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Jiayou! Jiayou! The rise and rise of trail running in China

We look at the Chinese boom in trail running, including how tragedy has shaped the modern pursuit and what the future holds

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Think the UTMB World Series is getting too big for its trail running shoes? It’s only just hitting its stride

There’s work to be done to make the renowned race series more inclusive and sustainable and the organizers say they’re rolling up their sleeves

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"Running has taught me to embrace change" – Francesco Puppi lands on his feet with Hoka sponsorship deal weeks after ditching Nike

The Italian runner says his new sponsors empower him to embrace his triumphs and his vulnerabilities

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"Something about those multi day events keeps me really intrigued" – is Courtney Dauwalter leaving the 100-mile race behind?

The ultra running champ revealed some big plans for 2025

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UTMB World Series partners with Chinese hydration pack brand Aonijie

Aonijie launched in 2011 and is known for its affordable trail running gear

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Who is Courtney Dauwalter? The ultra running queen

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

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What are the world’s most legendary trail races?

From short and sharp mountain races to epic, multi-day adventures, we reveal the world’s most legendary trail races

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"I was over the moon" – Courtney Dauwalter's love affair with Salomon brand to continue for another 5 years

The ultra running legend will transition into an athlete mentorship role with Salomon when she retires from competing

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UTMB runners will have access to personalized online coaching in 2025, thanks to new partnership with RunMotion Coach

The partnership provides access to programs tailored to your objectives, schedule, level and conditions of fitness

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Australian HOKA Ultra-Trail Blue Mountains event added to the UTMB World Series Major

The trail running event is the largest in the southern hemisphere and joins the run-up of existing UTMB Majors across Asia, Europe, and North America

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How Hoka became a household name - 5 fun facts about the burgeoning brand behind the biggest shoes on the trail

We get to know the world’s fastest-growing running brand

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"I felt an intense thrill" – Courtney Dauwalter unstoppable at Nice Côte d'Azur by UTMB, 2nd overall, 5 hours ahead of next female

Dauwalter put in a serious bid for first overall at the race from the mountains to the French Riviera

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Courtney Dauwalter heads to France to tackle her next 100 miler – here's why it could signal a bid to reclaim UTMB crown

Could we be in for another Dauwaulter-Schide face off in 2025?

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It's official – this Hoka trail running shoe was the winner of the 2024 UTMB (oh, and Western States and Hardrock 100)

Four ultra runners crossed the finish line first in some of the year's biggest races while wearing this shoe

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Snow sport specialists Rossignol launch new flagship trail running shoe after three years of research

The brand best known for winter sports, launches a new mid-distance technical trail shoe gets a launch at UTMB

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“There’s always more to give deep down” – ultra runner Harry Jones shares 4 things he’s doing to prepare for the UTMB finals

With his fourth attempt at the 100 km CCC race this weekend, Jones is focused on altitude, nutrition, psychological preparation and, of course, the perfect shoes

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How to prepare for your first race: 10 tips to get you out of the starting blocks

Preparing for your first race requires careful planning, from training and getting the right kit to goal-setting and pre-race fuelling

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American runners win prestigious Mont Blanc trail race

American runner Jim Walmsley won the 20th edition of the Ultra-trail of Mont-Blanc in Chamonix (Haute-Savoie) on Saturday. His compatriot Courtney Dauwalter won the women's category, her third victory in the prestigious sporting event. France landed third place in both categories.

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The Texas Tribune

Suspended Texas A&M professor denies saying Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick believes overdose victims “deserve to die”

Texas Land Commissioner Dawn Buckingham alleged Wednesday that opioids expert Joy Alonzo told students in a guest lecture that “Your Lt. Governor says those kids deserve to die.” Alonzo denied the claims.

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A Professor Criticized a Public Official. Then Her University Suspended Her.

Texas A&M placed a professor on paid leave for criticizing Texas Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick in a lecture on the opioid crisis.

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A Texas A&M professor was suspended for allegedly criticizing lieutenant governor

Joy Alonzo was suspended and investigated after she allegedly criticized Texas Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick at a lecture on the opioid crisis. Free speech advocates call the probe "blatantly inappropriate."

Salon

Texas A&M suspends prof for GOP critique

Opioid crisis expert Joy Alonzo raised questions about the extent of political interference in higher education

The Texas Tribune

Texas A&M suspended professor accused of criticizing Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick in lecture

The professor, an expert on the opioids crisis, was placed on paid administrative leave and investigated, raising questions about the extent of political interference in higher education, particularly in health-related matters.

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What is the UTMB? Meet trail running’s most difficult race

We answer all of your questions about this hellacious footsport event

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