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Take Care of Yourself

Zach Miller’s thoughts on the need to take care of ourselves and others during busy periods.

Best Heart Rate Monitors for Running of 2023

Having a heart rate monitor while running can help you reach your fitness goals by collecting data and making it easier to pace your runs.

Short Film with Hillary Gerardi Showcases the Spectacular Trofeo Kima Race

A look at a new short film following Hillary Gerardi’s relationship with the Trofeo Kima race in Italy.

Taking Humanity Seriously in Sports

Reflections on humanity in running.

Best Running Headphones of 2023

Our team tested dozens of headphones in many different categories in order to find the best options for running.

Best Running Insoles of 2023

Nearly every runner could benefit from insoles, and we narrow down the best options on the market for a variety of feet and running gaits.

Merrell MTL Skyfire 2 Review

An in-depth review of the Merrell MTL Skyfire 2.

Best Foot Massagers of 2023

With countless foot massager options to choose from, we break down the best available in each category to help you choose the right one.

This Week In Running: August 14, 2023

This Week in Running’s trail and ultra recap for August 14, 2023.

2023 Arc’teryx Running Apparel Review

An in-depth review of four items of 2023 Arc’teryx running apparel.

When the Race Flame Dims

Ideas for enjoying our sport and the outdoors when you aren’t inspired to race.

Consideration and Consequence

Hannah Green brings us along to a place of consideration — and consequence — in the wild.

Brooks Cascadia 17 Review

An in-depth review of the Brooks Cascadia 17.

Best Massage Guns of 2023

A good massage gun can provide percussive massage and may help speed recovery and reduce soreness after a run.

Observing Joy: A Runner’s View of the 2023 Hardrock 100 Course

A look at the 2023 Hardrock 100 through the lens of runner Bryon Powell.

Best Foam Rollers of 2023

Foam rollers are a great recovery tool, and we bring you the best in various categories to help you keep your muscles loose and healthy.

Engineering Running Happiness: The Science-Backed Mindset of Performance Happiness and Success

Joe Uhan discusses the equation for happiness in relation to running.

Best Compression Socks of 2023

The best compression socks can not only help improve your post-run recovery, but they may help with running performance as well.

Best Water Bottles for Running in 2023

There are countless options for water bottles for running and we make it easy to find the best one for your needs.

This Week In Running: August 7, 2023

This Week in Running’s trail and ultra recap for August 7, 2023.

Race Director Chronicles: The One and Only Dave Walker

An interview with Dave Walker, race director of the Worlds End Ultramarathon.

Best Road Running Shoes of 2023

We tested some of the best road running shoes to find the best ones for anything from tempo and interval workouts to a daily runner.

Saucony Peregrine 13 Review

An in-depth review of the Saucony Peregrine 13.

Verna Volker and Native Women Running

A profile of Verna Volker, the founder of Native Women Running, a group celebrating Indigenous women in running.

Best Trail Running Shoes of 2023

iRunFar’s experts share their best trail running shoe selections from the more than 200 available trail shoe models, with picks from Altra, Brooks, Hoka, La Sportiva, Nike, Salomon, Saucony, and Topo.

Best Running Shoes of 2023

We round up the best running shoes for a variety of situations, from road to trail to mud to help you choose the best shoe for your needs.

Tom Evans and Emily Hawgood at the 2022 UTMB: New Film by Adidas Terrex Builds Excitement for UTMB

Short film offering a behind the scenes look at two adidas Terrex athletes racing the 2022 UTMB.

No Shortcuts: The Importance of the Long Run

A guide to the importance and execution of the long run in endurance running.

This Week In Running: July 31, 2023

This Week in Running’s trail and ultra recap for July 31, 2023.

‘Switchback at The Running Event’ Returns to Advance the Running, Outdoor Industries

When it comes to growth and idea-sharing in the running and outdoor industries, Switchback at The Running Event might just be the place to go.

Vert.Run: An Online Community of Trail Seekers

A profile of the online coaching app and running community, Vert.run.

The Increasing Competitiveness of Women’s Ultrarunning

A statistical analysis of the increasing competitiveness of women’s ultrarunning, using the 2023 Western States 100 as a case study.

Dynafit Sky Pro and Dynafit Trail Evo Sunglasses Review

An in-depth review of the Dynafit Sky Pro and Dynafit Trail Evo Sunglasses.

