Ultra champion's unforgettable world tour
When looking at YiOu Wang’s 2017 ultra season, it’s obvious why she was ranked as the number seven female ultra runner of the year. Wang...
The how-to book for trail running
Experienced trail runners know what Sarah Lavender Smith means when she writes, “All the way up to the summit and back down.” Those new...
Camille Herron: A lifelong love of running
(Comrades Marathon finish line / Jetline Action photos) When Camille Herron first hit the track as a middle-schooler, it was love at...
Majestic mountains, enduring friendships
It did not take Sean Andrish long to realize the trails were calling for him. His running journey started out like many others — he ran...
What elite runners want race directors to know
As the most recent running revolution has blossomed, so too have the number — and types — of races. The standards still beckon runners —...
Which compression tights are the best?
Several years ago on the day before one of my fall marathons, the forecast drastically changed. I don’t recall the exact specifics...
How to train in the cold for a warm race
Right now, much of the northeast United States is in the icy grips of winter. During my run two days ago in Ohio, the real feel...
Top 8 podcasts for runners
With an average of four weekly training runs and a daily two-hour commute to work, I have ample time to listen to podcasts. Right now, I...
A small race with big heart in a festive town
When a work commitment takes you out of state, what do you do? For me, it means looking to see what race options are available....
Hot Chocolate 15K: A real treat in St. Louis
Run all the miles. Eat all the chocolate. That was the plan at the Hot Chocolate 15K in St. Louis on Dec. 10, my first foray into the...
