Alternatives to UTMB – 6 Other Epic Mountain Races in European Trail Running Destinations
No race is quite like the Ultra-Trail du Mont Blanc, but there are other great European mountain ultrarunning race alternatives to UTMB.
New Balance 1080 v13 Review: The Comfort King of Daily Trainers
Alastair shares his insights on the max cushioned New Balance 1080 v13. That Fresh Foam X foam is something else! whooowee!
Merrell MTL Long Sky 2 Matryx Review
Alastair explores the rugged agility and responsive design of Merrell's latest trail running shoe for mountain runners.
ASICS Metaspeed Sky Paris Review
The Metaspeed Sky is where comfort meets race-day performance, and I can honestly say Asics have created something really very special with these.
4 Creative Ways To Run With Someone Slower OR Faster Than Yourself
How do you run with someone slower or faster than you and both still get a workout? Here's 4 ways to run with a friend or partner when you…
HOKA Skyward X Review: A Max Cushion Training Weapon With Carbon Fiber Speed
Alastair explains how HOKA's Skyward X super trainer is able to give you a super plush ride, AND performance you'd expect from a carbon fiber plate.
Nike Pegasus Trail 5 Review: The Peg Is Back!
Alastair shares how the Nike Pegasus Trail 5 performs on varied terrain, with significant improvements that may make them your new fav trail shoes.
Heart Rate Training for Runners
Maximize your cardiovascular performance with these simple heart rate training techniques and targeted heart rate zones.
Nike Pegasus Trail 5 VIDEO Review
The Nike Pegasus Trail 5 offers something for every type of trail runner with its all terrain capability making it just as good on the roads…
The Best Stretches For Runners To Do Before And After Every Run
Simple-yet-essential stretches for runners to help prevent injuries, speed up recovery, encourage mobility, and improve flexibility.
The Wings For Life World Run 2024: It’s Time To Run for a Cause
Join the global movement on <i><b>May 5th</b></i>: Run, roll, or walk to fund crucial spinal cord injury research and celebrate 10 years of…
How To Recover From Achilles Heel Pain: A Runner’s Guide To Fixing Achilles Tendinitis
How to recover quickly from Achilles heel pain and get back running, including exercises, shoes, stretches and tools to fix Achilles Tendinitis.
Topo Athletic Ultrafly 5 Review
Helen takes a look at the Topo Ultrafly 5's key features and their running performance as an everyday trainer. She also shares her tips on…
Nike Ultrafly Review: Fast On Rolling Routes, Limited On Steep Climbs
Alastair breaks down the Ultrafly's key features, performance on diverse terrains, and whether its worth the $260 price tag.
Unique Gifts For Active Outdoorsy Moms
Unique Mother's Day gift ideas for adventurous moms of all ages, including moms that love hiking, running, fitness, camping and being outdoors.
What Is Heart Rate Variability And How To Improve It
Everything we runners and athletes need to know to understand HRV, including what it is, why it's important, how to monitor it and how to improve it.
Nike Vaporfly 3 Review: FAST, But At What Cost?
Join Alastair as he explores the trade-offs between speed and comfort in Nike's lightest elite racing shoe.
Mother’s Day Gifts For Moms That Run in 2025
The most thoughtful gift ideas for running moms. Birthdays, Mother's Day or other special occasions, there's a gift for your her on this list.