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This Week In Running: February 3, 2020

This Week In Running’s trail and ultra recap for February 3, 2020.

Running and the Elements

An essay about how we adapt our running when we encounter challenging natural conditions.

Beauty on the Run

An essay about how the specific act of running helps us to see nature’s beauty.

iHikeFar

Andrew Titus explores other ways of moving in nature after an accident left him unable to run healthfully.

Best New Trail Shoes for Spring-Summer 2020

A collection of nearly 40 trail shoes that hit shelves by spring 2020.

This Week In Running: January 27, 2020

This Week In Running’s trail and ultra recap for January 27, 2020.

2020 Grossglockner Ultra-Trail Race Entry Giveaway

Win an entry into and two-nights accommodations for the 2020 Grossglockner Ultra-Trail in Austria.

Lunch-Pail Days

AJW contemplates those occasional training days that don’t come easy for your mind.

Topo Ultraventure Review

An in-depth review of the Topo Athletic Ultraventure trail running shoes.

On the Profundity Trail

A long-form narrative about how a trekking trip in Nepal powerfully shifts life perspective.

Screening Laboratory Tests for Runners, Part 2

The second article of a two-part series on blood laboratory testing for runners.

This Week In Running: January 20, 2020

This Week In Running’s trail and ultra recap for January 20, 2020.

But What If It’s Good?

Zach Miller writes about choosing to move on from caretaking at Barr Camp in Colorado.

A Love Affair: An Interview with Jasmin Paris

An in-depth profile of fell runner Jasmin Paris.

For Its Own Sake: Reflections on Leisure

An essay on how running can be a form of leisure.

Hip Hinge, Part 2: Balance, Integration, Propulsion, and Strengthening

The second article in a two-part series about the hip-hinge position for efficient running.

This Week In Running: January 13, 2020

This Week In Running’s trail and ultra recap for January 13, 2020.

2020 UTMB Events Top Runners

Lists of the top entrants for the 2020 UTMB events.

The Sweet Spot

AJW writes about that sweet spot on a run where you’re perfectly warmed up but not yet tired.

The Muse

In the debut article of her new ‘Notes from the Trail’ column, Hannah Green writes about how nature is her muse.

In Pursuit of Consistency

How consistency benefits one’s running.

Imagery for Performance Enhancement

How imagery can help you perform better.

This Week In Running: January 6, 2020

This Week In Running’s trail and ultra recap for January 6, 2020.

Revisiting Metacognitive Skills and Ultrarunning

AJW checks back in on the five metacognitive skills we use as trail runners and ultrarunners.

WeRunFar Profile: Kelly Bailey Newlon

An in-depth profile of trail runner and Real Athlete Diets owner Kelly Bailey Newlon.

Age-Old Runners: Roy Pirrung

An interview with Roy Pirrung about his healthy and prolific running at age 71.

Arc’teryx Norvan SL Insulated Hoody Review

An in-depth review of the Arc’teryx Norvan SL Insulated Hoody, a waterproof running jacket with insulation for cold weather running.

The Best of iRunFar in 2019

A look at the best of iRunFar in 2019.

AJW’s Taproom 2019 in Ultrarunning Awards

The ninth-annual AJW’s Taproom Year in Ultrarunning Rankings for 2019.

In Gratitude I Remain

Meghan Hicks reflects on what she’s grateful for in 2019.

Running is Love

An essay about how running helps us develop and hold onto love.

2019 Year-End iRunFar Fund Drive: Let’s Do This!

Please consider supporting iRunFar as 2019 comes to a close.

This Week In Running: December 23, 2019

This Week In Running’s trail and ultra recap for December 23, 2019.

Stranda Fjord Trail Race Contest

Enter to win one of two race entries (with two nights hotel each) to the Stranda Fjord Trail Race.

Building Your Toolbox

Zach Miller and Kimber Mattox write about the tools of the running trade.

Redemption: An Interview with Scott Hawker

An in-depth profile of trail ultrarunner Scott Hawker.

Competition and Envy

An essay about envy in running.

Mind Game: What Runners Can Learn from Mindfulness

The science of mindfulness practice for sport performance.

This Week In Running: December 16, 2019

This Week In Running’s trail and ultra recap for December 16, 2019.

Salomon Nocturne Collection Giveaway (US Address Required)

Win one of five prize packages from the Salomon Nocturne Collection.

Doug Latimer, Ultrarunning Icon

AJW writes about Doug Latimer’s relationship with the Western States 100.

From My Doorstep

Joe Grant concludes his “From My Doorstep” column on iRunFar.

In Pursuit of Marginal Gains

A look at where marginal gains might add up in ultrarunning.

Hip Hinge: Sustainable Body Position for Efficient Running

Joe Uhan writes about the hip-hinge position for efficient running.

This Week In Running: December 9, 2019

This Week In Running’s trail and ultra recap for December 9, 2019.

2020 Western States 100 Lottery Results (Plus Additional Entries)

Results from the 2020 Western States 100 lottery.

Sometimes You’re the Windshield, Other Times the Bug

An essay about how good and bad days are natural in a lifetime of running.

La Sportiva Bushido II Review

A review of the La Sportiva Bushido II trail running shoes.

WeRunFar Profile: Hiroko Suzuki

An in-depth profile of Japanese trail ultrarunner Hiroko Suzuki.

Age-Old Runners: Denise Bourassa

An interview with Denise Bourassa about her competitive trail ultrarunning at age 50.

Rethinking the Aid Station

Alex Nichols gives tips for effective aid-station visits during trail races and ultramarathons.

This Week In Running: December 2, 2019

This Week In Running’s trail and ultra recap for December 2, 2019.

With Gratitude on Thanksgiving Weekend

AJW gives thanks to members of the trail running and ultrarunning community.

Last at First

Sandy Stott’s essay about finishing last in a race for the very first time.

100 Mile Runners and Dead Man’s Bench

A sample of Larry Gassan’s photography exhibit “100 Mile Runners & Dead Man’s Bench” on display at California State University Channel Islands in 2019.

Of the Heart and Mind: Nick and Jade de la Rosa’s Journey

An in-depth profile of Nick and Jade de la Rosa and their journey with ultrarunning, physical health, and mental health.

This Week in Running: November 25, 2019

This Week In Running’s trail and ultra recap for November 25, 2019.

What Makes a Good Comeback

AJW writes about coming back to running from his hip-resurfacing surgery.

Companionship: An Interview with Katie Schide

An in-depth profile of trail ultrarunner Katie Schide.

Thinking in Public for Runners

An essay about how to converse online.

Running on Science: Fact or Fiction?

The Running on Science column busts four running myths with current scientific understanding.

This Week in Running: November 18, 2019

This Week In Running’s trail and ultra recap for November 18, 2019.

YiOu Wang, 2019 TNF 50 Champion, Interview

A video interview (with transcript) with YiOu Wang after her win at the 2019 TNF 50.