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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.

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.

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.

Deep in the throes of the post-race blues, one writer found herself craving a creative craft.

Chin up. You don’t have to dread the months ahead. Running through the darker months can have a different vibe and tempo, and that's okay.

I tested apparel from fifteen brands in all kinds of conditions. Here are my eight favorite pieces for autumn trail runs.

On November 14th, a coalition of non-binary athletes published an open letter to the trail and ultra-running community to take steps in greater inclusivity.

Give the gift of adventure this holiday season with one of five curated running experiences. 

Canyon Woodward channels his love of rural spaces into political activism, fueled by his adventures in trail running.

As The Backyard Stories series concludes, athlete and farmer Jonnah Perkins connects with Protect Our Winters Executive Director Molina, then runs 12 miles to cast her vote. 

Strong performances from American athletes netted the national team several podium positions.

After breaking the master’s course record at the legendary desert race, Yanko won a Golden Ticket that will send her to the Western States Endurance Run. 

A good cry can be therapeutic and can even better connect you with others. Let’s stop shaming it.

The sneaker industry has a role to play in climate change. New Balance is trying to reduce its climate impact with a holistic program.

Joe Gray finishes 6th as U.S. men place fourth

A misadventure on a mountain bike taught me that running wasn’t the thing that mattered most: It was just the vehicle I used to get there.

Joe Gray, Allie McLaughlin headline strong U.S. at world championships in Thailand

After announcing that this year's Ironman World Championship race was her last, the fan favorite wasted no time making her mark on the ultrarunning scene, placing fifth at the Javelina Jundred 100-mile trail race last weekend.

Leon Sparks, 44, was trying to summit three mountains in one trek when he tumbled down Colorado’s El Diente Peak

How this world champion plans to push through the pain (and where he expects the field to explode)

In the fifth installment of The Backyard Stories, we travel to Missoula, Montana, to meet up with professional ultrarunner Mike Foote and discuss land stewardship, food sharing, and his beloved Crown of the Continent.

Curious what's trending? Here were the five most popular Trail Runner articles last month.

Your guide to voting on national, state, and local levels this November

Last weekend’s hyper-competitive race in Arizona’s Sonoran desert drew top talent, record-breaking paces, and confusion around nonbinary award categories.

Rémi Bonnet and Nienke Brinkman win the five-stage GTWS championship and overall season titles

The 27-year-old former Navy SEAL may be one of the most gifted runners on the planet. Good thing he doesn’t want to race—yet.

In the fourth installment of The Backyard Stories, we travel to Southern California, to visit trail athlete and fruit-grower Nick Brown at his family’s farm, in an ecosystem where increasing wildfire is a reality.

Looking for an easy to execute Halloween costume? We've got you covered.

Arizona’s favorite hundred-miler is a Golden Ticket race, and it’s attracting a monster field. Here’s what you need to know.

After a three-year absence due to COVID-19 and a devastating volcanic eruption on the island last fall, the Transvulcania by UTMB ultra race returned with American Abby Hall taking the win.

A lifelong hiker and runner, Julie jumped into ultrarunning two years ago. Shining Rock marks her first unsupported FKT.

The founder of Native Women Running is running the Javelina Jundred this weekend to celebrate her heritage and encourage Native women to find their own trails toward healing.  

I never expected to be taken off a flight on a stretcher and rushed to brain surgery. Here are some ways you can reduce your chances of the same fate.

In the third installment of The Backyard Stories, we travel to Telluride, Colorado, to talk with mountain athlete, Dani Reyes - Acosta about connecting food, outdoor adventure, and water.

Instead of searching for the elusive fountain of youth, try celebrating your maturity.

Climate change is rendering some of our most beloved landscapes unrecognizable. How can awe and wonder cultivated on the trail help us navigate the earth’s transformation?

The death of Hilaree Nelson highlights a double standard that still exists with mothers in the adventure world

“I really did spend 16-plus hours covering fewer than three miles”

Two ultrarunners face off to capture the fastest known time on the Arizona Trail, hoping to push one another to a new record.

