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2021 Western States 100 Prediction Contest

iRunFar’s 2021 Western States 100 prediction contest.

Running and Technology

Sabrina Little discusses technology’s positive and negative effects on running.

2021 Western States 100 Men’s Preview

An in-depth preview of the men’s race at the 2021 Western States 100.

Running on Science: Fact or Fiction, Part 4

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

2021 Western States 100 Women’s Preview

An in-depth preview of the women’s race at the 2021 Western States 100.

This Week In Running: June 14, 2021

This Week In Running’s trail and ultra recap for June 14, 2021.

World’s End 100k: My First DNF

AJW writes about his first DNF in a long ultrarunning career.

Hoka Torrent 2 Review

A video review of the Hoka Torrent 2.

River Run: A Reflection

An essay about the parallels between flowing water in nature and running.

Taking a Break

Bryon Powell decides it’s time to take a break from running.

Steep and High: Aerobic Training Strategies for Mountains and Altitude

Physiotherapist Joe Uhan’s strategies for aerobic training in the mountains and at altitude.

This Week In Running: June 7, 2021

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

LEKI Micro Trail Race Pole Giveaway (U.S. and Canada Only)

Win one of two pairs of LEKI Micro Trail Race poles. (U.S. and Canada only)

Trail Love Letter: The Western States Trail From Last Chance to Michigan Bluff

AJW’s love letter to the Western States Trail between Last Chance and Michigan Bluff.

Mountain Races and Ultramarathons Temporarily Suspended in China

China suspends high-risk sporting events such as mountain races and ultramarathons in the wake of the Yellow River Stone Forest 100k tragedy.

Nike Air Zoom Terra Kiger 7 Review

A review of the Nike Air Zoom Terra Kiger 7.

Catching Up With Hayden Hawks

A video interview with Hayden Hawks after his win of the 2021 Bryce Canyon Ultras 50k.

Introducing the Age-Old Runners Series Version 2.0!

Welcome to the Age-Old Runners series version 2.0!

This Week In Running: June 1, 2021

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

Getting Out of the Door When You Lack Motivation

Coach Alex Nichols shares tips for getting out the door to run when motivation is lacking.

Catching Up With Darcy Piceu

A video interview with Darcy Piceu after her win of the 2021 Jemez Mountain 50 Mile.

When Dangerous Weather Hits

AJW reflects on dangerous weather conditions he’s previously experienced while running ultramarathons.

Rab Trail Running Apparel Review

A review of four pieces of Rab trail running apparel.

Vert.Run: Making Trail Running Accessible to Everyone

The Vert.Run training platform aims to make coaching resources accessible to everyone.

This Week In Running: May 24, 2021

This Week In Running’s trail and ultra recap for May 24, 2021.

Fifty-Kilometer World Record Set at South Africa’s Nedbank Runified 50k Race

Ethiopia’s Ketema Negasa set a new men’s 50k world record of 2:42:07 at the Nedbank Runified 50k Race.

Twenty-One Runners Die During 100-Kilometer Ultramarathon in China

Twenty-one runners died during the Yellow River Stone Forest 100k in China on May 22, 2021.

We Are Runners

Zach Miller writes about defining one’s identity as a runner.

Vuori Women’s Performance Apparel Review

A review of four products in Vuori’s women’s performance apparel line.

Catching Up With Matt Daniels

A video interview with Matt Daniels after his win of the 2021 Smith Rock Ascent 50k.

The Vices of Perseverance

Sabrina Little examines the virtue of perseverance, and what happens if we practice it in excess in our running.

Does CBD Enhance Endurance Sports Performance?

The science of CBD, or cannabidiol, and endurance sports performance.

This Week In Running: May 17, 2021

This Week In Running’s trail and ultra recap for May 17, 2021.

Tifosi Tsali and Swank Sunglasses Reviews

Reviews of the Tifosi Tsali and Tifosi Swank running sunglasses.

Forty-One Years at the American River 50 Mile: The Longevity of Tim Twietmeyer

A picture of longevity, American ultrarunning icon Tim Twietmeyer has run the American River 50 Mile 41 times.

Arc’teryx Norvan SL 2 Review

A review of the Arc’Teryx Norvan SL 2 trail running shoes.

Trust Yourself

Hannah Green writes about learning to trust herself in the outdoors—and life.

Better Living Through Efficient Running

Physiotherapist Joe Uhan explains how efficient running leads to healthier running and living.

Catching Up With Maggie Guterl

A video interview with Maggie Guterl after her win of the 2021 Cocodona 250 Mile.

This Week In Running: May 10, 2021

This Week In Running’s trail and ultra recap for May 10, 2021.

La Sportiva Cyklon with BOA Fit System Giveaway

Win one of five pairs of the La Sportiva Cyklon built around the BOA Fit System. (Contest open globally.)

Trail Love Letter: The Duncan Ridge Trail

AJW’s love letter to Georgia’s rugged and difficult Duncan Ridge Trail.

New Trail Shoes for Spring-Summer 2021

A collection of 50 (mostly) trail shoes that hit shelves in the first half of 2021.

WeRunFar Profile: Paora Raharaha

An in-depth profile of Māori runner Paora Raharaha.

Age-Old Runners: Liza Howard

An interview with 49-year-old Liza Howard, creator of the “Age-Old Runners” series.

Catching Up With Aliza Lapierre

A video interview with Aliza Lapierre after her win of the 2021 UROC 100k.

Eat on the Run: Adapting Running Nutrition to Your Needs

How to adapt running nutrition principles to your individualized needs.

This Week In Running: May 3, 2021

This Week In Running’s trail and ultra recap for May 3, 2021.

100% Speedcraft Sunglasses Review

A review of the 100% Speedcraft running sunglasses.

Fatigue Resistance and Ultrarunning

AJW writes about the emergent scientific idea that endurance-athlete performance is linked with high fatigue resistance.

Brooks Catamount Review

A video review of the Brooks Catamount trail running shoes.

The Basics of Running Safely in Hot Weather

Read this introductory how-to for to running safely in hot weather.

Catching Up With Anthony Costales

A video interview with Anthony Costales after his win of the 2021 Canyons 100k.

Aleksandr Sorokin, 100-Mile and 12-Hour World Record Holder, Interview

A written interview with Aleksandr Sorokin after he set the 150-kilometer, 100-mile, and 12-hour world records at the 2021 Centurion Running Track 100 Mile.

This Week In Running: April 26, 2021

This Week In Running’s trail and ultra recap for April 26, 2021.

Aleksandr Sorokin Runs New 100-Mile and 12-Hour World Records

Aleksandr Sorokin runs a new 100-mile world record of 11:14:56 and a 12-hour world record of 105.825 miles/170.309 kilometers.

Catching Up With Nick Coury

A video interview with Nick Coury after his win of the 2021 Whiskey Basin 91k.

Running Without a Watch

An essay about the benefits of running without a watch.

Altra Lone Peak 5 Review

A review of the Altra Lone Peak 5 trail running shoes. “The Altra Lone Peak 5 is the best all-around trail shoe that Altra has ever created.”

Mere Admiration

An essay by Sabrina Little about the value of imitating the good qualities of those around us.

Hip Strength and Control for Better Running

How to develop hip strength and control for improved running and overall health.

This Week In Running: April 19, 2021

This Week In Running’s trail and ultra recap for April 19, 2021.