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The 200-Mile Phenomenon: A Data-Based Look at Their Growth and Demographics

A look at demographics and growth data from North America’s top 200-plus-mile races.

Para-Athlete Alexis Trougnou Sets Mount Kilimanjaro FKT, Helps Pave Way for Para-Speed Efforts

In February, Alexis Trougnou of France set a para-FKT on Mount Kilimanjaro in Africa.

The Distance Stops Changing

Jerry Dunn reflects on how his relationship with running has changed over the past 50 years.

Human Half-Marathon World Record Zapped by Humanoid Robot at the 2026 Beijing E-Town Half Marathon

A humanoid robot named Lightning beat the human half-marathon world record at the 2026 Beijing E-Town Half Marathon.

This Week In Running: April 20, 2026

This Week in Running’s trail and ultra recap for April 20, 2026.

Boston Bound: The Joy of Wesley Kiptoo and Alex Masai

Getting to know Alex Masai and Wesley Kiptoo ahead of the 2026 Boston Marathon.

Steady Love

Zach Miller writes about embracing the steady love aspects of running while still chasing big goals.

Communities Mourn Deaths at the 2026 Marathon des Sables and on the Cape Wrath Trail

Two trail runner deaths in the past week leave running communities mourning.

A Simple Fix: A Profile of Bras for Girls Founder Sarah Lesko

Sarah Lesko talks about how the nonprofit Bras for Girls can keep girls in sports.

Understanding and Improving Hip Efficiency, Part 2: Strength

Try these six exercises to target specific hip movements for improved hip efficiency and coordination.

Ultrarunning Culture

Sabrina Little writes about cultivating running culture.

Garmin Forerunner 970 Review

An in-depth review of the Garmin Forerunner 970 GPS running watch.

This Week In Running: April 13, 2026

This Week in Running’s trail and ultra recap for April 13, 2026.

2026 Marathon des Sables Legendary Results: Mohamed El Morabity and Maryline Nakache Dominate

Results of the 2026 Marathon des Sables Legendary, won by Maryline Nakache and Mohamed El Morabity.

2026 Two Oceans Marathon Results: 7th Win for Gerda Steyn, Debut Victory for Arthur Jantjies

Results from the 2026 Two Oceans Marathon in South Africa, won by Arthur Jantjies and Gerda Steyn.

Building Community the Old Fashioned Way

AJW writes about how race-specific training camps have created some of his best running memories.

HOKA Speedgoat 7: Through the Shoe Designer’s Eyes

A conversation with HOKA Senior Product Line Manager Jared Smith about the new HOKA Speedgoat 7.

Every Rain Drop

Hannah Green writes about existing in gratitude after a winter that never arrived to the mountains.

It’s Not the Gear: 9 Running Gear Rules from iRunFar’s Gear Editor

Bryon Powell, iRunFar’s gear editor, suggests some running gear rules.

Kiprun Kipsummit Max Review

An in-depth review of the Kiprun Kipsummit Max trail running shoe.

This Week In Running: April 6, 2026

This Week in Running’s trail and ultra recap for April 6, 2026.

Running and Aging: Finding Surprise Improvements

AJW takes a moment to appreciate a good day out at the 2026 Crown King Scramble 50k.

“Infinity (Featuring Biel):” A Film About Time, Pain, and Finding the Edge

A visual exploration of Biel’s run at the 2025 IAU 24-Hour World Championships.

From Marathons to the Marathon des Sables: A Conversation with Des Linden

A conversation with two-time Olympic marathoner Des Linden ahead of the 2026 Marathon des Sables.

“Coming to Term:” A Film About Clare Gallagher’s Run Through Pregnancy

A look at the realities of top trail runner Clare Gallagher in her final month of pregnancy.

The North Face Vectiv Enduris 4 Review

An in-depth review of the The North Face Vectiv Enduris 4 trail running shoes.

This Week In Running: March 30, 2026

This Week in Running’s trail and ultra recap for March 30, 2026.

On the Move Again

Before a move from Arizona to Oregon, AJW thinks about how running has helped him find a sense of home wherever he lives.

Brooks Ghost Trail Review

An in-depth review of the Brooks Ghost Trail running shoes.

Advancing Scientific Understanding of Women Ultrarunners With the Women’s Health Programme

The Women’s Health Programme partners with UTMB to collect data to advance research on female ultrarunners.

Ask the Pro: Trail Shoe Colors, Training for Increased Distances, and Fueling Strategies

Pro runner and coach Gabe Joyes answers questions about all things trail running.

