

Finding Billy Barnett: What happened to Born to Run’s Billy the Kid after the famous book
What happened to ‘Born to Run’s Billy the Kid? Exclusive interview with Billy Barnett as he recounts life after the trail and ultra running book. From Hawaii to Virginia, the ultra running legend opens up about his life, running, family and more.


From crisis to community: Race director builds legacy for late sister
Jeremy Nicolosi, race director of Beast Trail Racing, shares how trail running transformed his mental wellness and how he honors his late sister through community building.


Who are the most inspiring ultra runners of the year?
Who are the most inspirational ultra runners? RunSpirited will unveil its eighth annual list of the most inspirational ultra runners of the year in December.


How to build a thriving trail running community
Karen Henderson shares her journey from running beginner at 58 to ultra coach and race director, plus how to build a thriving trail running community.


11 takeaways from the 2025 UTMB race
Highlights from the 2025 UTMB include Tom Evans' victory after back to back DNFs, Ruth Croft completing a unique Triple Crown, Jim Walmlsey's late surge to win OCC and more.


Race director strives to bring ultra running community alive
After the New River Trail 50K was canceled in 2020 due to COVID, Melissa Londry took it upon herself to continue the race as a way to unite the ultra running community in Southwest Virginia.


Ten questions from the 2025 Western States race
The 2025 Western States race was an epic showdown, with first-time winners on both the men's and women's sides. There were many story lines before the big day, and now there are many more. Here are some questions in the aftermath of the race.


AJW’s crystal ball for the 2025 Western States
The 2025 Western States boasts a highly competitive men's field and strong women runners battling for the top spots. Here's a look at the top competitors, story lines to watch and more in a Q&A with race expert Andy Jones-Wilkins.


Rod Farvard’s Western States quest
Rod Farvard is on a Western States quest this year as he returns to Western States, following his breakout performance in 2024 when he finished second overall with the third-fastest time ever at the historic race.


Heather Jackson: from elite triathlete to ultra running champion
Heather Jackson, a HOKA-sponsored athlete, made a successful transition from elite triathlon to ultra running champion.









































