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Overtraining Syndrome, Part Two: Treatment and Prevention

The second in a three-part series of overtraining syndrome in running.

Things Done Changed

A story centered around a trip by three friends to run the Grand Canyon Rim-to-Rim-to-Rim.

Gratitude: Emelie Forsberg’s 2013 UROC 100k Race Report

Emelie Forsberg’s race report from her win at the 2013 Ultra Race of Champions (UROC) 100k.

Some Early Thoughts on Male Ultrarunner of the Year

An early look at the 2013 male ultrarunner of the year.

Smartwool PhD Run Gear Review

A review of the Smartwool PhD Run apparel line, including the PhD Run Zip T, PhD Run Sleeveless Top, and PhD Run Short.

Jon Olsen’s North American 100-Mile Record Report

Jon Olsen’s race report on his sub-12 hour, North American 100-mile record.

Imagined Conversations: Dakota Jones’s 2013 UROC 100k Race Report

Dakota Jones’s race report from the 2013 Ultra Race of Champions (UROC) 100k.

Stephanie Howe Post-2013 UROC 100k Interview

An interview with Stephanie Howe after the 2013 Ultra Race of Champions (UROC) 100k.

Dakota Jones Post-2013 UROC 100k Interview

An interview with Dakota Jones after the 2013 Ultra Race of Champions (UROC) 100k.

Cameron Clayton Post-2013 UROC 100k Interview

An interview with Cameron Clayton after the 2013 Ultra Race of Champions (UROC) 100k.

Emelie Forsberg, 2013 UROC 100k Champion, Interview

A video interview with Emelie Forsberg after her win at the 2013 Ultra Race of Champions (UROC) 100k.

Rob Krar, 2013 UROC 100k Champion, Interview

A video interview with Rob Krar after his win at the 2013 Ultra Race of Champions (UROC) 100k.

2013 UROC 100k Results

Results of the 2013 Ultra Race of Champions (UROC) 100k.

2013 UROC 100k Group Think Predictions

The wisdom of the masses predict the 2013 UROC 100k winners and top finishers.

Kerrie Bruxvoort Pre-2013 UROC 100k Interview

A video interview with Kerrie Bruxvoort before the 2013 Ultra Race of Champions (UROC) 100k.

Rob Krar Pre-2013 UROC 100k Interview

A video interview with Rob Krar before the 2013 Ultra Race of Champions (UROC) 100k.

Dakota Jones Pre-2013 UROC 100k Interview

A video interview with Dakota Jones before the 2013 Ultra Race of Champions (UROC) 100k.

Kilian Jornet Pre-2013 UROC 100k Interview

A video interview with Kilian Jornet before the 2013 Ultra Race of Champions (UROC) 100k.

Rickey Gates Pre-2013 UROC 100k Interview

A video interview with Rickey Gates before the 2013 Ultra Race of Champions (UROC) 100k.

Emelie Forsberg Pre-2013 UROC 100k Interview

A video interview with Emelie Forsberg before the 2013 Ultra Race of Champions (UROC) 100k.

Are You Injured All The Time?

How do you deal with your running injuries?

Matt Flaherty Pre-2013 UROC 100k Interview

A video interview with Matt Flaherty before the 2013 Ultra Race of Champions (UROC) 100k.

Cameron Clayton Pre-2013 UROC 100k Interview

A video interview with Cameron Clayton before the 2013 Ultra Race of Champions (UROC) 100k.

2013 UROC 100k Live Coverage

Live coverage of the 2013 UROC 100k.

Sage Canaday Pre-2013 UROC 100k Interview

An interview with Sage Canaday before the 2013 Ultra Race of Champions (UROC) 100k.

Seeing Things from the Other Side

The journey from not knowing what a pacer is to being one and what can be learned along the way.

2013 UROC 100k Prediction Contest

iRunFar’s 2012 UROC 100k prediction contest with prizes from Ultimate Direction.

The Fight: Nickademus Hollon’s Tor des Géants Report

Nick Hollon’s race report from his seventh-place finish at the 2013 Tor des Géants.

A Different Kind of Race

Finding a meaningful substitute for running and meaning in one’s running.

The Thrill Of The Chase: Catching Up With Tina Lewis

An in-depth interview with ultrarunner Tina Lewis.

