100-mile record-setter not slowing down
Since he frequently trains in New York’s Catskill Mountains, it’s fitting that Jim Sweeney’s running career has its share of ups and...
Karl Meltzer reflects on changes in ultra running
Karl Meltzer recently built a rock wall at his home. He’s not an engineer or craftsman by trade but his approach to building the wall...
Mike Wardian: ‘The hardest thing I’ve ever done’
When faced with a three-day holiday weekend with nothing to do, most full-time workers would kick back, do a barbecue and maybe catch up...
He defines 'selfless,' excels as ultra runner
Justin Grunewald works 80 hours a week as a hospitalist, prioritizes his wife’s running career and cancer battle, and somehow finds time...
A successful first 100-miler
Chad Bruce raced from age 10 to 27 but not on the typical track, roads or trails. In 1997, Bruce suffered a serious injury while...
From Steeplechases to 100-mile races
Addie Bracy doesn’t remember a time when she wasn’t a runner. “My dad was really into running,” says Bracy, who finished second in this...
A runner’s survival: ‘Not today, mother f-----'
Kelly Herron had zero hobbies and no passion. “I just went out with my friends on the weekend,” she recalls. “I didn't really do...
Mocko shows grit, eyes redemption at Western
Chris Mocko has no regrets in going for it. Following a successful string of races highlighted by a top 10 finish at the 2016 Western...
Ultra champion discovers, overcomes Celiac Disease
Gabe Joyes says he’s been an athlete all his life. But it wasn’t until six years ago when he learned about a disease he’s had since...
Yes, you Kahn be a runner
Melissa Kahn hung up on her friend who had just challenged her to run a half marathon. “I had recently lost 110 pounds and thought my...
