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Caleb Olson wins the Western States Endurance Run 2025
What is the Western States Endurance Run – and why is it such a big deal in ultra running?

By Julia Clarke Last updated

It's the original 100-miler, but that's not the only thing that makes this iconic trail race special

Running Events & Competitions
How to care for and maintain your Garmin watch: keep your high-tech health tracker in good condition with our expert guide

By Will Symons Published

With enough care, your Garmin watch can last for years of heavy use in the wilderness

Watches & Wearable Tech
How to set up and use Garmin Pay: Leave your wallet at home and pay for your post-run coffee with your smartwatch

By Will Symons Published

Make contactless payments without reaching for your wallet or smartphone with Garmin's super-smart payment feature

Watches & Wearable Tech
Who let the dogs out: how to start (and how not to start) canicross running

By Steve Shrubsall Published

What happened when I started trail running with my four-legged friend, Finley

Running Gear & Apparel
Man running wearing Hoka Zinal 2 shoes
Mud? Gravel? Long runs? Race day? We asked the brainiacs behind Hoka which of the brand's trail shoes you need for your next run – here’s what they said

By Julia Clarke Published

We ask the trail running heavyweight which of its shoes you should choose

Running Shoes
How to use Strava with your Garmin smartwatch: track your trail runs with this super-smart running app

By Will Symons Published

The Strava app is a firm favorite among runners - it records your progress and shares stats with your friends

Navigation Tools
what is a Vibram sole: sole
What is a Vibram sole? And why do so many footwear brands use them?

By Julia Clarke Last updated

We take a closer look at the use of the Vibram sole in a variety of outdoor shoes and discover why it's so popular

Hiking Footwear
Who is Courtney Dauwalter? The ultra running queen

By Alex Foxfield Last updated

Our running expert looks into the life and achievements of the American trailblazer widely considered the greatest female long-distance runner of all time

Trail Running
“Imagine being told you can’t run, just because of who you are”: how Free to Run is using outdoor sports to empower girls and women

By Pat Kinsella Last updated

We meet up with a charity that uses running, hiking and camping to empower girls and women in places afflicted by conflict and gender discrimination

Health & Fitness
Male runner training outdoors in wet weather. His reflection seen in a puddle of water before him. He stretched his leg
A word of warming: how to make sure you’re warmed up before you start running

By Rob Kemp Published

If you start strong, you’ll finish stronger – that’s why the right warm-up regimen works for trail runners…

Trail Running
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