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Yaktrax Pro Review

An in-depth review of the YakTrax Pro winter running traction device.

Runner Taylor Newman Advocates for Mental Health

Taylor Newman lost his cousin to addiction; in the process he found running and a way to help his community along the way.

Salomon Sense Pro 10 Pack Review

A review of the Salomon Sense Pro 10 hydration pack.

Salley Hernandez: Running as a Source of Connection During a Military Career

Salley Hernandez is a force of nature: a former Marine, ultrarunner, and someone who knows she can keep going no matter what.

Kilian Jornet Leaves Salomon After 15 Years to Start New Project

Mountain athlete Kilian Jornet announced today that he will part ways with Salomon at the close of 2021.

Graduated: Stepping Down to Step Up

Sandy Stott tells us about his experience at the Randolph Ramble, and how the race has helped him grow.

This Week In Running: November 29, 2021

This Week In Running’s trail and ultra recap for November 29, 2021.

Go “Off the Map” With This Short Film About the Value of Time Spent in Nature

The new short film “Off the Map” shows that you don’t have to go far or play hard to get away from it all.

2021 Ultra-Trail Cape Town Results: An American Sweep by Dauwalter and Walmsley

Results from the 2021 Ultra-Trail Cape Town in South Africa, which was won by Jim Walmsley and Courtney Dauwalter.

The Big Squeeze of Training

Be a sponge in your training. Soak up the training, squeeze, and soak it up again.

Watch Kilian Jornet Beat His Own Record for the Vertical Kilometer

A short film about Kilian Jornet running a vertical kilometer as fast as he can.

Addaday BioZoom Edge Review

A review of the Addaday BioZoom Edge percussion massage device.

Photo Gallery: The Beauty and Emotion of Trail Running

Photographer Jean-Baptiste Joly shows us the trail running and mountain running worlds through his eyes — and camera lens.

Trailhead Vehicles: Krissy Moehl and Janet the Van

Krissy Moehl finally found the van of her dreams, and is living out those dreams running and exploring the country.

Training for the Trail, Part 4: Hill Workouts

How hill workouts can help new trail runners grow strong, fast, and confident on the trails.

Ekaterina Mityaeva Post-2021 Madeira Island Ultra-Trail Interview

A video interview (with transcript) with Ekaterina Mityaeva after her third-place finish at the 2021 Madeira Island Ultra-Trail.

Jean-Philippe Tschumi Post-2021 Madeira Island Ultra-Trail Interview

A video interview (with transcript) with Jean-Philippe Tschumi after his third-place finish at the 2021 Madeira Island Ultra-Trail.

Kirsten Amundsgård Post-2021 Madeira Island Ultra-Trail Interview

A video interview (with transcript) with Kirsten Amundsgård after her second-place finish at the 2021 Madeira Island Ultra-Trail.

Dmitry Mityaev Post-2021 Madeira Island Ultra-Trail Interview

A video interview (with transcript) with Dmitry Mityaev after his second-place finish at the 2021 Madeira Island Ultra-Trail.

This Week In Running: November 22, 2021

This Week In Running’s trail and ultra recap for November 22, 2021.

Hillary Allen, 2021 Madeira Island Ultra-Trail Champion, Interview

A video interview (with transcript) with Hillary Allen after her win of the 2021 Madeira Island Ultra-Trail.

Hannes Namberger, 2021 Madeira Island Ultra-Trail Champion, Interview

A video interview (with transcript) with Hannes Namberger after his win of the 2021 Madeira Island Ultra-Trail.

2021 Madeira Island Ultra-Trail Results: Victories for Hillary Allen and Hannes Namberger

Results from the 2021 Madeira Island Ultra-Trail, a 115-kilometer race held on the Portuguese island of Madeira.

It’s Turkey Trot Season Once Again

AJW talks about his turkey trot race traditions.

2021 Madeira Island Ultra-Trail Live Coverage

iRunFar’s live coverage of the 2021 Madeira Island Ultra-Trail.

Running for Environmental Advocacy: A Profile of Fernanda Maciel

Fernanda Maciel is passionate about the environment and racing, both of which have taken her around the world, from her home country of Brazil to her adopted home in Chamonix, France.

Pau Capell Pre-2021 Madeira Island Ultra-Trail Interview

A video interview (with transcript) with Pau Capell before the 2021 Madeira Island Ultra-Trail.

Accountability

Sabrina Little writes about accountability, to ourselves and to others.

Hannes Namberger Pre-2021 Madeira Island Ultra-Trail Interview

A video interview (with transcript) with Hannes Namberger before the 2021 Madeira Island Ultra-Trail.

Marion Delespierre Pre-2021 Madeira Island Ultra-Trail Interview

A video interview (with transcript) with Marion Delespierre before the 2021 Madeira Island Ultra-Trail.

