Top 25 most inspirational men ultra runners of 2024
The most inspirational men ultra runners include those who broke a historic course record at Leadville, an unknown winning UTMB and others.
Top 25 most inspirational women ultra runners of 2024
The most inspirational women ultra runners include the first Barkley Marathons finisher, the overall AT FKT holder, the Western-UTMB winner.
The top 10 stories on RunSpirited this year
The top 10 trail and ultra running stories on RunSpirited include coaching tips, lighting for runners and an elite athlete's historic race.
Inspiration doesn’t always come from success
For runners, inspiration can come from a wide variety of places, successful races, high-level athletes and even failures.
10 takeaways from the Western States, Hardrock lotteries
The Western States and Hardrock lotteries created stacked men's and women's fields, as well as lots of interesting story lines to follow.
Meet Craig Thornley, Western States race director
Craig Thornley is the race director for Western States, arguably the most beloved, prolific and popular 100-mile ultra race in North America
Who are the most inspirational ultra runners of the year?
In December, RunSpirited announces its annual list of the most inspirational ultra runners of the year. Submit your nominations now.
Tejas Trails expands while offering something for everyone
Chris McWatters, race director for Tejas Trails, is expanding the offerings but making sure their events offer something for every runner.
A unique view of David Roche’s Leadville course record
Teddy Bross had a unique view of David Roche as he set the Leadville 100-miler course record as his pacer for the final 38 miles.
Meet Francesca Conte, Bad to the Bone RD, who’s good for the sport
Francesca Conte is the race director of Bad to the Bone, which features Bel Monte, UROC and other races, primarily in Virginia.
