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A simple self-test zeroes in on the most efficient stride rate for your running style
After years in the doghouse, the country’s most talented running team seems to be looking to reinvent itself
The world-champion obstacle course racer has had a 20-year history with anorexia. But now she's in the process of recovering, and she has some important lessons to share.
Who says dystopian climate sci-fi and mountain-survival stories aren't beach reads?
I'm worse at it than your average tortoise, and yet I persist. Why? Miseries and all, there's no better foundation for my physical and mental health.
From tubing to trail running, pro athletes describe the best way to get outside in their hometowns
Walmsley just bested his own time by an impressive 20 minutes
After years of empty promises, hydration-tracking wearables are finally close to hitting the market
Loosen up, already. These nine moves offer a full-body stretch designed specifically to offset running.
How I rediscovered the joy of trails and muddy shoes following a skin-cancer scare
That speck, high on the ridgeline, is pastor Sverri Steinholm, who serves as a preacher to the people of his parish and its hospital
Falls happen. From skiing to bouldering, learn how to do it safely.
The elite competitor and full-time lawyer talks to Tim Ferriss about training and nutrition
The company is growing fast, adding roughly a million users a month, and it has lofty goals to expand far beyond its old identity as a platform for logging rides and runs. Can it succeed?
We sat through the 20-minute molding process, then took them out on dirt to see how they performed
Your head is pounding, your muscles are cramping, and your heart is racing. Then you get dizzy and the vomiting starts. Heatstroke kills thousands of people every year. This is what it feels like—and how to know when you’re in danger.
From plantar fasciitis to blisters, these are the top causes of foot pain for runners
The 44-year-old Ironman competitor wakes up early—and we mean early—and only takes one rest day a month
An inspiration for many, Grunewald showed that it was okay to struggle
Whether you're on burly mountain ridges or buffed singletrack, these kicks have you covered
The history of the oldest women’s-only race is the story of progress, but also of missed opportunities
In 'Running to the Edge,' a new book by New York Times sports editor Matthew Futterman, we learn the fascinating backstory of Bob Larsen, the man who coached Meb to glory
A new study of transcontinental racers pegs the digestive tract as the limiting factor in extreme feats of sustained endurance
This is a recap of the Nine Trails 35-miler in Santa Barbara, California, showcasing some of ultrarunning's top talent
Marc Peruzzi’s recent column about trail work clearly touched a nerve in the running community. Part of his argument is fair criticism, but he got some important things wrong.
There was something about Primland that made Emily Nunn see red—a lavish and expensive outdoor Xanadu situated near her beloved Virginia hometown. Then she went there and had... a pretty good time. Blame the trout stream and the 400-thread-count linens.
Switzerland’s supreme court has suspended the IAAF’s testosterone regulations
We're no strangers to the suffering that happens during Tennessee's annual Barkley Marathons, but this puts it in perspective
A new startup called Vast Terrain taps U.S. suppliers to make top-shelf goods
Or how running and meditating both led one woman to the same unexpected place
As you get older, setting goals—and reaching them—will look a little different
When you’re in your fourth decade, you’re still young enough to run a personal best. But it’s also the beginning of the end.
Why we name, talk to, and occasionally kiss our gear
We won’t tell you what to think; we’re just here to share the latest data.
You might not like his style, but Sir Mo gives his sport some much-needed attitude
Ötillö Swimrun is a grueling race series alternating long passages of open-water swimming with rugged runs of up to 40 miles. But unlike a triathlon, there’s no biking. That’s great news for W. Hodding Carter, a former collegiate swimmer who plans to qualify for the world championship. At age 56.
Pico started running and climbing mountains ten years ago, after losing her foot to cancer
We love Oiselle's Lux Funnel Neck Shirt for running, climbing, and heading to and from the gym
For Blair Braverman, physical activity was a given—until it wasn't
Data from the last world championships suggests you shouldn’t be concerned about your foot strike, no matter how you land
It’s tastier than gels are... and that’s the main selling point
They're exploding in numbers and having a massive impact on our favorite trails, yet the short-shorts crowd almost never pitches in when it comes to trail work
I prefer to not have to choose between looks and capability
Alysia Montaño’s story is yet another reminder of how contracted endurance athletes often have to choose between having a career and a life
Buffs and bandanas aren’t exactly essential running gear for most people, but they’re handy workhorses that mop sweat, keep hair back, and perform a dozen other functions in a pinch
Audio gear you’ll find any excuse to use
When it comes to wearables, go easy on the bells and whistles
Running shoes, technical apparel, sports equipment, oh my! These are all among the products whose price tags could be impacted negatively by the trade war with China.
Soft, breathable, and light—ideal for running and backpacking in cool temperatures
New evidence suggests that strengthening your respiratory muscles can translate to improved performance in thinner air
Roger Robinson’s 'When Running Made History' sets a new standard for books about the sport
A blind runner finished a half marathon for the first time using only guidance from a dog thanks in large part to the Ruffwear Unifly—the biggest development in guide-dog harnesses since they were invented nine decades ago
With a goal of forming connections through audio-based workouts on your phone, Aaptiv might be the end of personal trainers
Running coach David Roche shares his training tips
After vanquishing all his human competition, the world’s best marathoner will again take on the clock
Exercise turbulence-free with these comfortable support systems
Perfect (but pricey) underwear for long days on the trail
The former Soviet special-forces instructor who introduced kettlebells to the U.S. talks strength training with Tim Ferriss
Because races full of beer, cookies, and froyo are the opposite of stressful
The Court of Arbitration for Sport has decided in favor of “necessary discrimination”
Our top picks for all conditions, from dry or slushy roads to technical or muddy singletrack
Yes, we used our expert knowledge to rank fictional equipment
Last year, Dykes set the marathon record for his age group—only to find that it didn't count. But he's not giving up.
I put my own feet on the line to find out
The media needs to get better at “personalizing” the best runners on the planet
New research suggests that a month of probiotic supplementation reduces GI symptoms in runners
What do you do when your kid thinks winning is everything?
Even bagels, pasta, and sweets deserve a place in your personal food pyramid
Being a beginner (or just perpetually mediocre) doesn't mean you should quit