This Week In Running: March 23, 2026

This Week in Running’s trail and ultra recap for March 23, 2026.

2026 Chianti Ultra Trail by UTMB 120k Results: Courtney Dauwalter and Thomas Cardin Win

Results from the 2026 Chianti Ultra Trail by UTMB 120k, won by Courtney Dauwalter and Thomas Cardin.

Something to Say

Through the lens of writer’s block, Zach Miller ponders the importance of being true to ourselves in running and life.

A Meeting of Mountain Cultures: How the U.S.’s First Skyrunning Race Shaped the Sport

A look at the early intersection of European and American skyrunning in 1994.

A Sustainable Runner: A Profile of Damian Hall

A conversation with Damian Hall, co-founder of The Green Runners, about the environmental considerations of racing and longevity in running.

What Pride Forgets

Sabrina Little examines the pitfalls of pride in running and in life.

Inov8 TrailFly Zero V2 Review

An in-depth review of the Inov8 TrailFly Zero V2 trail running shoes.

This Week In Running: March 16, 2026

This Week in Running’s trail and ultra recap for March 16, 2026.

2025 IAU 50k World Championships Results: British Sweep for Alex Milne and Naomi Robinson

Alex Milne and Naomi Robinson of Great Britain overcame heat and poor air quality to win the 2025 IAU 50k World Championships.

The Virtues of Intrinsic Rewards Revisited

AJW considers the importance placed on finisher’s medals in light of the 2026 LA Marathon.

Ourea Events Closes Doors, Cancels 2026 Events

Ourea Events, a U.K. race production company, shuts down in surprise announcement.

UltrAspire Spry 5.0 Race Vest Review

An in-depth review of the UltrAspire Spry 5.0 Race Vest.

Queens Never Quit: A Conversation with Joyce Njeru

A profile of Kenyan mountain runner Joyce Njeru.

Many Small Leaps for Runnerkind: Wondering About Non-Linear Improvement in Running

Bryon Powell ponders about the mini-leaps that seemingly occur in our running.

AI-Powered Optimization: New Frontiers in Peak Running Performance

Physiotherapist Joe Uhan looks at how AI tools can help improve our running biomechanics, recovery, and nutrition.

2025 IAU 50k World Championships Preview

A look at the top contenders for the rescheduled 2025 IAU 50k World Championships.

This Week In Running: March 9, 2026

This Week in Running’s trail and ultra recap for March 9, 2026.

2026 Transgrancanaria Classic 126k Results: Henriette and Jonathan Albon Win

Results for the 2026 Transgrancanaria Classic 126k, won by wife-and-husband duo Henriette Albon and Jonathan Albon.

Jeff Galloway and Running for Life

A memorial to running legend Jeff Galloway, who recently passed away.

Altra Timp 6 Review

An in-depth review of the Altra Timp 6 trail running shoes.

Hilary Yang and the Art of Running

A conversation with Hilary Yang, runner, photographer, film maker, race director, and more.

Trail Running in Duluth, Minnesota

An introduction to the extensive trail running network across Duluth, Minnesota.

Brooks Cascadia Elite Review

An in-depth review of the Brooks Cascadia Elite trail running shoes.

This Week In Running: March 2, 2026

This Week in Running’s trail and ultra recap for March 2, 2026.

Time, the Great Unifier

AJW reexamines his relationship with time after watching the new film, “The Cutoff.”

Connecting Wild Places: Landscapes of Kilian Jornet’s States of Elevation Project

A celebration of wild places through the lens of Kilian Jornet’s States of Elevation project.

Tracksmith Eliot Range Review

An in-depth review of the Tracksmith Eliot Range trail running shoes.

Ask the Pro: Hill Training, Crews, and Favorite Snacks

Pro runner and coach Gabe Joyes answers questions about all things trail running.

David Roche’s Dedication to His Wahoo KICKR RUN

David Roche talks about why he thinks treadmill use is revolutionizing trail running and ultrarunning training.

This Week In Running: February 23, 2026

This Week in Running’s trail and ultra recap for February 23, 2026.

Trail Runners Represent at Front of Olympic Skimo Mixed Relay

Trail runners featured in the top four teams at the 2026 Olympic Skimo Mixed Relay event.

Ashley Paulson Sets 100-Mile World Record at 2026 Jackpot 100 Mile

Ashley Paulson of the U.S. set a new women’s 100-mile world record of 12:19:34 at the 2026 Jackpot 100 Mile.