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Ladia Albertson-Junkans Pre-2022 Canyons by UTMB 100k Interview

A video interview (with transcript) with Ladia Albertson-Junkans before the 2022 Canyons by UTMB 100k.

Anna Mae Flynn Pre-2022 Canyons by UTMB 100k Interview

A video interview (with transcript) with Anna Mae Flynn before the 2022 Canyons by UTMB 100k.

Tim Freriks Pre-2022 Canyons by UTMB 100k Interview

A video interview (with transcript) with Tim Freriks before the 2022 Canyons by UTMB 100k.

Brittany Peterson Pre-2022 Canyons by UTMB 100k Interview

A video interview (with transcript) with Brittany Peterson before the 2022 Canyons by UTMB 100k.

Saucony Peregrine 12 Review

An in-depth video review of the Saucony Peregrine 12.

Adam Peterman Pre-2022 Canyons by UTMB 100k Interview

A video interview (with transcript) with Adam Peterman before the 2022 Canyons by UTMB 100k.

2022 Canyons by UTMB 100k Live Coverage

iRunFar’s live coverage of the 2022 Canyons by UTMB 100k.

Character and Competition

Sabrina Little wonders about the character we can build through competing with others.

Is Your Overtraining Syndrome Really Relative Energy Deficiency in Sport (RED-S)?

Scientists have a new understanding of the similarities and differences between overtraining syndrome and relative energy deficiency in sport.

2022 Canyons by UTMB 100k Women’s Preview

An in-depth preview of the 2022 The Canyons Endurance Runs by UTMB 100k women’s race.

2022 Canyons by UTMB 100k Men’s Preview

An in-depth preview of the 2022 The Canyons Endurance Runs by UTMB 100k men’s race.

This Week In Running: April 18, 2022

This Week In Running’s trail and ultra recap for April 18, 2022.

The Problematic Force of Will

Zach Miller writes about using will to knuckle through issues in sports and life.

Nienke Brinkman Crushed a 2:22 in the 2022 Rotterdam Marathon … and Will Keep Crushing the Trails

The story behind Neinke Brinkman’s 2:22 at the 2022 Rotterdam Marathon and her plans to continue racing both roads and trails.

Salomon Ultra Glide Review

An in-depth review of the Salomon Ultra Glide.

Getting to Know a Trail Ultramarathon Course

How to get to know a trail ultramarathon course before racing it.

How to Quit Running, Part 3

A look at how our thoughts and beliefs about our running play a major role in our running performance.

This Week In Running: April 11, 2022

This Week In Running’s trail and ultra recap for April 11, 2022.

Road and Trail Runner Nienke Brinkman Runs 2:22, Takes Second at the 2022 Rotterdam Marathon

In just her second marathon ever, Dutch phenom Nienke Brinkman sets the Dutch women’s marathon record.

The Unique Joy of Crewing a 100-Mile Runner

AJW writes about crewing at the Greenbrier Ultras 100 Mile in Maryland.

Suunto 9 Peak Titanium Review

An in-depth review of the Suunto 9 Peak Titanium GPS running watch.

John Vonhof Loves to Fix Your Feet

Get to know John Vonhof, the author behind the iconic running health book, “Fixing Your Feet.”

Chasing Age-Group Records With Jean Pommier

An interview with 58-year-old Jean Pommier about being the best runner he can be at any age.

Moving On to New Trails

iRunFar editor Alex Potter says goodbye to iRunFar — for now! — and moves on to new adventures and challenges.

VJ Ultra Review

An in-depth review of VJ Ultra trail running shoe.

This Week In Running: April 4, 2022

This Week In Running’s trail and ultra recap for April 4, 2022.

2022 Marathon des Sables Results: Rachid El Morabity Comes Back, Anna Comet Sizzles

Results from the 2022 Marathon des Sables in Morocco, won by Rachid El Morabity and Anna Comet.

Taking Initiative With Mira Rai

Standout Nepalese mountain runner Mira Rai is using our sport to provide opportunities for girls and women in her home country.

Inov-8 X-Talon Ultra 260 V2 Review

An in-depth review of the Inov-8 X-Talon Ultra 260 V2.

From Afghanistan to Canada, Celebrating the Freedom to Run With Fatima Ibrahimi

Fatima Ibrahimi has always loved to run, but grew up in one of the most difficult places for a woman to do just that — Afghanistan.

Adaptive Athletics and Race Directing With Amy Rusiecki

Amy Rusiecki is one of a growing number of female race directors, and one who heavily advocates for adaptive athlete categories in her races.

