bracket might shape up to be the desert ultramarathon’s big nail biter, and they weren’t wrong.

This Week In Running: March 6, 2023

This Week In Running’s trail and ultra recap for March 6, 2023.

North Cascades High Route: Two Teammates Tell the Tale

Kaytlyn Gerbin and Jenny Abegg teamed up on a massive adventure in the Pacific Northwest wilderness. The result bordered on magic.

Race Director Chronicles: BJ Haeck, Angela Shartel, and the San Diego 100 Mile

A profile of San Diego 100 Mile race directors Angela Shartel and BJ Haeck.

Phil Snyder: A Life Dedicated to the Running Community

A profile of Phil Snyder, ultrarunner and manager of Colorado’s Berkeley Park Running Company.

Topo Ultraventure 3 Review

An in-depth review of the Topo Ultraventure 3.

The Inner and the Outer

George Euvrard recounts his experience at the Karkloof 100 Mile.

Black Diamond Distance Carbon Z Trekking/Running Poles Review

An in-depth review of the Black Diamond Distance Carbon Z Running Poles.

This Week In Running: February 27, 2023

This Week In Running’s trail and ultra recap for February 27, 2023.

Emane Seifu Hayile Sets 50k World Record for Women’s Only Race

Ethiopia’s Emane Seifu Hayile set a new women’s-only-race 50k world record of 3:00:30 at the 2023 Nedbank Runified 50k.

2023 Transgrancanaria Classic 128k Results: Andreu Simon Wins, Courtney Dauwalter Dominates

Results of the 2023 Transgrancanaria Classic 128k won by Courtney Dauwalter and Andreu Simon.

Staying Connected to the Community

AJW writes about the rewards of staying involved in the ultrarunning community, beyond one’s own racing days.

Proudly Wearing Green: Meet the Rocky Mountain Runners

A profile of the Rocky Mountain Runners club based in Boulder, Colorado.

Can the 50k World Records Be Broken at the 2023 Nedbank Runified 50k in South Africa?

A preview of the 2023 Nedbank Runified 50k on Sunday, February 26, and a history of the men’s and women’s 50k world records.

Indy Running Apparel Brands Oiselle and Janji Announce Merger

The joint announcement cited synergy as the partnership’s main benefit, with advancement in the “fast-growing” running industry as the goal.

Yes, Your Trail Running Shoes Cost More These Days

An analysis of how the price of trail shoes has increased over time.

Trail Ultra Project: New Report Analyzes the Habits and Characteristics of Trail Runners and Ultrarunners

The results of a survey give some fascinating insights into the defining characteristics of trail runners and ultrarunners in the U.K. and North America.

This Week In Running: February 20, 2023

This Week In Running’s trail and ultra recap for February 20, 2023.

2023 Black Canyon 100k Results: Anthony Costales and Keely Henninger Lead Record-Breaking Day

Results of the 2023 Black Canyon 100k, won by Keely Henninger and Anthony Costales in course-record times.

NNormal and Alaskan Artist Team Up To Cut Down on Footprints

Kilian Jornet’s company and documentarian Max Romey show just how many shoes end up on Alaskan beaches. Here’s how you can help clean them up.

Outward Advantage

Zach Miller writes about the benefits of looking outward and rooting for others.

A Work in Progress: A Conversation With Jazmine Lowther

A profile of Canadian ultrarunner Jazmine Lowther.

Dynafit Sky DNA Review

An in-depth review of the Dynafit Sky DNA.

The Vices of Fandom

Sabrina Little talks about sports fandom and some of its pitfalls.

Adductor Strength and Mobility for Running Performance

Advice on how to strengthen and mobilize your adductors — an important but often neglected part of a runner’s anatomy.

This Week In Running: February 13, 2023

This Week In Running’s trail and ultra recap for February 13, 2023.

Power Up Your Running Adventures with 30% Off BLUETTI Devices

Use this BLUETTI sale on portable power stations and solar generators to power your next running adventure.

Jo Zakrzewski Sets 48-Hour Running World Record of 411.458 Kilometers (255.668 Miles)

Jo Zakrzewski of the U.K. set a 48-hour world record of 411.458 kilometers (255.668 miles) at the Taipei Ultramarathon the weekend of February 10-12, 2023.

2023 Tarawera by UTMB 102k Results: Kiwis Nancy Jiang and Daniel Jones Victorious

In-depth results from the 2023 Tarawera by UTMB 102k, won by New Zealand’s Daniel Jones and Nancy Jiang.

Trail Dogs Photo Gallery

A selection of photos of trail dogs, submitted by readers.

Storms Don’t Last Forever

Hannah Green reflects on the journey of life and the storms we must weather along the way.

NordicTrack 55 Lb. Select-A-Weight Dumbbells Review

An in-depth review of the NordicTrack 55 Lb. Select-A-Weight Dumbbells.