How to Run & Crew Your First 100K
Ellie Baxter completed her first ultra‑trail challenge, the 62‑mile, 11,000‑foot Gorge Waterfalls 100K, guided by pro runner Kat Edwards Anderson and crew chief Jason Anderson. The discussion covers everything from nutrition and hydration to aid‑station logistics and mental support. Kat shares elite pacing and fueling tactics, while Jason explains how a well‑organized crew can keep a runner on track when conditions shift. Podcast veteran Scotty Sandow highlights how storytelling spreads these insights across the ultra‑running community.
REVIEW: HOKA ZINAL 3 TRAIL SHOE
Ultra Running Magazine’s review of the HOKA Zinal 3 highlights the shoe’s redesign for fast, technical trail running. The third‑generation model adds a supercritical EVA midsole and a proprietary sticky‑rubber outsole, swapping out the previous Vibram Megagrip compound. A leno‑weave textile...
Your Aerobic System Isn’t Broken
The article debunks "Aerobic deficiency syndrome" (ADS) as a marketing invention lacking any peer‑reviewed scientific basis. It critiques Phil Maffetone’s MAF method, showing that the 180‑minus‑age heart‑rate formula is not physiologically validated and can mislead athletes. The piece then outlines...
22 Hours on Cardiac Hill
Matthew Buckmaster marked his 40th birthday with an extreme endurance test on Cardiac Hill in Auburn State Recreation Area. He set out for 40 steep laps but weather turned the trail into a raging waterfall, forcing him to stop after...
Ellaney Matarese: Ivy Track to Cactus Trails
Ellaney Matarese, a 2025 Harvard graduate and former All‑American middle‑distance runner, has quickly risen in the ultra‑running scene. After a surprise win in a local 10k, she placed third at the Kodiak 50k and seventh in her debut Black Canyon...
REVIEW: TRAIL SOCKS SPRING ROUNDUP
The spring roundup reviews eight trail‑focused socks ranging from $19 to $40, highlighting advances in moisture management, odor control, and sustainable materials. Drymax introduces a hydrophobic, padded crew with antimicrobial fibers, while Darn Tough blends merino wool and synthetics for...
Kat Edwards Anderson
Professional ultra‑trail runner and coach Kat Edwards Anderson is gearing up for her second start at the 250‑mile Cocodona race. In a recent interview, she recounts her evolution from a burned‑out high‑school runner to a rising star in ultrarunning, crediting...
Grandmaster Ultras: Old Is Cool
Grandmaster Ultras is a series of ultra‑marathon events in Arizona created exclusively for runners aged 50 and older. The races range from 50 k to 100 miles and feature generous cut‑off times—up to 48 hours for the 100‑mile distance—so participants can finish without...
Should You Use AI for Your Training Plan?
ChatGPT and similar AI chatbots are increasingly being used by runners for training advice, but research shows mixed results. Studies reveal that AI‑generated plans are acceptable for beginners but often contain errors for intermediate and advanced athletes, especially around race...
Exhausting But Worth It: Trail Running in the City
A New York runner chronicles the arduous commute from Queens to the Long Path trail, using subways, buses, and the Staten Island ferry to reach a 50‑kilometer ultra and weekly training runs. The journey can take 45 minutes to over an hour,...
13 Years at the Pistol Ultra
The Pistol Ultra celebrated its 13th annual race in Alcoa, Tennessee, attracting participants from 35 states and two countries. Distances ranged from 10 to 100 miles, with the event hosting the RRCA Tennessee State Championship for the 50 k distance. Highlights...
REVIEW: Arc’teryx Sylan 2 Trail Shoes
Arc'teryx introduced the Sylan 2 trail shoe, a hybrid of the original Sylan and the Sylan Pro, weighing 9.5 oz for men and 8.0 oz for women and priced at $240. The shoe features an engineered jacquard knit upper, a dual‑density midsole with a...
UltraRunning Apr/May 2026
UltraRunning's April/May 2026 issue spotlights Jennifer Lichter's Black Canyon 100k victory, earning a Golden Ticket to the Western States 100. The magazine blends training insights, including a debate on AI‑generated training plans, with deep dives into mountain ultra strategies. Additional...
The Cutoff W/ Dylan Harris & Jamil Coury
Filmmaker Dylan Harris and Aravaipa Running’s Jamil Coury discuss "The Cutoff," a new documentary on the Cocodona 250 ultramarathon. The film follows the final runners through the Arizona desert, capturing the real‑time emotions of back‑of‑the‑pack athletes as they race against...
Florida’s Space Pirate
Pamela Chapman‑Markle, a 70‑year‑old UltraRunning ambassador, completed Florida’s Space Pirate 100‑mile ultramarathon in 21:33, finishing third among women and fourth overall. The race traced a point‑to‑point coastal route from Cape Canaveral to Jensen Beach, featuring a night‑time detour through Fort...