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Here are five ways to celebrate Global Running Day, even if you never knew it existed
The third generation of Arc’teryx’s trail footwear fully reflects the famed quality, fit, and versatility of the Canadian outdoor apparel brand
An inspiring lineup of one-of-a-kind runners you’ll wish you heard of sooner
This one trick can get you out the door and into a routine of consistency and health, whatever life brings
Scientists consider the latest spikes, individual variability, and the pros and cons of training in racing shoes
When fitness influencer William Goodge ran across the country to raise money for charity, his feat received unprecedented scrutiny from hardcore running fans
Here’s a look at the gear, tech, media, and general miscellany our Outside Run editors loved last month
When the schoolteacher had a stroke, her doctor told her to stop running. Instead she embraced the sport with a newfound joy.
The brand with the hard-to-pronounce name has been making industry-leading sports shoes for 125 years
The 2023 season should be full of record-breaking performances from the sport’s biggest stars. Here are the most important things to know.
We tested dozens of pieces of apparel on all types of runs—short and long, slow and fast, road and trail, from New Mexico to New Hampshire. These emerged as our favorites.
We tested 88 running shorts and tops over hundreds of miles of roads and trails in summer heat and humidity. These 11 kept us feeling the most comfortable, speedy, and stylish.
We tested nearly 20 hydration packs on everything from roads to rugged trails. These five outperformed the rest.
We put thousands of miles on 85 different shoes over six months to find the best new models for every type of terrain
We put over 10,000 miles on 85 different running shoes over six months to find the best new models for every stride and pace
How a successful running coach from California hopes to bring other female coaches along
A certified personal trainer breaks down what you actually need to know about lifting and running
After being hit by a car, the entrepreneur was afraid to cross the street. Training for a marathon helped her take back her life.
We traveled to Los Angeles to Strava’s exclusive event of panels and announcements. Here were some of the essential things we learned about where the tech giant is headed.
We bet you've never heard of some of these dog breeds
These bargain picks cost half as much as top-end supershoes, but that doesn’t mean you can’t be super in them
Plyometrics can make you a more efficient runner, and it turns out they don’t need to be complicated or risky
Running can give you a longer life, better sleep, improved immunity, mood, and more—it’s even good for your knees and lower back
The wild world of fastest known times includes crazy ideas, stunning successes, disappointing failures—and so much in between
To build endurance as a runner is to build “capacity.” But what does this look like? Strength running coach Jason Fitzgerald explains.
This Mental Health Awareness Month, here are some of our favorite articles on running and the brain, as well as expert advice on how you can master your mind to enhance training, boost recovery, and become a happier runner.
Fearing racial violence, the Colorado trail runner turned to her network of athletes. Their support helped her move forward with pride.
Maybe you should start writing a little something about your run, too
After two months and 400 miles, I’ve found road trainers that keep my feet happy like no others and are worth every penny
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We're only human, and bad races here and there are inevitable. Here's a crash course in honing your mind to mentally power through a tough day.
Racing can be a scary thing. Use these tips to make sure you're mentally prepared before the gun goes off in your next race.
The competitive endurance athlete chose not to complete a grueling marathon. That's when she realized: you don't have to finish everything you start.
The psychology behind why we get so nervous before a race and strategies for coping with the impending pain
We put the brand’s fit tool—and the shoes’ runabilty—to the test
More money means a greater risk for corruption, but professional running needs something to shake up the status quo
Whatever terrain you encounter the Salomon Ultra Glide 2 can handle with its cushioned, stable, and nimble ride
Got your eye on an FKT? The MTL Skyfire 2 can take you there.
Despite being an accomplished mountain athlete, she struggled with her body image. But by imagining how younger girls would see her story, she found the strength to accept herself.
In-race data collected during the world championships sheds new light on how top endurance athletes avoid overheating
Despite the proliferation of destination marathons, some runners are making a conscientious decision to stay closer to home. But they wouldn’t judge you.
Losing his lower legs to disease in childhood caused him to hide himself for decades. Then a long, hot hike across the Grand Canyon showed him a new way forward.
Made by Smith, his large-lens Pursuit shades are ideal for skiing, cycling, running, and nearly every other outdoor activity you can imagine
After moving from Kenya to Colorado, the two-time world champion and Olympic silver medalist is ready to compete
Sure, maybe you get a leg cramp. But you could also get struck by an asteroid.
This 75-year-old runner might be the world’s fittest man at his age, so fit that researchers turned him into a case study
Expert strength running coach Jason Fitzgerald wants us to keep our easy runs easy, but not forget the importance of workouts
Simple steps to rebooting your fitness and reinvigorating your running goals
We asked experts what to consider before you hit the pavement
Why the world's greatest marathoner still needs to win a hilly marathon to cement his legacy
Do your favorite running routes mix road and trail? The Nike Pegasus Trail 4 GORE-TEX INVISIBLE FIT is the secret sauce for excelling everywhere.
Since Linden began her career, there’s been a dramatic shift in how professional runners promote and present themselves to the world. We caught up with her about her new podcast, the expansion of running media, and how she decides whether to fire off a spicy tweet.
Our initial testing reveals the updates to the beloved, game-changing Vaporfly make it an even better marathon racing shoe
Women Take The Lead Retreat is creating space for women of color in the running industry to network, learn, and connect with tools to advance their careers
Growing up as an immigrant had her believing that she had to be stronger than everybody else just to get by. When she started trail running, she was physically tested in ways she found thrilling.
The sport’s only nonagenarian shares his story—and wisdom—from decades on the trail
We let dogs out to run. We should do the same for ourselves.
Age may be just a number—but so is your weekly mileage
Topo’s super-foam-powered Cyclone 2 perfects the brand’s vision of combining the best qualities of natural-movement footwear and cushioned running shoes
With all the performative “empowerment” of women runners on this day, let this be a moment where we demand real change, real structural transformation, and real joy
We’re going the extra mile with 261 Fearless, our nonprofit partner that empowers women through running
The kindness of a stranger helped the organizer for the Boston Marathon overcome tragedy. Now she wants to pass the gift along, every day.
It's the hot new recovery tool. Here’s what to keep in mind when using one, according to physical therapists.
By enforcing stringent rules on the video footage creators can use from their events, USA Track and Field might be undermining its own mission
Seventy years after his first cross-country race and 46 years after competing as an elite runner, the author competes—and triumphs—on a tough Australian course
Double threshold days and lactate meters have propelled Jakob Ingebrigtsen and others to the top. Should the rest of us follow suit?
Researchers test the assumption that top athletes are more sensitive to internal cues, with surprising results
The former soccer phenom was burnt out and angry. Then he started running every day, no matter what.
American Yared Nuguse scorches the track en route to winning the Wanamaker Mile at the Millrose Games, and other news from the track.
The Fast Forest Project is honoring the fastest American milers as part of a broader sustainability initiative
A physical therapist details what usually brings runners into his office and lays out strategies to keep you injury-free
Cross-country began and grew in the cold off-season, and its world championships are usually held in winter mud and slush. This year, however, will be different.
All that hiking, biking, and climbing can take a toll on more than your quads
The Norda 001 G+ Spike tames impossible trails while keeping you dry and protected in winter weather
A new study tests the idea that, with the right building blocks, connective tissue can repair itself after all
Internationally acclaimed coach and author Brad Stulberg wants runners to love the process, seek community, laugh at themselves, and stay flexible
Everything you need to know about motivation, fulfillment, and achievement in this lifetime sport