

Team Run Run founder Matt Urbanski on finding flow
Team Run Run founder Matt Urbanski on finding flow, leading USA at World Championships, building a running community and more.


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.


Dinosaur Valley 100K race recap: A rockin’ good time
The Dinosaur Valley, put on by The Active Joe in Texas, offers distances from 25K to 100 miles. The start-finish area was a vibrant mix of music, amazing volunteers and well-organized crew areas.


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.


The mastermind of unique trail races in Texas
Briston Rains gives back to trail and ultra runners by creating unique trail races in Texas with his Texas Outlaw Running Company.


Heat training for ultra runners: A science-based guide
Heat training for ultra runners can be an effective way to improve performance as long as it is done safely. Some heat training methods include using a sauna, taking a hot bath and training in heated rooms.


What is the impact of 100-mile training on health?
The impact of 100-mile training on health is best analyzed through comparative tests like I did with InsideTracker. The before and after comparative results showed some positive gains.


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.


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.









































