

Active Joe race director emphasizes community, inclusivity, charity
Active Joe race director Libby Jones emphasizes community, inclusivity and charity in her races that include the Dinosaur Endurance Run, a Western States qualifier.


The power of the trail and ultra running community
The trail and ultra running community is welcoming, passes knowledge down from experienced to new runners and is incredibly supportive.


Canyons 50K race review: hills and gratitude for days
The Canyons-UTMB 50K is part of the race weekend that also offers 100-miler, 100K and 25K options. The 50K course has roughly 5,000 feet of elevation gain on a mix of smooth California dreamin’ single track, along with some rocky sections and several miles on roads between the start-finish area and the trails.


Review: The Hoka Mafate X trail running shoe
The Hoka Mafate X trail running shoe has a forked carbon fiber plate, higher bed of cushioning, and a very responsive feel.


Elite ultra runners preview Canyons-UTMB race, nutrition and more
Elite ultra runners Rod Farvard and Lotti Brinks preview the Canyons-UTMB race, new Hoka Mafate X trail shoes, impact of carbs on performance and more.


Lessons from a race director: empowering and learning from others
Amy Rusiecki, the race director for the Vermont 100 and several other ultras, learns from other RDs and also gives back by providing ideas to others.


From a near-death experience to race director
Stephanie Turner created the Hare Mountain 100 to give back to the ultra community after she survived a near-fatal mountain bike crash.


How does 100-mile training affect the body?
InsideTracker is critical in helping runners and other athletes understand how their training, nutrition and recovery affect their health.


A commitment to the ultra running community, adventures and conservation
Brandon Thrower, race director of Tanawha Adventures, places an emphasis on the ultra running community and commitment to conservation.


10 things to know about your first ultra marathon
There is a lot to know for first-time ultra marathon runners. This guide provides an overview on nutrition, hydration, training and more.