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Food for the Soul at the Western States 100

AJW explains what makes the Western States 100 such a special event.

Therm-a-Rest NeoAir XLite Sleeping Pad Review

An in-depth review of the Therm-a-Rest NeoAir XLite Sleeping Pad.

2022 Western States 100 Group Think Predictions

The wisdom of the masses predicts the 2022 Western States 100 winners and top finishers.

Ruth Croft Pre-2022 Western States 100 Interview

A video interview (with transcript) with Ruth Croft before the 2022 Western States 100.

The Growing Competitiveness of the Western States 100

This deep data dive shows how the Western States 100 is growing more competitive through time.

Camille Bruyas Pre-2022 Western States 100 Interview

A video interview (with transcript) with Camille Bruyas before the 2022 Western States 100.

Seb Spehler Pre-2022 Western States 100 Interview

A video interview (with transcript) with Seb Spehler before the 2022 Western States 100.

Marianne Hogan Pre-2022 Western States 100 Interview

A video interview (with transcript) with Marianne Hogan before the 2022 Western States 100.

Luzia Buehler Pre-2022 Western States 100 Interview

A video interview (with transcript) with Luzia Buehler before the 2022 Western States 100.

2022 Western States 100 Live Coverage

iRunFar’s live coverage of the 2022 Western States 100.

Fact or Fiction: Bubbly Water, Caffeine, and Heat Cramps

The Running on Science column uses current scientific understanding to address three running myths.

This Week In Running: June 20, 2022

This Week In Running’s trail and ultra recap for June 20, 2022.

Tectonic Shift: The HOKA Tecton X Puts Carbon on the Trail 

The HOKA Tecton X is a carbon-plated trail shoe making an impact on the trail running world.

HOKA Speedgoat 5 Trail Running Shoes and Race Entry Giveaway From Speedgoat Mountain Races!

Enter to win one of two entries into the Speedgoat Mountain Races by UTMB and one of five pairs of HOKA Speedgoat 5 trail shoes. (U.S. only)

Remembering Mark Godale

A dedication to American ultrarunner Mark Godale, who recently passed away. RIP.

Tuesday Trails: Connecting the People, Mountains, and City of Cape Town, South Africa

An article about the group Tuesday Trails and the trail running community in Cape Town, South Africa.

2022 Western States 100 Prediction Contest

iRunFar’s 2022 Western States 100 prediction contest.

Patience Wears Sneakers

An article about the value of patience in training and in life.

Fuel for Life Grant: Gnarly Nutrition Offers $15K to Groups Making a Positive Impact

Gnarly Nutrition is offering a $15k grant to help sports groups make a positive impact on their community.

2022 Western States 100 Men’s Preview

An in-depth preview of the men’s race at the 2022 Western States 100.

The Chemistry and Timing of Mobility

Here’s some good rationale for a morning mobility and hydration routine.

2022 Western States 100 Women’s Preview

An in-depth preview of the women’s race at the 2022 Western States 100.

This Week In Running: June 13, 2022

This Week In Running’s trail and ultra recap for June 13, 2022.

Walmsley for the Win? Watch Part 1 of a Video Series on His 2022 UTMB Journey

Jim Walmsley is going all in to achieve his goal of becoming the first American man to win UTMB.

Unforgettable Moments in Ultrarunning: The 2010 Western States 100

An article about the 2010 Western States 100 and the film about it called “Unbreakable.”

A Grain of Sand

A contemplative piece about finding joy and gratitude through time outdoors.

The Training Camp Approach for a Focus Ultra

Creating your own training camp can benefit your focus race.

Scarpa Spin Infinity Review

An in-depth review of the Scarpa Spin Infinity.

This Week In Running: June 6, 2022

This Week In Running’s trail and ultra recap for June 6, 2022.

Intriguing Stories and Predictions for the 2022 Western States 100

AJW’s predictions for the 2022 Western States 100 and details of some interesting runners to look out for.

Iron Will 100 Mile: The Founder Story Behind Kansas’s New Adaptive-Friendly Ultra

Following a stroke, ultrarunner Will Sprouse saw the need for adaptive-friendly ultras, so he started one.

