RUNSPIRITED

From Western States course records to the Hardrock women's showdown and Barkley predictions, here are 12 ultra running storylines defining 2026.

Celebrating the 25 most inspirational men ultra runners of 2025, from Jim Walmsley's world championship to Kilian Jornet's States of Elevation to Ludovic Pommeret's impressive Hardrock repeat.

Celebrating 25 inspirational women ultra runners of 2025, from champions to comeback stories. Featuring Courtney Dauwalter, Katie Schide, Tara Dower and more.

Meet Benjamin Mazur, founder of Allegheny Trailrunners and RD of Eastern States 100, Ironstone 100K, and more Pennsylvania trail races. From grassroots beginnings to a trail running legacy, Benjamin Mazur shares race directing wisdom, mindfulness practices, and his vision for trail running.

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

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.

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 inspirational ultra runners? RunSpirited will unveil its eighth annual list of the most inspirational ultra runners of the year in December.

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 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.