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Novelty Versus Permanence

AJW writes about runners who prefer new experiences versus those seeking routine.

Hoka One One Speedgoat 4 Review

A review of the Hoka One One Speedgoat 4 trail running shoe.

Choose Love

Thoughts on choosing to do hard things in running and life.

Turn for the Best: Tackling Turns in Trail Running

The basics of how to turn efficiently and safely while trail running.

Catching Up With Jonathan Wyatt

Catching up with Olympian, mountain runner, and World Mountain Running Association Council president Jonathan Wyatt.

Patience in Trying Times

AJW writes about using the patience we’ve honed in endurance running to navigate the COVID-19 pandemic.

Ultimate Direction Women’s Mountain Vesta 5.0 Review

A review of the Ultimate Direction Mountain Vesta 5.0, a running hydration pack for women.

Ultrarunning for My Soul

An essay about how ultrarunning feeds the soul.

Running on Science: Fact or Fiction, Part 3

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

Catching Up With Eric Schranz

Catching up with Ultrarunnerpodcast owner, ultrarunner, and dad Eric Schranz.

Look Up

Zach Miller writes about the perspective gained on life and running from a long kayaking trip.

Sabrina Stanley Post-Nolan’s 14 Women’s Overall Fastest Known Time #2 Interview

An interview with Sabrina Stanley after she set the Nolan’s 14 fastest known time for the second time.

Salomon Cross /Pro Review

A review of the Salomon Cross /Pro trail running shoes.

iFishFar: Fly Fishing for Trail Runners

How to combine fly fishing with trail running.

When to Consider Surgery for a Chronic Running Injury

Physiotherapist Joe Uhan writes about when to consider surgery for a chronic running injury.

Catching Up With Amanda Basham

Catching up with ultrarunner, coach, and expectant mother Amanda Basham.

Nine Years On: The Best of AJW’s Taproom

AJW looks back at writing “AJW’s Taproom” for the last nine years.

Racing Tomorrow

Hannah Green writes about living and working in the present moment.

Age-Old Runners: Gil Jordan

An interview with 74-year-old runner Gil Jordan.

Embracing Intensity

Coach Alex Nichols on how to embrace the challenging workouts in our training.

Catching Up With Wesley Hunt

Catching up with ultraunner, teacher, and father Wesley Hunt.

The Rhythm of the Seasons

AJW writes about how running mirrors the seasons.

WeRunFar Profile: Errol “Rocket” Jones

An in-depth profile of ultrarunner Errol “Rocket” Jones.

CamelBak Ultra Pro Vest Review

A review of the CamelBak Ultra Pro Vest, a running hydration vest..

Mike McKnight Post-Colorado Trail Men’s Supported Fastest Known Time Interview

An interview with Mike McKnight after he set a men’s supported fastest known time on the Colorado Trail.

Catching Up With Stephanie Case

Catching up with Canadian ultrarunner and lawyer Stephanie Case.

“I Don’t Even Like to Drive That Far”

AJW prepares for his first 100-mile run in three years.

Toward Greater Civility

Creating a path toward greater civility during community discussions on iRunFar.

Behind the Scenes on the Happy Trails Digital Coloring Book

Behind the scenes on iRunFar’s “Happy Trails” digital coloring book.

An Introduction to Downhill Trail Running Techniques

An introduction to techniques for trail running downhill.

Catching Up With Amy and Brian Rusiecki

Catching up with ultrarunners Amy and Brian Rusiecki.

Order Up

Zach Miller’s essay about embracing the process of a big training plan or life project.

Inov-8 Terraultra G 270 Review

A review of the Inov-8 TERRAULTRA G 270 trail running shoes.

This One’s for the Ladies: Meghan Hicks’s 2020 Nolan’s 14 FKT Report

Meghan Hicks’s report from setting the women’s supported Nolan’s 14 FKT in 2020.

Catching Up With Hillary Allen

Catching up with American runner and soon-to-be author Hillary Allen while she’s living in France.

Hitting Refresh

The joys of hitting refresh on one’s daily run.

WeRunFar Profile: Alison Mariella Désir

An in-depth profile of runner and wellness changemaker Alison Mariella Désir.

Meghan Hicks Post-Nolan’s 14 Women’s FKT Interview

A video interview (with transcript) with Meghan Hicks after she set the overall women’s fastest known time for the Nolan’s 14 line.

Three Types of Nerve Pain

Physiotherapist Joe Uhan describes the three kinds of nerve pain that can lead to or perpetuate running injuries.

Catching Up With Tayte Pollmann

Catching up with trail runner Tayte Pollmann.

#SeeYouAtStates

AJW writes about his personal journey to the #seeyouatstates hashtag.

Among the Wildflowers

An essay about noticing nature’s details.

Age-Old Runners: Nancy Hobbs

An interview with 60-year-old Nancy Hobbs.

The Pros and Cons of Running Once or Twice a Day

The pros and cons of running once versus twice per day.

Kaytlyn Gerbin Post-Wonderland Trail Women’s Supported Fastest Known Time Interview

An interview with Kaytlyn Gerbin after her women’s supported FKT on the Wonderland Trail.

Catching Up With Alex Varner

Catching up with trail runner, dad, and investment researcher Alex Varner.

Tyler Green Post-Wonderland Trail Men’s Supported Fastest Known Time Interview

An interview with Tyler Green after his men’s supported FKT on the Wonderland Trail.

Control What You Can Control

An essay about controlling the controllables and letting the rest go in running and life.

Patagonia High Endurance Kit Review

A review of the Patagonia High Endurance Kit, including the Patagonia Slope Runner Endurance Vest 3L, the Patagonia Strider Pro Pants, and the Patagonia Women’s Endless Run Shorts

Late Miles (Is It a Nickname? A Life Aim?)

A creative essay about later-life running.

Dylan Bowman Post-Wonderland Trail Men’s Supported Fastest Known Time Interview

An interview with Dylan Bowman after his men’s supported FKT on the Wonderland Trail.

Catching Up With Aly Allen (Née Venti)

Catching up with ultrarunner, mom, and scientist Aly Allen (née Venti).

Salomon Active Skin 8 Set Giveaway

Win one of five Salomon Active Skin 8 Set running vests.

Stay the Course

Zach Miller writes about the growth that can come from trying new and difficult things.

Mikaela Osler Post-Colorado Trail Women’s Self-Supported Fastest Known Time Interview

An interview with Mikaela Osler after her women’s self-supported FKT on the Colorado Trail.

Running on Pride: The Vice of Superbia

Sabrina Little writes about superbia, or the vice of pride, in competitive sports.

Every Breath You Take: Air Pollution and Exercise

How air pollution affects endurance running and our health.

Catching Up With Janessa Taylor

Catching up with ultrarunner Janessa Taylor.

Sabrina Stanley Post-Nolan’s 14 Women’s Overall Fastest Known Time Interview

A written interview with Sabrina Stanley after she set the overall women’s fastest known time for the Nolan’s 14 line.

Classic U.S. Ultras: Waldo 100k

A look at the history of the Waldo 100k.

WeRunFar Profile: Mosi Smith

An in-depth profile of ultrarunner, race director, and U.S. Marine Corps veteran Mosi Smith.