La Sportiva Akasha II Review

An in-depth review of the La Sportiva Akasha II.

Watch: When Kerry Suter Went Down, His Community Stepped Up

It’s as hard to overstate celebrated ultrarunner and coach Kerry Suter’s resilience as it is his sense of humor. Don’t believe it? Watch this clip.

Red Paw Packs Flatiron 28L Review

An in-depth review of the Red Paw Packs Flatiron 28L fastpack.

This Week In Running: May 30, 2022

This Week In Running’s trail and ultra recap for May 30, 2022.

2022 Zegama-Aizkorri Marathon Results: Nienke Brinkman and Kilian Jornet Break Records

At the 2022 Zegama-Aizkorri Marathon, trail-road phenom Nienke Brinkman and 10-time champion Kilian Jornet set records in front of stacked fields.

The Long and Winding Road Back From Injury

AJW writes about the long recovery process from a pelvic stress fracture.

The Art of Running: Eszter Csillag

An in-depth profile of ultrarunner, art historian, and mother Eszter Csillag.

Pa’lante Packs Joey Review

An in-depth review of the Pa’lante Packs Joey fastpack.

Extreme Weather and Terrain: A Trail Runner’s How-To

A how-to on managing severe weather and terrain written for newer trail runners.

This Week In Running: May 23, 2022

This Week In Running’s trail and ultra recap for May 23, 2022.

Watch Sage Canaday “Start Over,” Return to Racing After Scary Illness

In the film “Starting Over,” you can watch Sage Canaday recover from pulmonary emboli to compete in ultras again first-hand.

Better Than Best

A thoughtful piece about training and never being fully satisfied with one’s own performance.

Altra Lone Peak 6 Review

An in-depth video review of the Altra Lone Peak 6 trail running shoes.

The Bob Graham 24-Hour Club

The first in a series of articles about off-road running communities around the world.

Transcendence in Sport

An article about spirituality and running.

Participate in This Trail Running and Ultrarunning Fueling Study

This research study seeks to better understand how issues surrounding proper fueling and running performance converge.

What We Know (And Don’t Know) About Menstruation and Endurance Running

The science of how the menstrual cycle affects training and racing in endurance running.

Patrycja Bereznowska Sets 48-Hour World Record

Poland’s Patrycja Bereznowska set a new 48-hour world record by running 403.32 kilometers (250.611 miles) over the weekend.

This Week In Running: May 16, 2022

This Week In Running’s trail and ultra recap for May 16, 2022.

Run Show Chicago Ticket Giveaway

Get free entry into The Run Show Chicago on June 4 and 5, 2022.

The Trail Ultra Project: Have Your Say in the Story of North American and British Off-Road Endurance Running

Take part in this new study on the trail running communities and cultures of North America and Britain.

John Kelly Says New Wainwrights Speed Record Was Never About the Record

American John Kelly set a speed record on England’s Wainwrights Round in May with a time of five days, 12 hours, and 14 minutes.

Turning Up the Heat: Coping With the Mental Strain of Racing in Heat

In addition to physically training for the heat, you can also prepare for the mental challenges of running in it.

The Darkroom: Hiking the Grand Canyon

Hannah Green’s thoughts on hiking the Grand Canyon.

Race Cancellations: The New Permanent Reality

What we can all do in the face of race cancellations.

This Week In Running: May 9, 2022

This Week In Running’s trail and ultra recap for May 9, 2022.

Austria Lands 2023 World Mountain and Trail Running Championships

In a “difficult” decision, a joint committee awarded the 2023 WMTRC to Tyrol, Austria. Runners will compete from Innsbruck streets to alpine ridges.

2022 Cocodona 250 Mile Results: Gold for Joe McConaughy and Annie Hughes

Results from the 2022 Cocodona 250 Mile in Arizona, which was won by Joe McConaughy and Annie Hughes.

A Vision for the Future: Western States 100’s New Mission Statement

AJW dives deep into the Western States 100’s new mission statement.

A Life on the Trail: A Profile of Magi Scallion

A profile of Canadian ultrarunner, trail running mentor, and entrepreneur Magi Scallion.

Running Home: Michael Wardian Begins His Run Across America

Michael Wardian is running across America to raise money for World Vision.