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Led by Dakota Jones’ third-place finish, Americans put four runners among the top six overall.

With four American Women in Top 10, and Helen Mino Faukner on the podium , U.S. women threw down at CCC in 2023 in a historically deep field.

Here’s a look at the gear, tech, media, and general miscellany our Outside Run editors loved last month

Most running footwear caters to heel-strikers. These models meet the needs of runners who land on their toes.

The case for taking more than just a momentary water break

Schide proves she can compete with the world’s best over every ultra distance. New mother Rachel Drake takes sixth, showing she’s back on the world stage.

The livestream coverage begins at 3 A.M. ET Friday

How does training for one of the most challenging 100-mile races on the planet compare with others? We dug into the data for answers. 

I’ve visited the Mont Blanc region more than a dozen times and am always gobsmacked by mystical aura it exudes

Look around any running event and you’ll notice a sea of five-panel hats, the latest fashion trend to go viral in the endurance scene. What’s behind its popularity?

The two-time Hardrock 100 champ from Colorado has developed a calmer and more balanced race mentality

A new mother of two combats the pressure of bouncing back from postpartum training

Evans pushes new training, fueling, and racing strategies by cycling, triathlon, and background in the military

With six women ranked in the top 10, the U.S. is poised to put on a show at the UTMB World Series 50K finale

How can runners measure their progress? Here’s how to be sure you’re asking the right questions and using the right timeline when it comes to measuring adaptations.

The former hockey player turned triathlete turned ultra runner is heading to Chamonix to Race UTMB OCC

Despite record snowpack and extreme heat, the ultrarunning dentist shaved over five days off the previous record

The history and science of modern endurance fueling.

After living in France for more than a year, the Hoka-sponsored ultrarunner is as fit and prepared as he’s ever been

The American mountain runner returns to international racing with stoke and strategy to spare.

How will Tom Evans tackle the notoriously difficult Western States UTMB double? By taking the pressure off.

Brooks adds Stanford’s Meika Beaudoin-Rousseau to its growing trail running team

About to make his UTMB debut, Colt says the less he frets, the better he seems to perform

Scientists reconsider the assumption that it only helps strength and power athletes

An inmate serving a sentence in Ohio turns setback into opportunity from within, joining a running club and raising money for student school supplies 

This one tool can help you set big goals, move past setbacks, and defeat your inner critic

Three trail athletes share their best cross-training tips on when, why, and how to incorporate other sports into your routine

After an already packed year of racing and adventures, the French runner can’t wait for more

Forget stuffy, competitive running races. Take the Bridge is an underground race series that’s all about breaking rules and doing things your own way.

JP Giblin improved on his runner-up showing in 2022, while Jacquie Mannhard, a mother of two, won by nearly two hours

Here's what to keep in mind about hydration supplementation at all elevations

After an alarming encounter on a trail, getting a dog helped me enjoy running again

The four-time winner of the world’s biggest ultramarathon cited being unable to run due to a sacrum injury

Trail Runner’s editor in chief, whose new book co-authored with Tina Muir, ‘Becoming a Sustainable Runner,’ is now available, believes there are many approachable steps runners can take to improve their running and the planet

The new book, ‘Becoming a Sustainable Runner,’ offers a science-backed playbook for being an ecologically-responsible athlete and citizen

A national record holder for Greece in the 10K, Pappas continues to explore her limits with a late entry into the high altitude 100 miler

A Q&A with the ultra running star on her preparation for UTMB, the changes she’s made in training, and the best piece of fitness advice she’s ever gotten

Native Women Running’s team is running the three-day TransRockies Run for ancestors, family, courage, and inspiration

More than 700 runners will toe the line for the 40th running of the Leadville 100 trail race

Everything you need to know about the UTMB race series in Chamonix.

Although she’s only been racing on trails since 2021, Laukli has quickly become one of the world’s best mountain runners

Going fast on downhill trails takes some courage, and a fine-tuned set of mental skills. Here’s how to use your mind to run faster downhill on trails.

We know meditation and visualization exercises benefit our mental health. Could they also support our physical bodies?

How late-blooming ultrarunner Becky Bates excels at mountain races in her 60s

Sierre-Zinal, the soul of fast-paced trail running, is celebrating five decades of world-class competition this weekend in Switzerland

As the sport of running grows, so do many of its cottage industries. Coaching has quickly become an industry that many are tapping into as more people enter the sport, but experiences may vary.

Here’s how pro runners and medical experts weigh in on this debate

Will Peterson overcame downpours, flooding, and his own hectic schedule to smash the unsupported FKT on America’s oldest thru-hike

Modern gadgets tell us more about our physiology and recovery needs than ever before, but how might this constant data bath actually work against our training?

The Running Industry Diversity Coaltion’s study emphasizes the long road ahead for achieving racial equity in trail and ultrarunning

For races that require multiple overnights, here are some science-backed sleep strategies to help runners maximize performance on multi-day events

How one trail runner makes swimming pools and alpine lakes the destination, while the whole journey is the reward

Erin Ton dashed to the summit of 57 of the Colorado’s 14,000 peaks in a little more than two weeks, but skipping Culebra Peak has caused a firestorm of backlash

These are some of the best ways to see, hear, smell, taste, and touch Maine on your next adventure

The latest research suggests that muscle oxygen can detect exercise thresholds, with no blood required

In January, Runners for Public Lands launched a new program to help runners from underrepresented backgrounds thrive in the trail community. Here are the first athletes.

Researchers present new findings on mental fatigue, mental training, and the importance of your surroundings

Pacing at long distance running events is common in North America, but it can also be intimidating. Here are seven essential tips from veteran ultra athletes.

Focusing on being positive, calm and purposeful can help you reach the summit of small hills and big mountains

Enhanced with a carbon-fiber plate, responsive foam, and Vibram rubber, the Ultrafly is Nike’s first high-performance trail racing shoe

What started as a team self-supported effort with Liz Derstine, ended as a supported FKT

Let your senses guide you to your next Maine adventure. Here's where to plan your escape.

The 26-year-old died after a long fall while soloing Blitzen Ridge (5.4) in Rocky Mountain National Park.

The questionnaire screened for Female and Male Athlete Triad risk factors, while also asking athletes about their mental health.

Here’s a look at the gear, tech, media, and general miscellany our Outside Run editors loved last month

OK, there are no secrets, but she combines hard work with a fun vibe and doing whatever works for her.

They don’t necessarily save energy, but a new study suggests they might save your legs

On the second day of his first ultramarathon, the runner withdrew just a few miles from the finish line. But that didn’t stop him from completing the race.

How to manage this ongoing challenge for trail and ultrarunners

Embracing science-based training ideologies is the best way to develop aerobic fitness and improve performance in endurance sports.

Finding adventure in the mundane is as easy as lacing up your shoes.

Tips from some of the best Masters runners around on staying healthy and enjoying the process for years to come.

I tested 35 eco-friendly pieces over 600 miles. Here are 11 tops and bottoms that performed as well or better than non-recycled apparel.

To optimize your health or supercharge your training, you sometimes need to look beyond the lab

Interesting mid-run offshoots and alternatives can mix up the monotony of serious training

This viral social media movement focuses on consistency over intensity, and it might help you recommit to a running routine

Mountain running involves more risks than a jaunt around your neighborhood trails. Here’s how to navigate and mitigate risks so that you can make informed decisions in consequential terrain.

We tried three at-home sweat tests so you don’t have to. Here’s what sweat tests are best, and how to use that information for a trail racing breakthrough.