trail running

These 13 options are some of the best for keeping your feet dry and happy in the rainy season.

Plastic is simultaneously saving and smothering us. Here’s how the trail running community can help. 

As an ocean scientist, I see the impacts of climate change every day. Here's what running has taught me about how to move forward.

These four physiological elements have shown scientific links to better performance in races 50K and over.

Here’s how Ukraine’s trail running community is responding to the Russian invasion.

Jumping into your first trail race can be daunting. Here's everything beginners need to know for a fun and successful maiden voyage.

Donating blood is an easy way to make a huge difference in someone else’s life. Here’s what runners should keep in mind.

Try these three methods to cultivate pacing mastery and optimize your performance potential.

Hard workouts are important in the weeks leading up to a goal race. Use these examples to get yourself race-day ready.

There are varying definitions of what sustainability means. What can we learn from running when it comes to our planet?

Alex Falconer set out to traverse the Boundary Waters of Minnesota in May 2021. He would ultimately set a new FKT across the 110-mile stretch.

An overview of the biomechanics of hill running, how and when to do hill intervals, and why they'll make you stronger.

Lower leg injuries can be tough to diagnose, and often we're tempted to run through them. But with the right prevention, you can keep yourself injury-free.

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.

Base layers are critical when running in cold weather when it comes to staying warm and dry. Here are our go-to favorites.

The midlife transition of menopause can bring muscle loss, lousy sleep, mood swings, and more. With the right strategy it doesn’t have to slow you down as an athlete.

You might need to rethink your training. Use these five factors to find out how to improve performance in a smart, sustainable way.

Buying early, and potentially in bulk, could help save stress in the face of impending inventory shortages.

A lot happened in 2021. Good, bad and ugly, it all led to some beautiful stories. Our editors and contributors choose their favorites.

Running your first trail half marathon can be easy and fun with the right preparation.

Stop, put your hands on your knees, and take some deep breaths after an exhausting year. You earned it, and according to a 2019 study, it works.

2021 was a year full of stories. Here are our most read, shared and talked about stories of the year.

In running, there's often a perception of what the "ideal" body type looks like. We want to break that stigma for all runners.

There could be a number of reasons you're feeling a rapid beat. Here's when to worry about it.

Barre, the strength training regimen derived from ballet, could be your key to improved stability and injury prevention on the trail.

Whether you’re trail running overseas, linking up peaks or setting an FKT, Gaia GPS helps trail runners stay on track in complex terrain.

Reflecting on the aggro-zen of years spent building trails into the side of a mountain.

Gut microbes play a big role in athletics, and the microbiome could be positively impacted by behavior changes and supplements. Let’s dive into some smelly science.

Here's what psychology says about swearing and running performance.

From route creation and trail research to offline data access, Gaia GPS helps everyone from navigators to professional mountain guides achieve safer, better-planned trips. 

Many of the skills involved with long hiking also lend themselves to going faster on trails.

Beneficial health outcomes are associated with physical activity at every weight level; weight loss—not so much.

Adam Peterman’s name was known by few in the trail community until a couple weeks ago, when he destroyed the field at the JFK 50 Miler and nearly broke a course record many assumed was indestructible.

A writer with a few FKTs under her belt ponders whether or not speed enhances or detracts from the experience.

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The off-season is an opportunity. Capture it.

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While specific training methodology varies, these 5 general principles are nearly universal. And you can check off most of these boxes in a relatively short time.

Do a lot, but don't do too much.

Check out David Roche's author page.

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Most workouts should be sustainable and repeatable. But some workouts should empty the fitness tank entirely. That’s where these eight workouts come in.

Father Time is undefeated. But with smart training, we can give him a run for his money.

A little bout of fatigue can develop into training overreach, which can blossom into overtraining syndrome. Here's how to know the difference.

Adding tempo running before or after intervals can contribute to major fitness gains during training builds.

Here are a few of our favorite ways to spice up your next run when things start to feel mundane.

There are two things to think about when deciding whether or not to run an ultra: physical preparedness and psychological motivation.

The July 2021 study found that level, uphill, and downhill running economy are correlated except at the steepest grades. What does it mean for training?

While we are all unique, there are some themes that might help you strengthen your mental toughness and learn to work with your inner critic.

Whether you’re looking to transition from pavement to dirt or just log more and faster miles off-road, Saucony athlete Katie Asmuth has you covered with hard-earned tips and advice

“If you’re going to run at that effort, it’s almost like jumping off a dock—as soon as you jump, you’re going in the water. You can’t turn around,” Merry explains.

While the literature on alcohol and athletic performance is somewhat mixed, it’s worth tracking how you respond to even small amounts due to the risk of impaired recovery.

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Hills are jerks, but the right training will prepare you for any climb. Here's how to make every mountain feel like a molehill.

Ultramarathons lay bare every element of the human experience, and an aid station in one of the most famous 100-mile races shows that.

Building volume can help turn consistent training into big performances, as long as you do it safely. Here's how.

Getting back to running after injury is all about giving yourself the love and space to grow.

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When it comes to super steep hills, it's more efficient to hike rather than run. Here's when - and how - to power hike.

Fatigue resistance is a complicated concept. Her are some theories about maximizing it.

Uphill treadmill run/hikes (aka treadhills) are a bonus training element that could help some athletes improve speed and endurance.

We've got some of the smartest readers around. So we asked them - what advice would you give someone running their first 50 miler?

Ultramarathons are huge beasts. Here's everything you need to know about going the distance.

A new study finds foot strengthening lowers injuries by a whopping 41 percent.

200-mile races involve major demands on athletes, but that is part of the training fun.

Adaptation rules. Injury drools. Here are 10 tips to maximize benefit from your training and keep injuries at bay.

Eating enough food can be a high stakes game for athletes, as undereating can lead to negative impacts on fundamental body processes.

Free-flowing, feel-based long runs still have a place in structured training plans.

Recovery is a critical part of training, because that's when adaptation from all your training happens.

Running can come with a host of body insecurities. We're here to tell you that you're perfect as you are, no matter what.

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The best way to get better at running hills? Run more hills. These eight workouts offer a variety of ways to get after it.

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Some runners aspire to extended running trips, from a week to months or more. Here's what you need to know to set yourself up for success.

Leashing up your pup for some quality trail time can be a great way to get exercise for yourself, and your four-legged friend.

"Send a Runner," chronicles a 330-mile run by Navajo Edison Eskeets. The journey was layered with significance and beauty.

We're more than ready for some spring weather to roll around. When can we ditch our winter layers and switch to shorts?

"Easy” generally describes a wide range of paces. But athletes are often left unsure of how these runs should feel.

Tears of joy. Sad sobs. Bored to tears. Not only is it OK to cry in and around runs, it might just be a sign that you’re paying attention.

Peyton Thomas has always been curious about her surroundings, whether in her work as a marine biologist or her training as a runner.