Ultra runner

"You're running a 50K? HOW MANY DAYS IS THAT GOING TO TAKE YOU?" The question, posed by a gym member as we were wrapping up a group fitness class, was innocent enough. "What are your plans for this weekend?" Forgetting where I was, I quickly and casually mentioned "racing a 50K"

How to condition your body and mind to step up the distance

When not on the trail yourself, what better way to spend your R&R time than reading about other great athletes on the trail! In no particular order, the following list is broken into two sections: inspiring ultra-running stories and guide books about ultra-running. There is something on this list for everyone! These ultra-running authors will

A look at the diet of Dean Karnazes, who once ran 50 marathons in 50 days and adheres to a mostly Paleo food intake.

12 Realities of Running 100 Miles (A Reminder to Myself)

Pizza. Beards. Testing the limits of your Bodyglide. New friends with really high step counts. Need a reason to run a 50K? I've got 31 one of them.

Here’s what to know before you sign up.

"I only run when I'm being chased by something!" What sort of crazy things have people said to you when they find out you willingly run really long distances...for fun? Here are 10 Weird Things People Say to Ultra Runners. #Ultramarathon #TrailRunning #Ultra #Run

These days, it seems, a lot of people want to run for a really long time. If you’re one of them, you’ll want to listen up to Patagonia-sponsored athlete and all-around badass Jenn Shelton, who graciously agreed to share some of her ultrarunning wisdom.

Courtney Dauwalter has been called one of the greatest ultramarathon runners on the planet. Here, we go inside her mind duirng a recent long-distance victory.