Hillary Allen Pre-2021 Madeira Island Ultra-Trail Interview

A video interview (with transcript) with Hillary Allen before the 2021 Madeira Island Ultra-Trail.

Tips for Busy Ultrarunners

Robbie Britton, ultrarunner and author of “1001 Running Tips,” shares some tips for busy ultrarunners.

Hip to It: What Runners Should Know About Hip Replacement Options

What happens if you need your hip replaced? Corrine Malcom dives in with multiple runners who have had to go down this path.

Two Beams, One Headlamp: The Nitecore UT27 Is a Versatile Tool for Your Darkest Adventures

Here’s a new, ultralight headlamp to brighten your darkest runs, the Nitecore UT27.

Sabrina Stanley Pre-2021 Madeira Island Ultra-Trail Interview

A video interview (with transcript) with Sabrina Stanley before the 2021 Madeira Island Ultra-Trail.

Ryan Sandes Pre-2021 Madeira Island Ultra-Trail Interview

A video interview (with transcript) with Ryan Sandes before the 2021 Madeira Island Ultra-Trail.

2021 Madeira Island Ultra-Trail Preview

An in-depth preview of the 2021 Madeira Island Ultra-Trail.

This Week In Running: November 15, 2021

This Week In Running’s trail and ultra recap for November 15, 2021.

The Western States 100 Becomes Part of the UTMB World Series

AJW writes about how the Western States 100 is now part of the UTMB World Series.

Unpredictable

Hannah Green writes about the unpredictability of both positive and negative entropy.

Soar Running Men’s Apparel Review

An in-depth review of three models of Soar Running men’s apparel.

Running Injury, the Grieving Process, and Finding Joy Among It All

Guest author Vincent Behe compares recovering from injury to the grieving process.

When Your Chronic Running Injury Won’t Heal: An Injured Runner’s Guide To Help and Healing

Here’s physiotherapist Joe Uhan’s roadmap to help you recover from a chronic running injury.

Meet the Kailas Fuga Pro 3, an All-Around Long-Distance Trail Shoe

Learn about the Kailas Fuga Pro 3 trail running shoe, and why it’s a favorite of champion ultrarunner Scotty Hawker.

This Week In Running: November 8, 2021

This Week In Running’s trail and ultra recap for November 8, 2021.

Trail Love Letter: The Dipsea Trail

AJW writes a Trail Love Letter to California’s steep and beautiful Dipsea Trail.

Mama Lisa Felder and the Long Road of Life and Ultrarunning

Lisa Felder is a giant in the ultrarunning world: she’s battled cancer, run 100-plus ultras, and coached for over 30 years.

Bearosol Holster Review

A review of the Bearosol Holster which holds bear spray for runners, hikers, and bikers.

Michele Genereux and Tom Bowling: Changing the Norms of Age Group Running

Michele Genereux and Tom Bowling run together and prove societal expectations about aging wrong.

Watch “Running Out” With Lucy Bartholomew

In 2021, Lucy Bartholomew ran Australia’s Larapinta Trail and made a film along the way.

Breaking the Cycle of Failure Avoidance

Coach Alex Nichols talks about the failure avoidance cycle, and how we can break out of it.

Introducing the My Road to Ultra Project by Vibram

Vibram is stepping up to support upcoming ultrarunners, by pairing them with coach and athlete Stefano Ruzza to train for their first ultra, in its My Road to Ultra project.

This Week In Running: November 1, 2021

This Week In Running’s trail and ultra recap for November 1, 2021.

2021 Javelina Jundred Mile Results: Arlen Glick, Camille Herron Win in the Desert

Results from the 2021 Javelina Jundred Mile, a 2022 Western States 100 Golden Ticket Race.

Hitting the Reset Button

AJW writes about using the month of November to hit the reset button on his running and life.

Topo Ultraventure Pro Review

An in-depth review of the Topo Ultraventure Pro trail running shoe.

Trailhead Vehicles: Justin Simoni and His Bicycles

In the latest Trailhead Vehicles series article, Justin Simoni takes biking to the trail to the extreme.

Why Tamales are Good for the Planet, the Trail, and You

In this darkly humorous article, guest writer Sam Herried talks about compostable alternatives to our copious trail-snack wrappers.

Training for the Trail, Part 3: Speedwork

A basic how-to on speedwork for runners just getting into trail running.

This Week In Running: October 25, 2021

This Week In Running’s trail and ultra recap for October 25, 2021.

Jonathan Albon, 2021 Les Templiers Champion, Interview

An interview (with transcript) with Jonathan Albon after his win of the 2021 Grand Trail des Templiers.

Ruth Croft, 2021 Les Templiers Champion, Interview

An interview (with transcript) with Ruth Croft after her win of the 2021 Les Templiers.

2021 Grand Trail des Templiers Results: Ruth Croft and Jon Albon Win

Results from the 2021 Grand Trail des Templiers, held in Millau, France.