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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
Dierdre Wolownick gives us an inside look at what it was like to raise the 'Free Solo' climber in 'The Sharp End of Life'
But the everyday athlete can learn a thing or two from him
Plus, should you take someone else's spot in a race if you know you won't finish?
'Hood to Trail,' from Yak Media and Stance, features three urban running crews as they figure out what it takes to be a trail runner
Why the top American in Monday’s Boston Marathon is all about training transparency
Rickey Gates ran 1,303 miles on the streets of San Francisco over 46 days, from November through December
After a string of injuries, Jordan Hasay and Dathan Ritzenhein are itching to race again
No external flourish can match the thrill of pushing your body to its limit
A website from the snack company highlights the sweeteners that often fly under the radar on nutrition labels, and shows the percentage of sugar in other brands' offerings
The Consumer Product Safety Commission tried to recall strollers it claimed were defective, but the newly appointed chair stopped it
These babies keep you warm, block wind, and shout from the depths of your closet, “Let’s go already!”
Laird Hamilton's rules for preventive maintenance
The athleisure company is branching out from its mainstay apparel and yoga accessories
The IAAF’s decision to phase out the 5k isn’t necessarily bad, and the pro running landscape needs to evolve all around.
What kind of sadist creates the hardest race in the world? We sent our writer to find out.
Yes, the physiology and biomechanics of treadmill running are a little different. But how you feel about it is probably more important.
'Running the Oregon Trail' is an ode to running and goes to prove that sometimes the best way to see a landscape is on foot
In the past few years, trail runners from the French gear company have started showing up on runways. Why?
Epic ultras in the Alps. An urban loop in running's most beloved city. High desert treks through the American Southwest. These are without a doubt the best runs on the planet.
When my wife tried to kill me, when I went to jail for battery, and when I finally tried to take my own life, there was one thing that kept me from unraveling
Companies like Outdoor Voices and Nike have already signed up for the new in-app shopping platform
If Belay Tilahun was good enough to win the country’s most prestigious half marathon, why wasn’t he listed in the elite field?
I'm tired of doubling up old sports bras—aren't you?
In an excerpted chapter from his new memoir, '26 Marathons,' the road racing legend recalls the first time he ran America’s most famous race
At the 2019 Los Angeles Marathon, Adam Gorlitsky will set out to become the first American paraplegic to walk 26.2 miles—and bust his British rival's 36-hour time in the process. But his real dream is to bring assisted mobility to people with disabilities.
With a new line of premium watches, Garmin aims upmarket
Apparently, misery does love company (in a way). So gather your friends and go have some miserable fun!