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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.

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.