Angela Shartel, from overweight spectator to vibrant ultra runner
The Angela Shartel of 2020 is a smiling, healthy, popular ambassador for the trail and ultra running community. Flip back the calendar to...
The Bitters' running, living, loving life
Zach and Nicole Bitter have another trail runner to thank for bringing them together. While they met at an Altra athlete summit, their...
Hungerford Trail Races answers my 'why'
At any start line, there may be as many runners as there are “whys.” Some may be chasing a lofty PR. Some may be out to prove to...
Suicide survivor inspires others through ultra running
Growing up in Alaska, Carol Seppilu sensed the importance of a purposeful life at an early age. She got straight As in school and read...
7 things to know about the Bel Monte Endurance Races
Saturday marks seven weeks to go until the Bel Monte Endurance Races in the Skylark Mountains of Virginia. There are three events for...
A chafe-free solution for running undies
They say necessity is the mother of invention. For John Ellis, needless chafing was the mother of invention. During the 298-kilometer...
Coros Apex review: 'Wow! Game changer!'
In November, I was fortunate enough to win a brand new Coros Apex 46mm in an online contest (thanks @Runspirited and @Coros)! I was...
A look back, a look ahead
To say that my running rebounded in 2019 from the previous year is an understatement. It was a year of achieving firsts, overcoming...
Flagstaff ultra champion and the ‘magic of trail races’
Growing up in Flagstaff, Ariz., Austin Horn was familiar with the running scene. He recalls knowing that people there enjoyed the sport...
Blind but determined: Ultra runner Kyle Robidoux
Next time you are out on a trail run, imagine navigating an unfamiliar section by looking through a paper-towel roll without the ability...