The best way to find your next pair of running shoes is to shop locally

“Through this race, we inspire people around us to be better citizens of this world and to transcend themselves”

In the second installment of The Backyard Stories, we travel to California’s Central Valley to talk with Kimo Laughlin about this family’s small orchard, sinking aquifers, and how to live a life of agriculture and adventure.

This latest allegation is part of what could be a larger problem in the trail running world.

This weekend, on October 15th, watch 37 national teams compete to win the race with no finish line.

Every fall, the prevalence of hunting where I live in Vermont forces me to shift from running trails to dirt roads. I’ve learned to love the change of pace – and to stay safe.

Moderate alcohol consumption can bring joy to people who are able to enjoy it responsibly. And what’s the point of trail running – or anything else – if we aren’t experiencing joy?

For World Mental Health Day, this short film follows one runner’s journey of accomplishments and setbacks in feeling comfortable in his own body.

A last-minute change of plans left one Colorado elite athlete seeking a partner for the grueling 8-day TransAlpine Run. She found her on a mountain. Wearing heels.

The Trail Ahead Podcast is hosted by Faith Briggs and Addie Thompson, and they are sharing their favorite interviews with trail runners who are changing the game. 

This trail running bird lover shares a unique perspective on autumnal raptor migration.

In the first installment of The Backyard Stories, we travel to Marin County, California, to talk with elite ultrarunner and Protect Our Winters alliance captain Stephanie Howe about parenthood, farmers markets, and baking the perfect galette. 

On October 10th, Trail Runner and Rising Hearts are celebrating Indigenous excellence in running with a panel of leading Indigenous athletes, scientists, and artists.

Curious what's trending? Here were the five most popular Trail Runner articles published last month.

Nine years ago, Callie Vinson could barely cover a mile on foot. This week, the Indigenous Choctaw runner is attempting to complete the Moab 240. 

The two adventurers that fell in love with each other, then the legendary line linking 14 of Colorado’s highest peaks.

The Backyard Stories is a new podcast and written column following athletes and local food advocates who are deeply investing in their home ecosystems - their backyards.

Team USA will be sending a strong team to the first combined championships in Thailand

We’re asking thirty-one elite runners and visionaries thirty-one rapid fire questions. What makes them tick? Up next, Faith Briggs.

His newest book, Discipline Is Destiny, has essential lessons for committing to a lifelong pursuit of running. 

A Siberian Yupik Alaskan Ultrarunner Fights For Every Breath

Though COVID isn’t going anywhere soon, the newer variants may have fewer long-term effects for something all athletes care deeply about: our hearts.

Learning to adapt training and mindset through Alaskan winters

Our running goes through seasons. Embracing general fitness over peak performance takes an attitude adjustment.

The diagnosis is tricky and can easily be confused with sciatica—and it's one of the most common running injuries.

With record-shattering descents and a deep love for the mountain, Colorado-based Mascarenas overcame unhealthy habits and injury to become the Queen of Pikes Peak.

Working towards better balance might actually be what is keeping you from finding passion in life and potential in running. Instead of seeking balance, practice integrating who you already are with what matters most to you.

Everyone has a Why. Our motivations are as varied as our backgrounds, and these passions are what powers adventures big and small.

Trails don’t maintain themselves. Here’s what trail work is and why you should consider volunteering, even if it isn’t required.

Elite ultrarunner Tim Tollefson created a local event that invites everyone to enjoy running mountain trails through races, panel discussions, and films.

Women tend to play down their accomplishments. Here’s why ultrarunner Sally McRae wants that to change.

Here’s what we know about the Mosquito Fire, how local communities are being affected, and what Western States 100 race organizers are doing to respond.

One month before toeing the line at this weekend’s Run Rabbit Run 100, a backcountry skier finds inspiration and mentorship to push the pace across one of Colorado’s toughest running routes.

Andrea Sansone spent the summer scouting Nolan’s 14 before setting the FKT over Labor Day weekend