Ultra runner overcomes lifelong anxiety issues, eating disorders
Frayah Wasmund has battled depression and anxiety since she was a young child. Wasmund’s self-worth was non-existent. She had no coping...
Ian Sharman's recipe for consistency
(Ian Sharman with his Western States buckles, as of the 2018 race. Photo credit: Amy Sharman) To put Ian Sharman’s nine consecutive top...
Family, faith and running: the life of Mario Mendoza
Some of Mario Mendoza’s earliest memories of his father relate to their mutual love of soccer. At the time, Mendoza excelled at soccer...
Top 10 podcasts for runners (updated)
I have been an avid listener of podcasts for quite a while now. I subscribe to about 25 different ones, which I listen to during my runs,...
Ten years after AJW’s ‘most stressful experience’ at Western States
For Andy Jones-Wilkins, the Western States Endurance Run is full of fond memories. Amid his string of 10 consecutive top 10 finishes, the...
From the depths of an alcoholic to the highs of Western States
Ryan Norton hit his lowest point July 24, 2011. That Sunday morning he woke up still drunk from the night before, which was not unusual....
Camille Herron’s ‘second chance’ at life and running
(Camille Herron, followed by Courtney Dauwalter, competes in the 2018 Desert Solstice, where she set multiple records. Photo by Chris...
The running life of ultra champion Jeff Ball
Jeff Ball is living, breathing and enjoying a life dedicated to running. His day job focuses on working with The North Face Endurance...
Not waiting around for Western States
Lindsey Rust was hoping the third time — or year — was the charm for getting into Western States. Every year, she monitors the drawing on...
A love of family, running and trails
Even though racing is in Bethany Patterson’s DNA, she didn’t discover her passion for the sport until college. That’s when she did her...