This Week In Running: July 24, 2023

This Week In Running’s trail and ultra recap for July 24, 2023.

(Un)familiar

Zach Miller writes about the draw of familiar places after a period of extensive travel.

A Long Month

Hannah Green writes about her latest adventure on Denali in the Alaska Range.

Hoka Tecton X 2 Review

An in-depth review of the Hoka Tecton X 2.

Running and Citizenship

Reflections on the relationship between running and good citizenship.

Joe’s Pigeon Exercise for Hip Extension

A simple, effective exercise to promote strong, stable hips.

David Hedges Resets Men’s Supported Fastest Known Time on the Nolan’s 14 in Colorado

Insights from David Hedges on his record setting run on the Nolan’s 14 route in Colorado in 2023.

Javi Dominguez Post-2023 Hardrock 100 Interview

A video interview (with transcript) with Javi Dominguez after his third-place finish at the 2023 Hardrock 100.

Annie Hughes Post-2023 Hardrock 100 Interview

A video interview (with transcript) with Annie Hughes after her third-place finish at the 2023 Hardrock 100.

Beñat Marmissolle Post-2023 Hardrock 100 Interview

A video interview (with transcript) with Beñat Marmissolle after his second-place finish at the 2023 Hardrock 100.

Anne-Lise Rousset Séguret Post-2023 Hardrock 100 Interview

A video interview (with transcript) with Anne-Lise Rousset Séguret after her second-place finish at the 2023 Hardrock 100.

This Week In Running: July 17, 2023

This Week In Running’s trail and ultra recap for July 17, 2023.

Aurélien Dunand-Pallaz, 2023 Hardrock 100 Champion, Interview

A video interview (with transcript) with Aurélien Dunand-Pallaz after his win at the 2023 Hardrock 100.

Courtney Dauwalter, 2023 Hardrock 100 Champion, Interview

A video interview (with transcript) with Courtney Dauwalter after her win at the 2023 Hardrock 100.

2023 Hardrock 100 Results: Dauwalter Nails Double and French Dominate

Results of the 2023 Hardrock 100, won by Aurélien Dunand-Pallaz and Courtney Dauwalter.

2023 Vermont 100 Mile: Canceled Due to Flooding

Flood damage and severe safety concerns forced the cancellation of the 2023 Vermont 100 Mile.

2023 Hardrock 100 Live Coverage

Live coverage of the 2023 Hardrock 100.

Beñat Marmissolle Pre-2023 Hardrock 100 Interview

A video interview (with transcript) with Beñat Marmissolle before the 2023 Hardrock 100.

Courtney Dauwalter Pre-2023 Hardrock 100 Interview

A video interview (with transcript) with Courtney Dauwalter before the 2023 Hardrock 100.

A Look Ahead to Running Hardrock

Bryon Powell shares his thoughts ahead of running this year’s Hardrock 100.

Annie Hughes Pre-2023 Hardrock 100 Interview

A video interview (with transcript) with Annie Hughes before the 2023 Hardrock 100.

Avery Collins Pre-2023 Hardrock 100 Interview

A video interview (with transcript) with Avery Collins before the 2023 Hardrock 100.

Claire Bannwarth Pre-2023 Hardrock 100 Interview

A video interview (with transcript) with Claire Bannwarth before the 2023 Hardrock 100.

Kimino Miyazaki Pre-2023 Hardrock 100 Interview

A video interview (with transcript) with Kimino Miyazaki before the 2023 Hardrock 100.

Aurélien Dunand-Pallaz Pre-2023 Hardrock 100 Interview

A video interview (with transcript) with Aurélien Dunand-Pallaz before the 2023 Hardrock 100.

Dylan Bowman Pre-2023 Hardrock 100 Interview

A video interview (with transcript) with Dylan Bowman before the 2023 Hardrock 100.

This Week In Running: July 10, 2023

This Week In Running’s trail and ultra recap for July 10, 2023.

The Calm Before the Storm at the 2023 Hardrock 100

The atmosphere in Silverton, Colorado, is warming up for the 2023 Hardrock 100.

La Sportiva Jackal II: Trail Runners and Designers Weigh In

We talked with a La Sportiva designer and three of the brand’s athlete testers to see what’s new — and what’s stayed the same — in the La Sportiva Jackal II.

Former Navajo Nation President Jonathan Nez Finds Health in Trail Running

A profile of former Navajo Nation President and ultrarunner Jonathan Nez.