Running through grief: How DeShawna Joe honored her daughter with the Grand Slam of 200s
Navajo ultra runner DeShawna Joe thinks about the worst day of her life every time she wants to quit a race. In 2025, that mindset carried her through the Grand Slam of 200s —four races of more than 200 miles each, totaling over 800 miles of mountain trails.
12 ultra running storylines to watch in 2026: Western States, Hardrock and Barkley predictions
From Western States course records to the Hardrock women's showdown and Barkley predictions, here are 12 ultra running storylines defining 2026.
Top 25 Most Inspirational Men Ultra Runners of 2025
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.
Top 25 Most Inspirational Women Ultra Runners of 2025
Celebrating 25 inspirational women ultra runners of 2025, from champions to comeback stories. Featuring Courtney Dauwalter, Katie Schide, Tara Dower and more.
Building a trail running legacy: Benjamin Mazur's journey from runner to race director
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.
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.
A runner's complete guide to finding your next marathon, half marathon, ultra, 5K or other race
Discover the best websites for finding your next marathon, half marathon, ultra, 5K, and trail races. Complete guide with reviews and links to top race registration platforms.
From crisis to community: Race director builds legacy for late sister
Jeremy Nicolosi, race director of Beast Trail Racing, shares how trail running transformed his mental wellness and how he honors his late sister through community building.
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.
