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Hi runners, 👋🏼
Katelyn here with newsletter #535!
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With Western States coming up this weekend, we're shifting into ultra mode 🏔️—exploring the training, strategy, and stories behind the sport's toughest events.
Whether you're eyeing your first ultra or just want to train smarter, this week’s roundup has something for every endurance junkie.
Plus, we dig into a trending (and slightly unbelievable) rumor involving Kipchoge and a viral fitness influencer.
Let’s dive in!👇
- 🐐 Can the world’s greatest ultra trail runner win another Western States 100? Kilian Jornet returns to California for the first time in over a decade—and the trail world is watching.
- 🍑 Ward off injuries: The best posterior chain exercises to build strength from head to toe: Train the muscles that power every stride—and protect against injury.
- 🌄 How to choose your first ultramarathon: Everything you need to know before signing up for your first big adventure.
- 📏 Ultramarathon long runs: How long should your longest long run be? Find the right distance (and strategy) based on your race goal.
- 🤔 The internet thinks Kipchoge is racing Ashton Hall. Don’t bet on it: A wild one-mile challenge lit up social media—but is there any truth to it?
- The Brooks Hyperion Max 3 is the tallest, bounciest running shoe that Brooks has ever created, and is designed to excel in the hardest and fastest of workouts. Watch our review below.
Happy running! 🏃🏻♀️⭐
Katelyn Tocci
Managing Editor
Head Coach
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🏔️ From his wild downhill burst in 2010 to his long-awaited return in 2024, Kilian Jornet’s Western States journey is nothing short of legendary.
At 37, the mountain GOAT is back on the start line—older, wiser, and still chasing the edge of human potential.
In this feature by Amby Burfoot, you’ll explore what makes him the most compelling figure in ultra running and get a behind-the-scenes look at his training, mindset, and motivation heading into WS100. 🎥🔥⛰️
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🧠🏃♀️ Wondering how long your longest long run should be for an ultra? You're not alone—it's one of the top questions I get as a coach.
I’ll walk you through smart strategies for building endurance, staying injury-free, and showing up on race day with confidence. 🏔️💪
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What’s A Good Marathon Time? Average Marathon Times By Age, Sex + Ability
What’s A Good Marathon Time? Average Marathon Times By Age, Sex + Ability
🏃♂️🔥 Could the GOAT of marathoning really be racing a viral fitness influencer over a single mile in small-town Illinois?
The internet thinks so—or at least wants to. A wild rumor has social media buzzing about a showdown between Eliud Kipchoge and Ashton Hall, but the reality is murkier.
We’re breaking down what’s real, what’s hype, and what this says about the new era of “influencer athletics.” 🧐📲
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What’s A Good Marathon Time? Average Marathon Times By Age, Sex + Ability
What’s A Good Marathon Time? Average Marathon Times By Age, Sex + Ability
The Brooks Hyperion Max 3 is the tallest, bounciest running shoe that Brooks has ever created, and is designed to excel in the hardest and fastest of workouts. With a curved carbon plate, two layers of light and bouncy superfoam, and a geometry that springs you onto your toes, it's made for two things: speed and power.
Here, Senior Editor Alex Cyr shares what he thinks of the Hyperion Max 3: its best parts, where it could stand to improve, why it's different from other Brooks running shoes, and whether or not it's worth the buy.
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What’s A Good Marathon Time? Average Marathon Times By Age, Sex + Ability
What’s A Good Marathon Time? Average Marathon Times By Age, Sex + Ability
🏃♀️ Strong glutes, hamstrings, and a powerful backside aren’t just for gym selfies—they’re the secret weapon for efficient, injury-resistant running!
💪 In this guide, we break down exactly what the posterior chain is, why runners can’t afford to ignore it, and the best exercises to build strength where it matters most. 🔗🔥
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What’s A Good Marathon Time? Average Marathon Times By Age, Sex + Ability
What’s A Good Marathon Time? Average Marathon Times By Age, Sex + Ability
🤔🏃♂️ Thinking about going beyond the marathon and running your first ultra?
Choosing the right race is a big decision, and the one you make can shape your entire experience. In this guide, I’m sharing my top tips to help you find the perfect first ultramarathon that matches your goals, fitness, and sense of adventure. 🌲🎽
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