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

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

Gemma Arenas Pre-2021 Les Templiers Interview

A video interview (with transcript) with Gemma Arenas before the 2021 Grand Trail des Templiers.

Henri Ansio Pre-2021 Les Templiers Interview

A video interview (with transcript) with Henri Ansio before the 2021 Grand Trail des Templiers.

iRunFar Custom BUFF® Neckwear Giveaway (Open Globally!)

Win one of five iRunFar BUFF® Original EcoStretch Neckwear pieces. (Contest open everywhere!)

Nico Martin Pre-2021 Les Templiers Interview

A video interview (with transcript) with Nico Martin before the 2021 Grand Trail des Templiers.

Seb Spehler Pre-2021 Les Templiers Interview

A video interview (with transcript) with Seb Spehler before the 2021 Grand Trail des Templiers.

Ruth Croft Pre-2021 Les Templiers Interview

A video interview (with transcript) with Ruth Croft before the 2021 Grand Trail des Templiers.

Meg Mackenzie Pre-2021 Les Templiers Interview

A video interview (with transcript) with Meg Mackenzie before the 2021 Grand Trail des Templiers.

Showing Up

Zach Miller talks about showing up, even on the hard days.

Speedland SL:PDX Review

An in-depth review Speedland SL:PDX trail running shoe.

From the Mountains to the Sea: A Profile of Ashley Brasovan

We talk to competitive trail runner Ashley Brasovan about the sport, her environmental work, and her love for scuba diving.

2021 Grand Trail des Templiers Live Coverage

iRunFar’s live coverage of the 2021 Les Templiers, an 80km/50-mile race in Millau, France.

Limitless

Sabrina Little writes about the (im)possibility being limitless as humans.

Harvey Lewis is the Last Person Standing at the 2021 Big Dog’s Backyard Ultra

Results from the 2021 Big Dog’s Backyard Ultra, where Harvey Lewis won and set a new record.

Is Ultrarunning Too Much of a Good Thing?

A scientific review of the effects of ultrarunning on various body systems and for different runners.

2021 Grand Trail des Templiers Preview

An in-depth preview of the 2021 Les Templiers, a 81km/50-mile race which takes place around Millau, France.

This Week In Running: October 18, 2021

This Week In Running’s trail and ultra recap for October 18, 2021.

Salomon Ultra Glide Contest

Win one of five pairs of Salomon Ultra Glide trail running shoes. (Contest open globally!)

Celebrating a Decade of AJW’s Taproom

AJW’s Taproom celebrates 10 years of publication.

NordicTrack Commercial X32i Incline Treadmill Review

A review of the NordicTrack Commercial X32i Incline Treadmill.

Work in Progress

Hannah Green talks about her running and life as a work in progress.

Watch: Film Portrays Running as Art in Janji’s “Cosmic Runner”

The film “Cosmic Runner” shows how runner Christian Gering pairs art with running.

What Really Happened at the 2021 DC Peaks 50 Mile Race?

The 2021 DC Peaks 50 Mile captured national news attention after bad weather forced its cancelation.

The Split Squat Exercise for Run-Specific Strength

Physiotherapist Joe Uhan tells us how to use the split squat to build running strength.

Road Runner and Ultrarunner CJ Albertson Led the 2021 Boston Marathon for 20 Miles

CJ Albertson finishes 10th overall at the 2021 Boston Marathon after leading the first 20 miles.

This Week In Running: October 11, 2021

This Week In Running’s trail and ultra recap for October 11, 2021.

2021 Marathon des Sables Results: El Morabity Brothers, Aziza Raji Dazzle

Results from the 2021 Marathon des Sables, won by Moroccans Rachid El Morabity and Aziza Raji.

A 12-Hour Day at the Red Barn Challenge

AJW recounts his race at the 12-hour Red Barn Challenge in Pennsylvania.

New Balance Fresh Foam Hierro v6 Review

A review of the New Balance Fresh Foam Hierro v6.

Get to Know Trail Running Diversity Leaders Laura Cortez and the Trailtinos

An in-depth profile of Laura Cortez, founder of Trailtinos and a diversity leader in the trail running community.

