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Dean Karnazes on the Life-Changing, Soul-Searching Magic of Ultramarathons
Desperation is not a plan—and more hard-earned wisdom from a lifetime of long-distance running
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5 Ways to Change Your Mindset (and Reach Greater Goals)
Races & Places.
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The Real Pheidippides Story
Ultramarathoner Dean Karnazes visits his ancestral homeland for the truth about the original “marathoner.” Think you can handle it?
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7 Ways Writing a Book is Like Doing an Ultra
Finding some parallels between writing and long-distance running.
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Running the Coldest Marathon in the World (Really)
You have to know how to brave even the harshest elements.
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A Cardio Machine That Truly Mimics Your Running Form
After trying Zero Runner at a race expo, I may have found another way to train.
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A Race That’s All About Overcoming Obstacles
Apr 8, 2015.
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A Good Day to Go Running (and Not Surfing)
A chance encounter with a great white made me appreciate my runs even more.
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What Was I Thinking?
Sometimes you learn from a race gone wrong.
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5 Ways to Sleep Better This Summer
Simple sleep aids that can keep you running with full energy the next day.
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Where to Turn for the Best Advice
With information everywhere for athletes, how do you find what really works?
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10 Ways You Know You’re a Runner
A list to honor one of the greatest hosts in television history.
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Who Rules the Endurance World?
How do humans stack up to animals when it comes to how hard they can push their limits?
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Stretching Out Your Race Experience
Get more from your day of racing by expanding your run.
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The Secret Ingredients to Reaching Your Goals
When you're stuck in a rut, add more commitment and accountability to your training.
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'McFarland, USA' Reminds Us Why We Love Running
The true story doesn't disappoint, whether you're a runner or not.
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What I Learned From Trying Yoga
After being skeptical, it turned out breaking a sweat with this workout had its benefits for running.
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What are You Made Of?
A new DNA testing company can provide a full look at your genetic makeup as an athlete.
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3 Cool Fitness Trends at CES 2015
Sometimes the best recovery is no recovery at all.
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How I Quit (and Un-Quit) My First Ultra-Marathon
“That which does not kill you sometimes makes you wish it had.”
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Overcoming Obstacles with My Son
We ran the Men's Health Urbanathlon in San Francisco and it was a race to remember.
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6 Gear Items to Keep You Safe
Apr 21, 2021.
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Secret to Calming Pre-Race Anxiety
Focusing inward has helped me stay grounded at the starting line.
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My Five Favorite "Superfoods"
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The Uncomfortable Truth About Recovery
Dean Karnazes makes these adjustments to his daily life to improve his running.
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The Marathon
A new DNA testing company can provide a full look at your genetic makeup as an athlete.
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A Leashful
Over the miles, my dog and I have come to find our groove.
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Diversify Your Training Time
How do humans stack up to animals when it comes to how hard they can push their limits.
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Take Five
May 21, 2014.
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5 Bizarre Tips to Improve Your Running
Dean Karnazes makes these adjustments to his daily life to improve his running.
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The Most Endearing Race of My Life
Nov 10, 2014.
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Guilt Your Resolutions to Success
Accountability is a powerful motivator to get you out the door.