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ASICS Is Chasing the Runner's High to Win Trail Running
ASICS is repositioning trail running around the runner's high in 2026. Here's what the science actually says and why it should change how you train.
Ultra X Slovenia 2026: 38 Nations on the Start Line
Ultra X I Feel Slovenia returns September 5–6, 2026, drawing runners from 38 countries across two days of technical alpine terrain.
60+ Free Group Runs to Kick Off Your Fall Season
RUN AUSTIN's free 60+ group run week shows why community kickoff events are the smartest way to launch your fall training block, wherever you live.
Fall 2026 Race Season: Build Your Plan Right Now
A practical 6-to-10-week framework to shift from summer base training into fall race-specific work, using sprint physiology research and locked-in recovery planning.
ASICS AGIT8: Built to Grip the Toughest Trails
ASICS launches the AGIT8 trail shoe with multi-directional lugs and tuned midsole tech, timed perfectly for fall trail race season.
3 Minutes of Sprinting Reshapes Your Bloodstream
A new study shows just three minutes of sprinting triggers major molecular changes in the blood, giving time-crunched runners a science-backed case for adding intensity.
UTMB Week 2026: Withdrawals, Heli-Evacs and Live Drama
Ruth Croft's withdrawal and Jeff Browning's helicopter evacuation from TDS defined UTMB Week 2026's most urgent storylines, revealing what mountain ultra racing really demands.
Ultra Race Safety: What UTMB Week Teaches Every Runner
UTMB Week 2026 exposed the real risks every trail runner faces. Here's what elite incidents teach you about safety, limits, and the DNF decision.
Songkhla Marathon 2026: Dichim and Birehan Take the Win
Thanathip Dichim and Marta Tinsae Birehan won the 2026 Songkhla Marathon, underscoring Southeast Asia's rise as a serious global marathon destination.
NYC Marathon 2026: Obiri vs Hassan Is the Race to Watch
Hellen Obiri returns to defend her NYC Marathon titles against Olympic champion Sifan Hassan, making the 2026 women's race the standout matchup of the fall season.
Fall 2026 Marathon Season: The Races Every Runner Should Know
The fall 2026 marathon season features a historic NYC women's field, fast times in Berlin, and a booming global race calendar. Here's how to plan your season.
Leadville 100 Reroutes Its Course Due to Wildfire
The Leadville 100 is rerouting its course for the first time ever due to the active Willow Fire. Here's what registered runners need to know now.
Old Dominion 100: 250 Runners Take On 100 Miles Through Virginia's Shenandoah Valley
The Old Dominion 100 kicked off at 4 AM today in Woodstock, Virginia. 250 runners have 28 hours to cover 100 miles through the Shenandoah Valley — one of America's oldest ultras, founded in 1979.
Running in Summer Heat: How to Adjust Your Pace and Avoid Classic Mistakes
Running in summer heat: pace adjustment formula, correct hydration strategy, and why morning beats evening for summer running. The physiology-based guide.
Cape Town Marathon 2026: Mohamed Esa Runs 2:04:55 — Fastest Marathon Ever on African Soil
Ethiopian Mohamed Esa ran 2:04:55 at the Cape Town Marathon — the fastest marathon ever run on African soil, shattering the course record by 3 minutes and 21 seconds.
Heat Incidents at Races Are Rising: What Every Runner Must Know
Heat incidents at summer races are rising. Here's what every runner needs to know about recognizing heat illness and racing safely in the heat.
Summer Base to Fall Marathon: Make the Switch Now
Most runners finish summer with aerobic fitness but no race-specific work. This 8-week transition plan bridges the gap without injury or burnout.
Saguenay Marathon Sets a New Participation Record
The Marathon partage du Saguenay broke its participation record in 2026, reflecting a broader boom in local and regional races driven by affordability, atmosphere, and accessibility.
The Endurance Series Format Taking Trail Running Local
Grassroots endurance series like The Next Loop are making trail running accessible at local parks, with low entry costs, multiple distances, and strong community appeal.
Ultra and Trail Running: This Weekend's Biggest Results
Your full recap of the biggest ultra and trail race results from the August 23 weekend, from course records to community moments mainstream media missed.
How to Actually Recover Between Hard Running Sessions
Recovery is where running adaptation actually happens. Here's a simple, evidence-based framework covering sleep, protein, heat, and easy runs.
4 Steps to Get Race-Ready This Fall Season
Summer base-building is over. Here's the exact four-week framework to shift from volume to race-specific sharpening before your fall goal race.
Ultra Running: What's on This Weekend, August 22
A full preview of the biggest ultra and trail races happening August 22, 2026, including Lavaredo, Cascade Crest, and key UTMB qualifiers worldwide.
Berlin Marathon: Inside an Elite's 180km Training Weeks
French marathon runner Manon Trapp's Berlin Marathon prep, featuring 180km-plus weeks and altitude camps, reveals elite training principles any ambitious runner can adapt.