

Tessa Chesser rides balance to Western States
Tessa Chesser is a free spirit, balls-to-the-wall, former soccer player who found balance and is excelling as a trail and ultra runner.


Ultra champion’s journey to overcome assault
Michelle Magagna is still recovering from an attempted sexual assault. Therapy and running have helped and she's now back to winning ultras.


Katie Asmuth balances motherhood, ultra running and nursing all with a huge smile
Ultra runner Katie Asmuth finds joy in everything she does as a mother, wife, nurse and athlete who finished fifth at Western States in 2021


5 things we learned at 2021 Western States
Jim Walmsley and Beth Pascall won the 2021 Western States. Here's what else we learned at the historic 100-mile race.


10 questions for the 2021 Western States race
What to expect and who will win or podium at Western States Endurance Run returns in 2021. 10 questions to ponder during the June 26 race.


Dreaming big for 5 epic challenges
Hennepin Hundred is my Western States qualifier this fall. If my two tickets are not enough to have my name drawn, I've got other epic plans


11 takeaways from Dean Karnazes' book 'A Runner's High'
Dean Karnazes' new book, “A Runner’s High” is just as inspiring as his first, Ultramarathon Man. It's a must-read for ultra runners.


The high highs and low lows for Eric Senseman
Eric Senseman is going back to Western States with other Coconino Cowboys. It's been a few years of ups and downs for the elite ultra runner









