Advocating for Equitable Policies With Patti Flynn

Patti Flynn is a plant-based ultrarunner and trans woman advocating for inclusive policies for trans and nonbinary runners.

This Week In Running: March 28, 2022

This Week In Running’s trail and ultra recap for March 28, 2022.

Setting Audacious Goals With Magda Boulet

iRunFar is celebrating Women’s History Month by highlighting women who are leading the trail running and ultrarunning community, starting with Magda Boulet.

The Art and Science of Assembling an All-Star Crew

Here’s a recipe for putting together a successful crew at your next big ultramarathon.

Kilian Jornet’s Next Quest: Co-Founding the New Brand NNormal

Kilian Jornet and Mallorcan footwear company Camper partner to launch the brand NNormal.

An Attentive Forward Gaze: A Poem for Motion

This Community Voices submission is a poem by Angie Funtanilla.

A Trail Runner’s Guide to Caring for the Trails

Use this guide to take care of the wild places through which you run.

This Week In Running: March 21, 2022

This Week In Running’s trail and ultra recap for March 21, 2022.

In a Rut

Zach Miller writes about getting out of a rut and charting a new course for himself.

The Power Couple: Sandi Nypaver and Sage Canaday

A profile of runners and coaches Sage Canaday and Sandi Nypaver.

Hoka Speedgoat 5 Review

An in-depth video review of Hoka Speedgoat 5.

The Masters Athlete: Using Science to Optimize Running Performance and Health at Every Age

We look at the science of masters running for lessons on how to run well and be healthy at every age.

Cruise Along the Trail With G-SHOCK MOVE GBD200

G-SHOCK MOVE watches are designed to keep you moving along the trail, no matter your fitness level or pursuits.

A Discourse on Freedom

Sabrina Little writes about what freedom from both external and impediments looks like in running — and life.

This Week In Running: March 14, 2022

This Week In Running’s trail and ultra recap for March 14, 2022.

Unforgettable Moments in Ultrarunning: The First Grand Slammer

The first person to finish the Grand Slam of Ultrarunning was Tom Green in 1986, an unforgettable moment in ultrarunning history.

Saucony Thinks Outside the Box With Videos Highlighting Athletes’ Wide-Reaching Lives

The message of the “Call Us Runners” film series is simple but profound: running is for everybody and every body.

Topo Terraventure 3 Review

An in-depth review of the Topo Terraventure 3.

Reasons for Being Here

Hannah Green shares her emotions ahead of an expedition in the Grand Canyon of Arizona.

Meeting Myself Where I Am/Taking It as It Comes

Bryon Powell writes of how he’s been using the ideas of “meeting myself where I am” and “taking it as it comes” in his training.

After Years of Running, I Realized I’m a Runner

Writer Sara Weiss has run for years, but only recently realized she is, indeed, a runner.

Advanced Soft Tissue Strategies for Lower Leg Pain

Legs hurting you and foam rolling not working? Here are some other tissue mobilizing strategies you can use to help.

This Week In Running: March 7, 2022

This Week In Running’s trail and ultra recap for March 7, 2022.

Stephen Mokoka Sets 50k World Record of 2:40:13

On March 6, 2022, Stephen Mokoka of South Africa set a new 50k (31.07 miles) world record of 2:40:13.

2022 Transgrancanaria Results: Debats, Villa Win on Windy and Rainy Course

Runners battled rain and wind along with a difficult course at the 2022 Transgrancanaria 126k race.

2022 Grossglockner Ultra-Trail Race Entry Giveaway

Win an entry into and two nights’ accommodations for the 2022 Grossglockner Ultra-Trail in Austria.

USWE Pace 2 Running Vest Review

An in-depth review of USWE Pace 2 Running Vest.

Running Organizations Ban Russian and Belarusian Athletes

Earlier this week, a number of governing bodies and private companies in the running world suspended Russian and Belarusian athletes in response to Russia’s actions in Ukraine.

Sam Diaz: Trail Runner and Conservation Biologist

Sam Diaz has run since she was a child — from the marathon to the mountains.

The AceBeam H30 Headlamp: Advanced Engineering for Adventurous Pursuits

AceBeam makes some of the brightest and most durable headlamps on the market, including their H30 Headlamp.

Running Up for Air: Improving Our Environment, One Race at a Time

The Running Up For Air series, now in its 11th year, focuses on raising money for clean air causes.

Pam Smith’s Perseverance and Journey Back From Injury

Pam Smith has won a lot of ultramarathons, including the 2013 Western States 100, and she’s recovering from a major injury now.