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An Ultrarunner Shares How To Prevent Blisters When Running Long Distances

I used to get blisters on my feet after 24+ hour ultramarathons. Then I learned this secret to prevent blisters when running: wrapped feet! No more blisters.

I Ran 134 Miles And Lived To Tell About It – My Story Running A Race For The Ages

I successfully endured (and finished) this horrible, transformational, very bad, epic race! See what it’s like running A Race For The Ages in Manchester TN.

Running Gear & Accessories: 5 Items Under $30 To Make Your Running Better

Running can be expensive. Shoes, registration fees, headlamps, tents, fuel & hydration items, running gear & apparel – it all adds up! Here are 5 great buys

Planning A 100-Mile Race? What I Learned From My 100-Mile Holston River Endurance Challenge

I ran 100 miles in the Holston River Endurance Challenge. This 100 mile race was difficult, eye-opening, life-changing. See what I learned + My 5 best tips.

Trail Running Gear: How To Choose Tent For Your Personal Staging Area At Timed Ultramarathons

For timed ultramarathons you’ll need a tent as a personal staging area during the race. Here’s how to pick a tent for your trail running gear & support crew.

How To Achieve The Runner’s High (Or Not)

You’ve heard of the runners high, but have you experienced it yourself? Is it a fact or just an urban myth? Here’s what I’ve learned about the runner’s high

Want To Do A 24-Hour Run? Here’s What I Learned At Rockwood… My 24-Hour Trail Ultramarathon

The 24-hour run has become popular, so I’ve decided to share my best tips and recommendations based on my own experience running 24-hour ultramarathons.

Yes, It’s Ultrarunning But You Really Should Be Walking Some. Here’s Why You Need A Run-Walk Strategy

As an ultrarunner, once you get past the marathon and 50-mile distance, you need to add walking in your race strategy. Here’s how to run-walk effectively.

Running Is My Religion. Why Do You Run?

I started running many years ago, and never stopped. Running is my religion. Why do you run? What are your reasons? Here’s why I run.

Fastpacking Is A Cross Between Backpacking And Trail Running – Here’s How To Do It & Why You Should

On the one hand, every ultraruuner’s path is different. On the other hand, I have also seen a common progression that goes something like this: A runner trains and runs a half-marathon. They get a taste of long-distance running and seek the holy grail of the marathon. After running multiple marathons, they want a new […]

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