

Life in a day: From Western States wait list to the finish line
What's it like to be the last runner off the wait list and in Western States? Allen Currano went from wait list to finish line in one day.


10 takeaways from the 2022 Western States
The 2022 Western States Endurance Run was one to remember. Here are the top 10 takeaways from this edition of the historic 100 mile race.


100 days to 100 miles
Why would someone run 100 miles? Ultra runners challenge themselves because of what we get out of the overall experience.


Rod Farvard is 'all in' for ultras and the community
Rod Farvard went from pro triathlete to elite ultra runner. Here's how he uses lessons from tris to ultras as he heads into Western States.


A relentless drive powers Leah Yingling to overcome challenges
Leah Yingling is a determined ultra runner who possesses a relentless drive and has overcome various challenges to excel as an elite runner.


16 tips to running a 100-miler
How do I train for a 100-mile race? Here are tips from an ultra running coach on what you need to know before trying your first 100-miler.


Andy Jones-Wilkins checks his crystal ball for Western States
Who will win the 2022 Western States race? Andy Jones-Wilkins offers his takes on who to watch and some interesting story lines.


My ‘why’ for returning to Hennepin Hundred
The Hennepin Hundred is my Western States qualifier for this year. After my first DNF, here is why I am returning to Hennepin.


Jacky Hunt-Broersma: the queen of running streaks
Who holds the world record for most consecutive marathons? Ultra marathon runner Jacky Hunt-Broersma, who runs on a prosthetic.


Lessons learned from a first DNF
The Zion 100K was my first Did Not Finish. While disappointing, there are lessons learned from a DNF that I will apply in future races.