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Quebec's Beneva Marathon Breaks Speed and Attendance Records
Quebec's 2026 Marathon Beneva broke a 25-year course record with Guillaume Ruel's 2h22min28s and set an all-time attendance high.
Full-Time Lawyer, Full-Distance Ultra: How They Train
A practicing lawyer completed an ultramarathon on under 10 hours of weekly training. Here's the science-backed structure that made it possible.
Jane Maus Smashes the Women's FKT on Longs Peak
Jane Maus set a new women's FKT on Colorado's Longs Peak on October 3, 2026, breaking the record through disciplined altitude pacing, precise gear selection, and a well-timed weather window.
Chicago Marathon 2026: Full Results and Key Moments
The 2026 Chicago Marathon delivered fast times and elite drama. Here are the full results, standout moments, and what the race means for the marathon season ahead.
How Air Pollution Is Quietly Sabotaging Your Training
Air pollution degrades every training session, not just race day. Here's how urban runners can use timing, route choice, and real-time tools to train smarter.
Women-Only Running Events Are Booming. Here's Why
Women-only running events are hitting record participation in 2026. Here's what's actually driving the boom and what all race organizers can learn from it.
Peak Week of Marathon Training: How to Nail It
Peak week hits 3 weeks before your marathon. Here's how to pace it, fuel it, and protect it when things don't go as planned.
Trail Running in October: The Races Worth Signing Up For
October is trail running's peak season. Here's how to find the race that actually matches your fitness, goals, and logistics right now.
From Shattered Leg to 160K Ultra: Paul Wilson's Comeback
Paul Wilson, 51, finished a 160km ultramarathon on crutches after catastrophic leg reconstruction surgery. Here's what his comeback actually means.
Do Specialized Running Shoes Actually Make You Faster?
A new study finds advanced sprint shoes cut internal power demands, letting runners go faster longer. Here's what that means for your next shoe purchase.
2027 London Marathon Hosts UK Athletics Championships
The 2027 TCS London Marathon will adopt a double format and host the UK Athletics Marathon Championships, raising the stakes for British elites and global fans.
Ultramarathon Racecations Are the New Beach Holiday
Runners in 2026 are ditching beach breaks for ultramarathon racecations. Here's why the trend is surging and how to plan your first one.
72 Ultras This Weekend: What's Racing October 3
72 North American ultramarathons are on the calendar for October 3. Here's what's racing, why fall is peak ultra season, and how to track results.
Sonoma Fall Classic: Your Guide to the Trail Festival
The Sonoma Fall Classic brings multiple trail distances and a festival atmosphere to Sonoma wine country this October, making it a compelling goal race for 2026.
October 2026 Trail Racing Calendar: What's On This Month
October 2026 is one of the most loaded months for trail running globally. Here's what's on and how to use it strategically.
Oberaudorf Trail Festival Adds Its First 100K Race
The Oberaudorf Trail Festival adds its first 100K race in October 2026, with Dynafit deepening its sponsorship as the Bavarian event scales toward elite ultra territory.
This Week in Running: What Mattered Most
The week of September 28 in running: trail podiums, road splits, registration sellouts, and what all of it means for your fall training right now.
Your Fall Destination Marathon Travel Checklist
Fall destination marathons are selling out months in advance. Here's the complete travel checklist to protect your training investment and perform on race day.
How to Pick Your First Destination Marathon Without the Regret
Destination marathons sell out faster than ever in 2026. Here's how to choose, register, and prepare for your first race trip without the common mistakes.
Why Women Are Cracking Ultra Overall Podiums in 2026
Elite women are finishing top-three overall at major 100-mile races in 2026. Here's why physiology, strategy, and prize parity are making it a structural shift.
How to Qualify for UTMB in 2027 Under the New Rules
UTMB is cutting direct qualification spots for 2027. Here's how to build a realistic Running Stones strategy and race calendar that actually gets you to Chamonix.
Nantes Marathon Sells 16,000 Bibs Months Out: What It Signals
Nantes Marathon 2027 selling 16,000 bibs months out reveals how mid-sized destination marathons are capturing runners locked out of World Major lotteries.
Marathon P'tit Train du Nord Sells Out in Hours
The Marathon P'tit Train du Nord sold out in hours, confirming that scenic point-to-point races are outpacing city marathons in 2026 registration demand.
Kristin Johnson Finishes Third Overall at Bear 100
Kristin Johnson finished third overall at Bear 100, reflecting a growing pattern of elite women outrunning the open field at major ultra distances in 2026.