2013 UROC 100k Men’s Preview

A preview of the men’s field at the 2013 Ultra Race of Champions (UROC) 100k.

2013 UROC 100k Women’s Preview

A preview of the women’s field at the 2013 Ultra Race of Champions (UROC) 100k.

Jason Schlarb 2013 Run Rabbit Run 100 Race Report

Jason Schlarb’s race report for his win at the 2013 Run Rabbit Run 100.

Running as Reflection

Finding relief in the daily run.

Opedix CORE-Tec Short Review

A review of Opedix CORE-Tec Short.

A Long Night With Bryon Powell

Dakota Jones’s insight into iRunFar after a long night with Bryon Powell.

Brian Donnelly and his FKT on the Oregon section of the PCT

Brian Donnelly’s FKT of the Pacific Crest Trail (PCT) through Oregon.

Doing What She Most Wants To Do: Heather Anderson’s Pacific Crest Trail FKT

Heather “Anish” Anderson’s FKT on the Pacific Crest Trail (PCT).

Jason Schlarb, 2013 Run Rabbit Run 100 Champion, Interview

A video interview with Jason Schlarb following her win at the 2013 Run Rabbit Run 100.

Michele Yates, 2013 Run Rabbit Run 100 Champion, Interview

A video interview with Michele Yates following her win at the 2013 Run Rabbit Run 100.

2013 Run Rabbit Run 100 (Hare Race) Results

Results of the 2013 Run Rabbit Run 100 Hare Race.

Karl Meltzer Pre-2013 Run Rabbit Run 100 Interview

An interview with Karl Meltzer before the 2013 Run Rabbit Run 100.

Darcy Africa Pre-2013 Run Rabbit Run 100 Interview

An interview with Darcy Africa before the 2013 Run Rabbit Run 100.

Dave Mackey Pre-2013 Run Rabbit Run 100 Interview

An interview with Dave Mackey before the 2013 Run Rabbit Run 100.

Longevity and Ultrarunning Careers

A look at Bill Finkbeiner and longevity in running careers.

Jeff Browning Pre-2013 Run Rabbit Run 100 Interview

An interview with Jeff Browning before the 2013 Run Rabbit Run 100.

Pam Smith & Nikki Kimball Pre-2013 Run Rabbit Run 100 Interview

An interview with Pam Smith and Nikki Kimball before the 2013 Run Rabbit Run 100.

2013 Run Rabbit Run 100 Live Coverage

Live coverage of the 2013 Run Rabbit Run 100.

Manpris Shootout!

A look at 3/4-length running tights for men (i.e., manpris).

2013 Run Rabbit Run 100 Preview

A preview of the 2013 Run Rabbit Run 100.

The New Global Picture

A look at the evolving global ultrarunning community.

Overtraining Syndrome, Part One: An Overview

A look at overtraining syndrome and its cause.

Kilian Jornet’s Matterhorn FKT Interview

An interview with Kilian Jornet about his record-setting ascent-and-descent of the Matterhorn.

Matterhorn of the Gods

Drawing inspiration from Kilian Jornet’s FKT on the Matterhorn and other amazing feats.

From Unconquered to Ultraks: A Brief History of the Matterhorn

A look at the history of running and adventuring on the Matterhorn.

Ian Sharman’s 2013 Grand Slam of Ultrarunning Report

Ian Sharman reports on his summer spent setting a new record for the Grand Slam of Ultrarunning.

Adam Campbell: A Life in Motion

An in-depth interview with Adam Campbell.

Nick Clark and Ian Sharman Post-2013 Wasatch 100 Interview

A video interview with Nick Clark and Ian Sharman after their first- and second-place finishes at the 2013 Wasatch 100.

The Beauty and Elegance of Cross Country

A look at the beauty and elegance of running cross country.

Governing Bodies

A discussion of the role of governing bodies in ultrarunning.

Timothy Olson Post-2013 TNF UTMB Interview

A video interview with Timothy Olson after the 2013 The North Face Ultra-Trail du Mont-Blanc (UTMB).

Mike Foote Post-2013 TNF UTMB Interview

A video interview with Mike Foote after the 2013 The North Face Ultra-Trail du Mont-Blanc (UTMB).