Running & Race Training

Trail Running: The Week's Biggest Stories for August 3

The August 3 trail running roundup covers Sophie Woods' Via Alpina FKT, Leadville 100 wildfire reroutes, global ultra results, and the RacePace-ITRA partnership.

How to Turn Summer Track Speed Into a Fall Race PR

Summer track speed doesn't have to stay on the track. Here's how to convert it into a fall marathon or half marathon PR with the right 8-10 week transition plan.

Angkor Empire Marathon 2026: Vann Pheara and Kan Sreyroth Win

Vann Pheara and Kan Sreyroth won the Angkor Empire Marathon 2026, spotlighting the rising depth of distance running talent across Southeast Asia.

Sophie Woods Smashes the Via Alpina FKT

Sophie Woods completed the 1,242-mile Via Alpina in 28 days, 17 hours, and 59 minutes, smashing the previous FKT by nearly a week.

RacePace and ITRA Team Up for Trail and Ultra Racing

RacePace and ITRA are partnering to build a unified race-day platform for trail and ultra events, promising smoother registration, live tracking, and faster results.

How to Adapt Your Race Plan When the Course Changes

When a race reroute disrupts your prep, here's how to rebuild your pacing plan, crew logistics, and mental strategy before the start line.

Leadville 100 Reroutes Its Course Due to Wildfire

The Leadville 100 is rerouting its course for the first time ever due to the active Willow Fire. Here's what registered runners need to know now.

Ultra Running: The Biggest News This Weekend

Ultra running's biggest weekend of August 2026 is here. Key races, standout performances, and everything trail runners need to know right now.

Turn Your Summer Running Base Into a Fall Half Marathon

Your summer mileage is the foundation. Here's the exact training shift you need in August and September to peak for a November half marathon.

Milan Half Marathon 2026: Everything You Need to Know

The Powerade Milan Half Marathon on November 22, 2026 brings 15,000+ runners through Italy's fashion capital on one of Europe's fastest, flattest courses.

How to Set a Personal Best This Fall

Fall's cooler temps and race calendar make it the ideal season for a running PR. Here's the exact 12-week plan to make it happen.

San Francisco Marathon 2026: What You Need to Know

The San Francisco Marathon returned July 26, 2026, testing runners with summer heat and hilly terrain. Here's what defined this edition.

How to Pace a Hilly Summer Race Without Blowing Up

Hilly summer races demand smarter pacing. Learn how to manage heat, elevation, and effort together so you don't fall apart in the back half.

Olympian Jenny Simpson Released After Cardiac Arrest

Olympic 1500m champion Jenny Simpson suffered a cardiac arrest and has been released from hospital, raising urgent questions about cardiac screening for runners at all levels.

Western States 100 2026: Bouillard and Lichter Win

Vincent Bouillard and Jenn Lichter win the 2026 Western States 100, claiming titles in one of the deepest elite fields the race has seen in years.

Running in Summer Heat: What the Science Actually Says About Heat and Performance

The physiology of running in summer heat: cardiac drift, 10-15% performance loss, 10-14 day acclimatization, electrolyte hydration. What the science actually says.

Abbey Caldwell Wins 1500m at Xiamen Diamond League

Abbey Caldwell won the women's 1500m at the Xiamen Diamond League in 3:57.26, announcing herself as a genuine contender on the 2026 circuit.

Western States 100 2026: The Race Starts Tomorrow

Ultra Running: The Week's Biggest News You Need to Know

Ultra running's biggest week: Western States 100 build-up, Comrades ripple effects, grassroots growth, and athlete health trends shaping the sport's summer season.

What 69 Studies Say About Your Heart After a Marathon

A meta-analysis of 69 studies reveals what actually happens to your heart after 42.2km, and when the stress becomes a real concern.

Should You Run Outside in Wildfire Smoke?

Wildfire smoke carries PM2.5 particles that penetrate deep into your lungs, and running makes the exposure far worse. Here's how to decide when to skip it.

Hardrock 100 2026: Pommeret and Dauwalter Win Titles

Ludovic Pommeret and Courtney Dauwalter claimed the 2026 Hardrock 100 titles, conquering 100 miles and 33,000 feet of gain in Colorado's San Juan Mountains.

Running in July Heat: How to Train Smart This Summer

July heat doesn't have to derail your fall marathon prep. Here's how smart effort adjustment, hydration, and heat adaptation science turn summer into your biggest training asset.

Ultra Running Weekly Roundup: July 13, 2026

Your weekly ultra running roundup: Hardrock 100 results, emerging athletes, gear news, and training and nutrition takeaways from the week of July 13, 2026.