How runners should choose their next race
Runners are driven to train when they have a race or goal on the calendar. But when motivation lags, here are tips to find a new challenge.
Steve Durbin gives runners and communities opportunities to succeed
Steve Durbin is race director of Tunnel Hill 100, where 50- and 100-mile records have been set, Strolling Jim and the Barkley Fall Classic.
The hardest races in the world
There are races all over the world that are a true test of strength and endurance even for the most talented and experienced runners.
Keira Henninger: A ‘master problem solver’ and race director
Keira Henninger now directs Leona Divide and 10 other ultra marathon races, including the Sean O’Brien 50, Ray Miller 50-50 and others.
From the Western States wait list to Golden Hour finish in two days
Going from the Western States wait list to the start line then finish in less than two days is possible. Greg Bergeron is a runner who did.
Ten takeaways from the 2024 Western States
The 2024 Western States was won by Jim Walmsley and Katie Schide. And the top six women had the top nine times ever in the race's history.
Kettle Moraine 100 mile race review: Challenge accepted and achieved
The Kettle Moraine 100 mile race is a Western States qualifier, mostly single-track trails and full of constant rolling hills in Wisconsin.
Jason Green: the brains, heart and soul of Yeti Trail Runners
Jason Green of Yeti Trail Runners has the trail and ultra running community in mind for all of his races as he builds an inclusive community
Running the Comrades Marathon: First steps for U.S. runners
A guide to running the Comrades Marathon, the world's oldest and largest ultra, written by a two-time finisher of the 55ish mile race.
Why run 100 miles at Kettle Moraine?
Why do people run 100 miles? For me, a 100-mile race is for chasing the dream of running Western States, redefining my limits and much more.
