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Andrea Sansone Post-Nolan’s 14 Women’s Overall Fastest Known Time Interview

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

Highs and Lows: A July To Remember

Bryon Powell takes a look back at his July filled with high highs and low lows.

Performance Mobility, Part 6: Hip Abduction and Rotation

Part 6 of the runner performance-mobility series.

Catching Up With Chris Mocko

Catching up with ultrarunner Chris Mocko.

Finding My Way Between Hunting and Being Hunted

An essay about how hunting and being hunted by our fellow competitors in a race helps us better ourselves.

How I Trained for “Pitchell” in Two Weeks

An essay about fitting in a big adventure amidst a busy life.

Age-Old Runners: Ed Ettinghausen

An interview with 58-year-old Ed Ettinghausen.

Discipline and the GPS

Alex Nichols writes about maintaining balance between posting on social media and running healthfully and sustainably.

Catching Up With Brett Rivers

Catching up with ultrarunner and San Francisco Running Company founder Brett Rivers.

Beth Pascall Post-Bob Graham Round Fastest Known Time Interview

An interview with Beth Pascall after she set the women’s fastest known time on the Bob Graham Round in England.

Returning to the 100-Mile Week Challenge

AJW writes about what goes into the 100-mile training week.

Brooks Caldera 4 Review

A review of the Brooks Caldera 4 trail running shoes.

Running Through Woods on a Springtime Morning

A poem about running through the forest by Yash Holbrook.

Finding Footing, Part 2

Part two of a two-part series on techniques for running on different kinds of trail surfaces.

Catching Up With Ida Nilsson

Catching up with mountain runner and business owner Ida Nilsson.

Classic U.S. Ultras: The Vermont 100 Mile

A look at the history of the Vermont 100 Mile.

Recommitting to a Solo Summer

Meghan Hicks recommits to a solo summer in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic.

Salomon Sense Ride 3 Review

A review of the Salomon Sense Ride 3 trail running shoes.

Tick Check: A Guide for Running in Tick Country

A guide for running safely in tick country.

Catching Up With Amelia Boone

Catching up with obstacle-course racer turned trail runner Amelia Boone.

HOKA ONE ONE Stinson ATR 6 Giveaway

Win one of five pairs of HOKA ONE ONE Stinson ATR 6 shoes.

Sunsets and Landfills

Zach Miller contemplates the coexistence of good and bad in most parts of life.

BioLite HeadLamp 330 Review

A review of the BioLite HeadLamp 330, a headlamp for running and other outdoor activities.

Persevering in Place

After college, I lived in Washington, D.C. for a year, working as an intern and taking a few courses. One […]

Sarah Hansel Post-Nolan’s 14 Unsupported and Overall Fastest Known Time Interview

A written interview with Sarah Hansel after she set the unsupported and overall women’s fastest known times for the Nolan’s 14 line.

When in Doubt, Knee-Out, Part 2: Knee-Alignment Examples and Exercises

Part two in a deep dive into knee alignment for runners.

Catching Up With Traci Falbo

Catching up with ultrarunner Traci Falbo.

Being Outside

AJW writes about the simple pleasure of spending time outside with loved ones.

Joey Campanelli Post-Nolan’s 14 Unsupported and Overall Fastest Known Time Interview

A written interview with Joey Campanelli after he set the unsupported and overall fastest known time for the Nolan’s 14 line.

The Hitchhiker’s Guide to Adventure

An essay about the adventure you can find while hitchhiking.

Little Bits of Inspiration

Bryon Powell writes of finding little bits of inspiration to jumpstart his running.

Returning to the Trails After Time Away

Coach Alex Nichols writes about returning to the trails after an extended time away.

Catching Up With Hal Koerner

Catching up with ultrarunner, run-store owner, and race director Hal Koerner.

Redemption Run

AJW writes about finding redemption in the Hardrock 100 course.

Meet Coree Woltering: On His Ice Age Trail FKT and Diversity

An in-depth profile of trail ultrarunner Coree Woltering.

Brooks Divide Review

A review of the Brooks Divide trail running shoe.

Age-Old Runners: Magda Boulet

An interview with 46-year-old Magda Boulet about her trail running and ultrarunning career.

My Brother, Chris Martinez

Ian Torrence pens a memorial to friend and race director Chris Martinez.

Catching Up With Mike Wolfe

Catching up with mountain runner, gym owner, and dad Mike Wolfe.

To The Moon Virtual Relay Liftoff!

Sign up for the To The Moon Virtual Relay and join the mission!

Make Every Hour the Golden Hour

AJW writes about the life lessons to be found in the Western States 100 Golden Hour.

More Than a Job: A Profile of Western States 100 Race Director Craig Thornley

An in-depth profile of Western States 100 race director Craig Thornley.

The Trail Running Film Festival’s Community Voices, Part 2

Part 2 of the Trail Running Film Festival’s Community Voices video project.

Finding Footing, Part 1

Part one of a two-part series on techniques for running on different kinds of trail surfaces.

Catching Up With Anna Frost

Catching up with mountain runner and mom Anna Frost.

Ready or Not

Zach Miller’s essay about the importance of trying something new even if you sometimes don’t feel quite ready for it.

Salomon Sense 4 Pro Review

A review of the Salomon Sense 4 Pro trail running shoe.

Justice is a Habit

Sabrina Little encourages runners to cultivate justice as a habit.

A New Start Line: A Conversation About Race in Trail Running and Ultrarunning

iRunFar examines its role in America’s conversation about race.

Trust Your Gut: The Runner’s Microbiome

The science of the microbiome in endurance athletes.

Catching Up With Rickey Gates

Catching up with trail runner and author Rickey Gates.

Hoka One One Torrent 2 Giveaway

Win one of five pairs of Hoka One One Torrent 2 shoes.

A Tale of Three Canceled Races

AJW writes about the differences in how UTMB, the Western States 100, and the Hardrock 100 canceled their races.

Your Next Adventure

An essay about finding your own adventure in a summer with fewer races and runner social gatherings.

An Ode to the Home Trail

Watching the rhythm of nature and life on one’s home trail.

When in Doubt, Knee-Out: Knee Alignment for Runners

A deep dive into knee alignment for runners.

Catching Up With Tracy Garneau

Catching up with Canadian ultrarunner and coach Tracy Garneau.

Classic U.S. Ultras: Highlands Sky 40 Mile

A look into the Highlands Sky 40 Mile in West Virginia.

WeRunFar Profile: Cristina Murgia

An in-depth profile of Lavaredo Ultra Trail co-race director Cristina Murgia.

Come Join the To The Moon Virtual Relay!

Come Join the To The Moon Virtual Relay!

Age-Old Runners: Darcy Piceu

An interview with 45-year-old Darcy Piceu.

Finding Your Running Confidence

Alex Nichols writes about finding the right kind of confidence in running.

Catching Up With Dakota Jones

Catching up with mountain runner Dakota Jones.