Masterful Execution: Stories of Age-Group Running at the 2021 Wasatch Front 100 Mile

Liza Howard details a number of masters runners’ experiences at the 2021 Wasatch Front 100 Mile.

In Three Weeks, Will Renwick Runs Across Entirety of Wales, Climbs all 189 Peaks

From September 10 to October 4, Welsh ultrarunner Will Renwick ran 500 miles and summited 189 peaks across his home country.

Reconsidering Your Time Off after a Season of Running

Coach Alex Nichols talks about the importance of time off after a big race or training block, and how it should vary based upon a runner’s specific needs.

New IAU World Record Guidelines for 2022

The IAU’s new World Records Guidelines, effective Jan. 1, 2022, cover ratification rules, proving standards, and more.

Runner Dies During the 2021 Marathon des Sables; Third Death in Race’s 35-Year History

A French ultrarunner has passed away during the 2021 Marathon des Sables.

This Week In Running: October 4, 2021

This Week In Running’s trail and ultra recap for October 4, 2021.

Anton Krupicka Returns to the Leadville 100 Mile

In 2021, Anton Krupicka returned to the Leadville 100 Mile, his first ultramarathon since 2015.

Trail Love Letter: The Wild Oak Trail

AJW’s trail love letter to the Wild Oak Trail, one of the most challenging trails on the U.S. East Coast.

From Mountaineering to Mountain Trails: Kailas’s Journey to Trail Running

A look at Kailas’s journey from trekking and mountaineering to trail running.

Hitting the High Points: A Profile of Runner and New Father Stian Angermund

In our newly revived column on some of the top athletes in trail running, we talk to Stian Angermund about Norway, family, jazz, and cheese.

Des Linden’s Journey to the 50k World Record

Watch this video about Des Linden setting the women’s 50k world record earlier this year.

Running in Eden

An ode to a beautiful run – and a fall – as fall approaches.

Training for the Trail, Part 2: Long Runs

An introduction to long runs and how to execute them in your trail running training.

This Week In Running: September 27, 2021

This Week In Running’s trail and ultra recap for September 27, 2021.

Running Through Grief

AJW tells us about running through grief after the recent death of his father.

Salomon S/Lab Ultra 3 Review

A video review of the Salomon S/Lab Ultra 3.

Brighten Your Runs with a Petzl Headlamp

Petzl headlamps are among the best for your nighttime trail running and ultrarunning adventures.

Trailhead Vehicles: Pri the Prius

Bryon Powell tells us about his beloved Prius, which has taken him on huge road trips, facilitated a lower-impact lifestyle, and helped build iRunFar into what it is today.

What the Heck is Heart Rate Variability?

iRunFar digs into the details and implications of heart rate variability for endurance runners.

This Week In Running: September 20, 2021

This Week In Running’s trail and ultra recap for September 20, 2021.

2021 Run Rabbit Run 100 Results: Dave Stevens, Addie Bracy Win

Results from the 2021 Run Rabbit Run Mile, won by Dave Stevens and Addie Bracy.

Near and Far

Zach Miller talks about running with a headlamp, and the different points of view we may gain or lose.

The Trappings of Magnanimity

Sabrina Little explores the virtue of magnanimity and how to avoid its vices in running.

The 10 Commandments of Healthy Running

These commandments of healthy running will lead you to a lifetime of fast and far running.

See You in Palisades Tahoe: The Western States 100 Start Line Location is Renamed

Officials of the California ski resort formerly known as Squaw Valley adopted a new name, Palisades Tahoe.

This Week In Running: September 13, 2021

This Week In Running’s trail and ultra recap for September 13, 2021.

Trail Love Letter: The McKenzie River Trail

AJW writes a trail love letter to the McKenzie River Trail in Oregon.

Tifosi Salvo Sunglasses Review

A review of the Tifosi Salvo running sunglasses.

Changing Race Swag with Trees Not Tees

Jim Mann and Jade Rein founded Trees Not Tees to reduce waste from races and plant trees along the way.

Rainy With a Chance of Sun

An essay about when life and running feel a bit rainy.

An Afternoon Ember

Bryon Powell writes about seeing (and fanning) the embers of his running passion while the sport is a lesser priority.

This Week In Running: September 7, 2021

This Week In Running’s trail and ultra recap for September 7, 2021.