Lastest Articles

Running with Leukemia

Ultrarunner Simon Castro-Wooldridge writes about running and living with leukemia.

Black Diamond Apparel Review

A review of Black Diamond apparel suitable for running, including the Rhythm Tee, Alpine Start Hoody, First Light Stretch Hoody, and Liquid Point Shell.

Grown-Up Summer Camp with Aspire Adventure Running

Travis Liles writes about participating in an Aspire Adventure Running camp.

This Week In Running: October 28, 2019

This Week In Running’s trail and ultra recap for October 28, 2019.

Becoming a Midpacker

AJW writes about slowing down as he continues his relationship with running through the aging process.

Checking in on the Gift of 2%

Meghan Hicks checks in on our group challenge of gifting 2% of our running time to our sport this year.

A Tale of Two Towers

The poetry of runner and artist Deborah Hamon.

Salomon Speedcross 5 Review

An in-depth review of the Salomon Speedcross 5 trail running shoe.

This Week In Running: October 21, 2019

This Week In Running’s trail and ultra recap for October 21, 2019.

Hard is Hard

Zach Miller writes about how some things in running and life are just plain hard.

Tired of Being Tired: An Interview with Caroline Chaverot

An interview with Caroline Chaverot after her retirement from competitive trail ultrarunning.

Ode to Some of My Habits

Sabrina Little writes about how habits can both positively and negatively impact your character and life.

Haglund’s Deformity and Other Causes of Heel Pain in Runners

A close look at Haglund’s deformity and other causes of heel pain in runners.

This Week In Running: October 14, 2019

This Week In Running’s trail and ultra recap for October 14, 2019.

The Grindstone 100 and the Changing Ultrarunning Landscape

AJW writes about this year’s high finishers’ rate at the Grindstone 100 Mile.

The Right Ingredients

Joe Grant writes about the recipe needed to successfully put on a weekend of local trail races.

The Importance of Making Me Time

Why “me time” is important and some ways to make more of it.

You Don’t Forget: Doping and the Brain

A theory about doping’s potential long-term effects on the brain.

This Week In Running: October 7, 2019

This Week In Running’s trail and ultra recap for October 7, 2019.

Salomon X Alpine Pro Giveaway (US Only)

Win one of five pairs of Salomon X Alpine Pro shoes.

Some Thoughts on Pacers

AJW writes about why he likes pacers in trail ultrarunning.

WeRunFar Profile: Monica Morant

An in-depth profile of ultrarunner and community member Monica Morant.

Age-Old Runners: An Introduction

An introduction to iRunFar’s new article series, ‘Age-Old Runners’ by Liza Howard.

Ultimate Direction Ultralight Tee and Hydro Short Review

A review of the Ultimate Direction Ultralight Tee and Hydro Short.

This Week In Running: September 30, 2019

This Week In Running’s trail and ultra recap for September 30, 2019.

What is Your Benchmark?

AJW writes about his benchmark data point that shows he’s on track with his training.

Nike Air Zoom Terra Kiger 5 Review

An in-depth review of the Nike Air Zoom Terra Kiger 5 trail running shoe.

La Sal Skyline: Our Home Adventure

Melissa Beaury’s and Meghan Hicks’s story about the La Sal Skyline in Utah.

How to Run the Marathon des Sables, Part 3: Training and Logistics

How to train and prepare your logistics for the Marathon des Sables.

This Week In Running: September 23, 2019

This Week In Running’s trail and ultra recap for September 23, 2019.

There is Time

Zach Miller writes about the fresh perspectives he gained while traveling in Europe.

For the Love of It: An Interview with Emelie Forsberg

An in-depth profile of trail runner Emelie Forsberg.

Columbia Montrail Alpine FTG Review

An in-depth review of the Columbia Montrail Alpine FTG.

Pumping Iron: Strength Training for Endurance Runners

The science behind strength training for endurance runners.

This Week In Running: September 16, 2019

This Week In Running’s trail and ultra recap for September 16, 2019.

Hoka One One Winner’s Choice Giveaway

Win one of five pairs of Hoka One One running shoes.

The Simple and Wise Words of Kirk Apt

An essay about how long and tough ultramarathons require both patience and persistence in order to succeed.

The Conquest of Paradise

Joe Grant writes about having reverence for nature.

Short and Sweet

A look at how enjoyable shorter races can be.

The Whole Person: Multi-Dimensional Injury Treatment

Why whole-person physical therapy is important for treating running injuries and staying healthy.

This Week In Running: September 9, 2019

This Week In Running’s trail and ultra recap for September 9, 2019.

The Wasatch Front 100 Mile 40th Anniversary Celebration

A look at the 40th anniversary celebration of the Wasatch Front 100 Mile.

WeRunFar Profile: Jared Campbell

An in-depth profile of adventurer and environmentalist Jared Campbell.

2019 UTMB Photo Gallery

A photo gallery from the 2019 UTMB by photographer Kirsten Kortebein.

This Week In Running: September 3, 2019

This Week In Running’s trail and ultra recap for September 3, 2019.

Katie Schide Post-2019 UTMB Interview

A video interview (with transcript) with Katie Schide after her sixth-place finish at the 2019 UTMB.

Tom Owens Post-2019 UTMB Interview

A video interview (with transcript) with Tom Owens after his fourth-place finish at the 2019 UTMB.

Kristin Berglund Post-2019 UTMB Interview

A video interview (with transcript) with Kristin Berglund after her second-place finish at the 2019 UTMB.

Scotty Hawker Post-2019 UTMB Interview

A video interview (with transcript) with Scotty Hawker after his third-place finish at the 2019 UTMB.

Maite Maiora Post-2019 UTMB Interview

A video interview (with transcript) with Maite Maiora after her third-place finish at the 2019 UTMB.

Xavier Thévenard Post-2019 UTMB Interview

A video interview (with transcript) with Xavier Thévenard after his second-place finish at the 2019 UTMB.

Courtney Dauwalter, 2019 UTMB Champion, Interview

A video interview (with transcript) with Courtney Dauwalter after her win at the 2019 UTMB.

Pau Capell, 2019 UTMB Champion, Interview

A video interview (with transcript) with Paul Capell after his win at the 2019 UTMB.

2019 UTMB Results

Results from the 2019 UTMB.

Some Thoughts on Obsession

AJW writes about runners who become ‘obsessed’ with and excel at certain races.

Francesca Canepa Pre-2019 UTMB Interview

A video interview (with transcript) with Francesca Canepa before the 2019 UTMB.

Zach Miller Pre-2019 UTMB Interview

A video interview (with transcript) with Zach Miller before the 2019 UTMB.

Courtney Dauwalter Pre-2019 UTMB Interview

A video interview (with transcript) with Courtney Dauwalter before the 2019 UTMB.

Xavier Thévenard Pre-2019 UTMB Interview

A video interview (with transcript) with Xavier Thévenard before the 2019 UTMB.

Uxue Fraile Pre-2019 UTMB Interview

A video interview (with transcript) with Uxue Fraile before the 2019 UTMB.

Rory Bosio Pre-2019 UTMB Interview

A video interview (with transcript) with Rory Bosio before the 2019 UTMB.

Beth Pascall Pre-2019 UTMB Interview

A video interview (with transcript) with Beth Pascall before the 2019 UTMB.

Pau Capell Pre-2019 UTMB Interview

A video interview (with transcript) with Pau Capell before the 2019 UTMB.