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I'm an ultrarunner. If you want to run farther and last longer, you need a strong core. Try these core strengthening exercises for runners 2-3 days a week.
Read moreSocial media for runners consists of many different things. Here are 5 fun ways you can use social media to support your efforts and goals as an ultrarunner
Read moreAn extreme ultrarunner transcends ordinary physical & mental limits and achieves extraordinary feats of toughness and endurance. Is this you?
Read moreWhile reading a book on Zen, I thought of several ways that Zen relates to ultra-distance running. Here's my take on Zen running.
Read moreWhat's the difference between a runner and an ultra runner? Mental toughness. Here are 3 ways to build your mental toughness in sports -- including running.
Read moreTaking time off does NOT mean doing nothing. Here's a fact: Careless ultramarathon training is hazardous to your health. Here's how to train in the off season.
Read moreUltra running shoes tend to fall into 2 categories: minimalist or maximalist. Here are some things to think about before choosing the best shoes for you.
Read moreI like to walk. But these 5K training tips helped me improve my pace and physical endurance. They'll help you too, if you're preparing for your first 5K!
Read moreIf you run a lot, especially over long distances, then you're likely to experience running injuries at some point. Prevent overuse injuries with these tips from an experienced ultra runner.
Read moreThe low carb high fat diet (or ketogenic diet) is growing in popularity in the ultra-running community. Here's what you need to know before you get started.
Read moreThe fruitarian diet plan is usually a natural progression -- from omnivore to vegetarian, vegan, raw foods, and finally fruitarian.
Read moreBeyond the marathon distance, 50k and 50-mile running events are where most people with ultramarathon aspirations begin. All ultramarathon training programs involve incrementally increasing the ...
Read moreYes you can be an endurance athlete AND be vegan! Here are 7 simple ways for vegan athletes to get protein and other important nutrients in your diet.
Read moreUltramarathon training is the next natural step after you've done a marathon or two. You can train and run an ultramarathon in 16 weeks. Here's how!
Read moreReady to ditch the running shoes for a better option? Here are the 3 best minimalist running shoes that give you the barefoot running experience while protecting your soles.
Read moreWhen you go running, do you take a full music playlist with you? Facts about running music and the degree to which it helps (or hurts) running performance.
Read moreRunning shoes with toes or barefoot shoes make sense for runners. But minimalist running shoes are best when you're making the transition to natural running.
Read morePreparing for your first mud run? These tips from experienced mud runners will be super helpful! Who knows what you can expect better than someone who's actually participated in a mud run ...or 2 or 3 or 4? Here are some little-known secrets that will help you prepare -- and have more fun -- at your very first mud run.
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