A group of runners at the For Rangers Ultra set out on their longest day as the sun rises behind them. Several runners set this goal despite their chronic illness.

Running with a Chronic Illness Ep. 3: Why You Need to Do Big Things

There can be a huge personal victory in finishing a race dead last. Of being the finisher with the longest finishing time ever. (Yes, I scoured the website and all past results. Yes, my finishing time of 52 hours and 7 minutes is the longest.) This is true especially when the finish comes despite, not thanks to, the circumstances of ... More
A Latina runner with a Continuous Glucose Monitor stretches before her run with sunrise in the background

Should Runners Use a Continuous Glucose Monitor?

Runners love data. Pace, heart rate, power, and now glucose. Continuous glucose monitors (CGMs), built for diabetes management, have crossed into endurance sport. When I read about CGMs two years ago in Dr. Peter Attia’s excellent “Outlive: The Science & Art of Longevity,” the devices were available only by prescription for people ... More
A happy runner crosses the finish line of the 2025 san francisco marathon, starting her post-race recovery journey

Enjoy Your Post-Race High, Deal with Post-Race Blues, & Learn All About Post-Race Recovery!

You're nearing the finish line. Your body is exhausted but you've still got that one last drop of energy that'll help you finish strong. There's the arch. And, suddenly, after months of training, you're done. There's a medal around your neck and a banana in your hand. Your body's exhausted, but your mind's soaring. That's the start of your ... More
A Black man and woman sit on the stair during their training session and chat, combining their marathon training and social life

Balance Social Life & Marathon Training in 5 Simple Steps

It's Friday evening and your colleagues have invited you to a bar. But what about that early morning long run tomorrow? Now it's Saturday night and your friends are organizing an awesome Sunday brunch, but you have a 15-mile training run planned and want to get it done before the heat kicks in. Sounds familiar? Balancing your social calendar ... More
A set of four types of running shoes from minimalist shoes to maximalist shoes, simple drawings

Barely There: Yay or Nay? The Great Minimalist Shoe Debate

Some love them, some despise them: minimalistic shoes. Not even researchers can get a clear "yay" or "nay" answer. In this first article of an upcoming two-part series about running minimalism, let's discuss the good, the bad, and the ugly of minimalistic running shoes. Written & edited by Pavlína Marek Minimalism in Running Shoes ... More
Two young runners, a man and a woman, stretch together before a run to minimize injury

The Basics: Tips & Tricks for Preventing Injury & Maximizing Recovery

When it comes to running, there’s nothing more important than preventing injury. While running is generally a healthy and safe activity, just like with everything, there are some risks. Nipping the problems that may arise in the bud and safely continuing your training is what allows you to keep making consistent progress towards your goals. ... More
Silhouettes of two runners, a woman and a man, running on a beach by the ocean after sunset, enjoying the health benefits of running

How Running Affects Your Health, Sleep, and Mood: A Transformation Guide for New Runners

My first ever (voluntary) run was more or less an accident. I was in the gorgeous redwoods of coastal California. After a busy day full of work and schoolwork, I headed to the woods for some peace and quiet. I didn't know back then that people ran on trails. I didn't know that ultramarathons existed. About halfway through my walk, my lungs ... More
Two runners are out on their cold-weather winter run. They're smiling and enjoying the snowy landscape. Build healthy winter habits that go beyond performace!

8 Ways to Conquer Cold Weather And Run Safely Anywhere, Anytime

As we head into the second—and definitely colder—half of winter, many runners might be struggling to keep up with their routines. And while a lot of them take the opportunity to enjoy some much-needed deep rest, there are as many of us who want to keep running and enjoy everything the season has to offer; bad weather and all. For those of ... More
A woman with a dog is running on a foggy morning down a country lane, managing her chronic illness with exercise.

Running with a Chronic Illness Ep. 2: The Mental Games We (Need to) Play

Three years ago, I was in the middle of my Saturday long run. The sun was shining and I'd just met a guy in flip flops riding his bike through the middle of nowhere to go swimming in a little pond in the woods. He had given me an apple and a few encouraging words before he rode off. All in all, it was a perfect day, a perfect meeting, and ... More
A woman with a dog is running on a foggy morning down a country lane, managing her chronic illness with exercise.

Running with a Chronic Illness Ep. 1: The Physiological Impact of Exercise on Your Health and Vice Versa

While research confirms that an active lifestyle lowers one's chances of premature death and chronic illness (Warburton et al., 2006), many athletes find themselves on the short end of the stick, developing a disease despite their best efforts to stay happy and healthy. Even though participants in all kinds of sports have to navigate the ... More