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The UK-based trail runner just raised the bar on one of the UK’s gnarliest routes.

World champion Gotytom Gebreslase of Ethiopia headlines a stellar women's field that could take a shot at the course record in Boston in 2023

When racial diversity, age, and experience intersects in running, the result is a wellspring of insight and contribution. These veteran runners have made running central to their lives and identities.

Read an except from Lauren Fleshman's book Good For A Girl. Published in January 2023, Fleshman shares her insight and experiences in the pro running field.

Lauren's Fleshman's book Good For A Girl offers a look at her own journey in running in a system that was built for the opposite gender.

The former elite runner and coach has released her memoir Good For a Girl as “an offering” to the sport.

Can you love your body and work to change your body at the same time? Yes, you can.

10 tips to kick-start your fitness at the start of the new year

From road races to mountain ultramarathons, many events now offer resources to support new mothers in pursuit of their goals. Here’s the latest.

Internationally acclaimed coach and author Brad Stulberg wants runners to love the process, seek community, laugh at themselves, and stay flexible.

A Fastest Known Time panel voted on the top 5 most impressive women's performances of 2022. Here's what won.

Forget weight loss. Throw out advice on how to “optimize” your life. This year, we want to keep things simple.

Moving from long to short efforts during a workout maximizes the training stimulus

A PT's tips for running through snow and ice without upping your injury risk.

As winter stares us in the face, read tips from runners who live in some of the coldest places on earth. Zip up, layer up, get out the front door (or not!)

The best of 2022 from Women's Running

This year was one for the record books in women’s running. Between the half marathon and marathon U.S. records being broken not once but twice, and new levels of excellence reached on the track and trails, 2022 saw several big moments that will go down in history.

We all love a good sparkling water after a hot run. But are your favorite bubbly beverages hurting your bones?

In this excerpt from the book ‘The Practice of Groundedness,’ author Brad Stulberg explains how ritualizing exercise benefits your brain and body

What the rest of us can learn from the wildly durable Atlanta Track Club runner

What fueling looks like for the elite athlete and world-record holder

Tips for nailing recovery nutrition

A sports psychologist’s top tips for managing the comparison trap and focusing on next year  

An initiative by World Athletics monitors slurs and sexual harassment on social media during competition.

Boost your recovery the tasty way.

Check out Kylee Van Horn RDN's author page.

Life presented Jenny Simpson with numerous challenges in the last year. Here’s how Simpson faced them head-on.

A step-by-step guide to keep in mind when picking the right fuel for your next adventure.

It's going to be a great year for runners. High-end materials and designs go mainstream in 2023, delivering smooth-riding, versatile rides for everyone.

After six years away from competing at the elite level, she ran a huge PR of 2:30:29, placing 9th at the California International Marathon.

We hear about antioxidants all the time. But what are they, and how important are they really for runners? Here's a crash course.

Doubles are an element in most pro-athlete training plans that can help athletes of all levels get faster.

We've all heard about that 30-minute window when we're "supposed" to eat after a run. But how important is that time frame really?

Instability puts strain on your Achilles tendon. Train your body to support your stride from the feet up using these exercises for Achilles injury prevention.

Nitrates - found abundantly in beets, beet juice, and beetroot supplements - have been found to boost athletic performance. But how much should you take, when, and why? Scott Tindal digs in to the science.

We’ve all heard of carb loading. But how do you do it, and does it really work?

Pelvic tilt isn't always something that needs to be fixed, but understanding it can help you run stronger. Here's what you need to know.

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A move to Flagstaff gave her a training boost for the result.

There’s an implicit message floating around endurance sports that equates processed food with “guilt.” Here’s why we think that's bogus. 

How to stay happy and injury-free on the trails

Check out Kylee Van Horn R.D.N.'s author page.

It's one thing to think about a workout; it's another to actually do it. Here's how to make sure workout brain doesn't convince you to quit.

Here at Trail Runner, we love snacks. Here are four flavor-packed recipes to make sure the midafternoon crash won't stand a chance.

Developing proper form can feel complex and overwhelming. This cue focused on the angle of the shin and femur has helped some athletes that struggle with practicing the best form.

Emerging research suggests that biology plays an important role in nutrient timing and intake. Here’s how female runners can use that science for performance breakthroughs.

The track can present an opportunity to build speed, or it can be an injury waiting to happen. Let’s use four questions to dive into the training theory behind track workouts.

When I first started running, I did it because it brought me joy to see my own improvements and join a community. But then I brought my phone into the equation.

A November 2021 study uses a fascinating research design to test different types of periodization over a 16-week training cycle.

Socks, hydration packs, insoles, and coffee! Welcome to the cornucopia of accessories and essentials for the runner on your list.

If popping the cash for a month-long trip to the Maldives isn't an option, here's the next best thing - the best recovery gifts for the runner in your life.

Welcome to our top selection of gifts for runners that are set to keep on giving all year long.

For the gearhead in your life, here are our editor's top picks for the runner who is technologically inclined.

With so many running shoes, which ones do you choose? Don't worry, we have you covered with our best running shoes for holiday gifts.

Be seen and be heard. Here are the looks that will keep you shining bright this winter.

Browse the selection of our favorite running gear this winter season, all ready to wrap for your best runner friends - or yourself!

In 2009, Born to Run sent shockwaves through the running world. Thirteen years later, Born to Run 2 offers a practical guide to running, eating, racing, and training like the world's best. Here's an excerpt from the book, out December 6, 2022.

This time of year can see increased stress around food-related anxiety. These expert nutritionists have tips on how to effectively navigate unsettling holiday dinner table diet talk.

We found the best kicks for connecting with the earth and setting your feet free

From November 24-27, Rising Hearts—an Indigenous-led grassroots organization—will host the third annual Truthsgiving 4 Miler. The run was created to honor Indigenous history, foster allyship, and share the true history of Thanksgiving during Native American Heritage Month.

There's so much to think about before a race. Some things are important, and others really, really aren't. Here's what you should focus on.

Join Run Intel to have your GPS watch generate ultra-specific email updates based on your running activities and goals

Alysia Montaño is dedicating her career to building and sharing resources for moms on race day, and beyond.

In her marathon debut at the California International Marathon, Lauren Goss aims to unlock her potential as she races for herself.

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Being able to see is just as important as being seen when running in low light. Here are our favorite headlamps for every scenario.

Black Friday deals have come early for runners. Here's a glimpse at some of the best deals on running shoes, apparel and accessories.

After her diagnosis halted her physical activity for two years, runner Mireille Siné returned to the sport with a new outlook

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Don't let GI distress derail your race day experience. Here’s how to dial in your race-day fuel routine to maximize success.

Should you stretch before you run? What’s the best kind of running shoes? How often should you run? Your top questions, answered.

Here’s how to build hill-running strength even when real hills aren’t accessible.

Are you making one of these training mistakes? From volume to motivation, here’s where trail runners get tripped up. 

Who are the American frontrunners to race in the Paris Olympics?

Easy ways to run easier.

Ultrarunning, why? The Diversity of Motivations and Experiences in Ultrarunners

Check out Kylee Van Horn's author page.