A 16-Week Strength-Training Plan for Marathon Runners

Adding strength to your marathon prep can go a long way in helping you PR and avoid injury. Here’s how to do it effectively.

5/28/2026 • 13 min Read →

After Our Newborn Suddenly Died, I Spiraled. Marathon Training Mirrored My Grief and Brought Me Back.

They say to put your oxygen mask on before you help anyone else—I couldn’t show up for my family until I could show up for myself and get to a better place.

5/28/2026 • 8 min Read →

5 Advanced Workouts That Build Marathon Speed and How to Know You’re Ready for Them

Build volume and intensity with these big-time workouts, developed by coaches.

5/28/2026 • 10 min Read →

Unconventional: A Conversation with Heather Jackson

The post Unconventional: A Conversation with Heather Jackson appeared first on iRunFar. A profile of Heather Jackson, a trail runner and gravel bike racer, amidst a massive 2026 summer of racing. Unconventional: A Conversation with Heather Jackson by Eszter Horanyi.

5/28/2026 • 13 min Read →

Tyler Andrews Sets Oxygen-Assisted Speed Record on Mount Everest

The post Tyler Andrews Sets Oxygen-Assisted Speed Record on Mount Everest appeared first on iRunFar. At the top of the world, trail runner and mountaineer Tyler Andrews has set an oxygen-assisted speed record on Mount Everest. Tyler Andrews Sets Oxygen-Assisted Speed Record on Mount Everest by Eszter Horanyi.

5/28/2026 • 5 min Read →

Boston Marathon Runners Raised a Record Amount of Money for Charity in 2026

The BAA announced that this year’s race raised nearly $7 million more than in 2025.

5/27/2026 • 3 min Read →

The 17 Best Running Sunglasses for Comfort and Protection

We tested these models for several weeks, ensuring that they had a proper fit and excellent visibility. Here are the ones we recommend.

5/27/2026 • 18 min Read →

Longevity Review: The Horizon T101 Is Our Favorite Cheap Treadmill Right Now and It Holds Up

It’s one of the few treadmills at this price that’s actually worth the money.

5/27/2026 • 8 min Read →

Rossignol Venosk Review

The post Rossignol Venosk Review appeared first on iRunFar. An in-depth review of the Rossignol Venosk trail running shoes. Rossignol Venosk Review by Molly Schmelzle.

5/27/2026 • 6 min Read →

Grace Sugut, Eliud Kipchoge’s Wife, Runs Her First Marathon

She finished the Cape Town Marathon on Sunday—and Eliud was there to greet her with a hug at the finish.

5/26/2026 • 3 min Read →

Scared to Slow Down on the Run? Here Are All the Advantages You’ll Gain From Easy Days

The mental and physical perks of pumping the brakes.

5/26/2026 • 7 min Read →

These Runners Dress Up Like Salmon Every Year and Run This Historic Race—Backwards

This costumed crew has been running “upstream” since 1994.

5/26/2026 • 3 min Read →

Deanna Doane Sets Women’s Unsupported FKT on Smokies Challenge Adventure Run

The post Deanna Doane Sets Women’s Unsupported FKT on Smokies Challenge Adventure Run appeared first on iRunFar. Deanna Doane set a new women's unsupported FKT on the 70-mile (112 kilometers) Smokies Challenge Adventure Run. Deanna Doane Sets Women’s Unsupported FKT on Smokies Challenge Adventure Run by Eszter Horanyi.

5/26/2026 • 3 min Read →

Ask the Pro: Weekly Mileage, Vertcovery, and Pre-Race Planning

The post Ask the Pro: Weekly Mileage, Vertcovery, and Pre-Race Planning appeared first on iRunFar. Pro runner and coach Gabe Joyes answers questions about all things trail running. Ask the Pro: Weekly Mileage, Vertcovery, and Pre-Race Planning by Gabe Joyes.

5/26/2026 • 7 min Read →

‘After Years of Ignoring My Health, I Ran My First Marathon at 44. Here’s How I Worked My Way Up to Going Sub-3 at 47.’

It’s all about making small, strategic changes over years—not all at once.

5/25/2026 • 9 min Read →
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