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Running's Biggest Moments From the Week of May 25
The week of May 25 delivered a packed late-spring racing calendar. Here's what road, trail, and track results mean for your training right now.
Summer Trail Pacing: What the Pros Actually Do
Elite summer trail pacing relies on conservative early effort, heat management, and walk-run tactics. Here's how recreational runners can apply the same system.
Naomi Delivers at the Bay Trail Race: What to Know
Naomi's standout Bay Trail Race result on May 25 spotlights the tactical lessons elite women's trail running offers every club runner heading into summer.
Bordeaux Marathon 2026: Registration Is Now Open
Registration for the Bordeaux AG2R La Mondiale Marathon opened May 26, 2026. Here's what runners need to know to secure a spot now.
Trail and Ultra Results: Week of May 25, 2026
A packed weekend of trail and ultra racing wrapped up at Sugar Badger, Leavenworth, Pineland Farms, and Skyrace Gorges Du Tarn. Here's what you need to know.
The Sub-2-Hour Marathon: What Science Actually Explains
Breaking down the physiology and marginal gains behind the sub-2-hour marathon, and what the science actually means for your own training and race-day performance.
Outdoor Running Beats Vitamin D Supplements
A University of the Basque Country study finds outdoor runners maintain better vitamin D levels in winter than supplement users, with supplements offering no performance benefit.
Enhanced Games Sprinting: Does It Actually Mean Anything?
Fred Kerley ran 9.97 at the Enhanced Games. slower than his Olympic bronze. Here's what that result actually tells runners about performance limits and enhanced sport.
Zegama 2026: Tove Alexandersson Wins Again
Tove Alexandersson won the 2026 Zegama-Aizkorri Marathon, extending her dominance in trail running and raising the bar for the entire women's field.
How to Prep for a Summer Trail Race Without Burning Out
Summer trail racing requires more than fitness. Here's how to manage heat, hydration, gear, and pacing to reach the finish line strong.
Paris Marathon Politics: What's Really at Stake
The Paris Marathon's organizing rights have become a political flashpoint. Here's what the dispute means for the 50,000+ runners who race it each year.
What Happens When You Ditch GPS for Running
One runner dropped GPS entirely and came back stronger. Here's what the science says about perceived effort, and how to try a GPS-free reset yourself.
10 Vermont Trail Races Worth Adding to Your Calendar
Vermont's trail race calendar offers 10 standout events across distances and difficulty levels, set against some of the most scenic terrain in the Northeast.
Zegama, Snowdonia, Tahoe 200: Trail's Biggest Weekend
Tove Alexandersson dominated Zegama, Tahoe 200 confirmed its return to the original loop course, and Caleb Olson went full-time ultra — all in one 48-hour window.
Run The Rocks Moab: What Race Day Actually Looks Like
UltraSignup's Behind the Bib series gives prospective runners an honest look at Run The Rocks Moab, covering terrain, altitude pacing, and what race day really feels like.
Going All-In on Ultrarunning: What Caleb Olson's Move Means
Caleb Olson's move to full-time ultrarunning reflects a wider shift in how serious endurance athletes are rethinking work, identity, and ambition in 2026.
What's Up in Ultra This Weekend: May 2026 Roundup
Your weekend guide to the biggest ultra trail races in May 2026, with key athletes, race storylines, and one practical training takeaway for everyday runners.
Bart Janssen Wins the 2026 ING Night Marathon
Dutch runner Bart Janssen won the 2026 ING Night Marathon, highlighting the rise of after-dark racing and the specific training strategies runners need to compete at night.
Why the Half Marathon Is the Fastest-Growing Race Distance in 2026
Record half marathon participation in 2026 signals a structural shift: 21K is now a primary goal distance, not a stepping stone, and here's why that's smart training.
Brooklyn Half 2026 Breaks Participation Record
The 2026 Brooklyn Half Marathon set a new participation record, cementing the half marathon as the fastest-growing race distance in the U.S.
When Does Running Fitness Actually Start to Decline?
A 47-year longitudinal study pinpoints the exact ages when running fitness declines fastest, giving you a clear roadmap to adapt training before performance drops hit.
Ogden Marathon 2026: Women's Record and a Birthday Win
Nelson set a new women's course record at the 25th Ogden Marathon, while Berlin claimed the men's win on his birthday in a standout spring race weekend.
Grand Canyon Rim-to-Rim: The Ultra Runner's Rite of Passage
The Grand Canyon rim-to-rim-to-rim covers up to 50 miles with 9,000 feet of climbing and zero aid stations. Here's why ultra runners call it the ultimate rite of passage.
Bolder Boulder 10K Is Filling Up Fast in 2026
Bolder Boulder 10K registrations are tracking ahead of any prior year in 2026, with race-day entry potentially unavailable for the first time ever.