Strava Stories
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Couch to 5K Training Plan
Want to run your first 5k? Pro coach Nick Bester outlines a beginner’s guide to running 3.1 miles, complete with bonus tips for new runners.
Run
Want to Progress? Don’t Fall Into the Trap of 'Lifestyle Training'
You hear run coaches say it again and again: if you train the same way day after day, you’re unlikely to see much progression.
Run
Stride with Strength: The Power of Women's Running Communities
Running is often viewed as an individual sport, a personal challenge to beat your own time or achieve that next goal. But for many women, running is far more than that, it’s about being part of a larger community.
STRAVA | New Balance
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Ride
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The Difference Between Overreaching, Overtraining, and Burnout
These three conditions have distinct definitions, and knowing each can help you train smarter.
Ride
Rebecca Rusch: A 7x World Champion’s Road to Concussion Recovery
Rebecca Rusch opens up about her journey recovering from a concussion, sharing her experiences, challenges, and insights on healing and brain health.
Ride
The Story of a Record-Breaking Race Across America
Americans Colin O’Brady and Lucas Clarke tell us how they redefined human limits in this year’s Race Across America.
From Our Partners
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‘Run?’: A One-word Invitation with a Big Mindset Impact
Running has a whole host of benefits for mental health. It’s not just about physical exercise; it's about how running affects our mindset, helps us sleep better and connects us with a community.
STRAVA | L'Oreal Men Expert
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Q&A: An Insider View of the Olympics with Runner Brandon Miller
Meet Brandon Miller - a star in track and field, from his NCAA victories to competing in the 2024 Olympics. Learn about his Olympic experience, training with the Brooks Beasts team and next goals.
STRAVA | Brooks
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UTMB World Series: Inside the Minds of 4 Pro Trail Runners
Take a step in Brooks trail athletes’ shoes as they prepare for one of ‘the most mythical and prestigious trail running races in the world’: the UTMB event in France, Italy and Switzerland.
STRAVA | Brooks
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Training
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Run Sessions: How To Manage Your Effort Levels
If you want to see real progression in your run training - and race times - it’s important to manage the intensity of your training sessions.
Run
Strava Guide: How to Break Your 5K PR, With a Little Help From Strava
Looking to set a new PR in the 5K (or simply want to improve your 5k time?), these three Strava features can help you understand your training and improve your running times.
Triathlon
How to Optimize Recovery from Triathlon Racing
Taking a break after major races isn’t just a nice-to-have—it’s essential for your mental and physical health and longevity in the sport. Find out how to do it right.
What's New
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Meet Athlete Intelligence: Personalized AI Insights to Reach Your Goals
Let’s face it: fitness data is everywhere but understanding it isn’t always easy. That’s where Athlete Intelligence comes in.
Strava Updates
Want More Out of Maps? Try ‘em Out on Desktop 🖥️
To help you chart your next expedition, we’ve made improvements to our route builder. It’s now easier than ever to fine-tune the details of your route – in a way that you just can’t on a phone.
Strava Updates
Segment Updates: Verified Segments, Decluttering and Leaderboard FAQ’s
We’re renewing our commitment to keeping Segments clean by decluttering duplicate and unused Segments, adding verified Segments and introducing new rules on Segment leaderboards.
Latest Stories
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Running: The Power of Connection
How joining a running group can boost your fitness, improve mental well-being and help build meaningful social connections. For men especially, clubs offer a supportive environment that makes it easier to connect and find community.
STRAVA | L'Oreal Men Expert
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Skiing
Annika Malacinski on What It Takes to Be a Pro in Two Sports
Annika Malacinski shares what it takes to compete in two sports at a professional level and what the future of Nordic combined looks like for women.
Ride
The Difference Between Overreaching, Overtraining, and Burnout
These three conditions have distinct definitions, and knowing each can help you train smarter.
Run
Want to Progress? Don’t Fall Into the Trap of 'Lifestyle Training'
You hear run coaches say it again and again: if you train the same way day after day, you’re unlikely to see much progression.
Multi-Sport
How to Optimize Endurance Training for Female Athletes
There has historically been little research into how female athletes should train to best suit their physiology. That’s changing—and women are fast learning how to get the most from their bodies.
Run
The 7 Best Coastal Runs in the World
Nothing beats running with water by your side. But where should you go for some of the best coastal views on your next run?
Run
Stride with Strength: The Power of Women's Running Communities
Running is often viewed as an individual sport, a personal challenge to beat your own time or achieve that next goal. But for many women, running is far more than that, it’s about being part of a larger community.
STRAVA | New Balance
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Skiing
Meet the Skier Taking on 3 Million Vertical Feet - No Chairlifts Allowed
Join Noah Dines on his record attempt to ski 3 million vertical feet in 2024 – no chairlifts, just grit, joy and a relentless pursuit of adventure.
Triathlon
How to Optimize Recovery from Triathlon Racing
Taking a break after major races isn’t just a nice-to-have—it’s essential for your mental and physical health and longevity in the sport. Find out how to do it right.
Multi-Sport
The Other Talent: Why the Best Athletes Get Better with Age
When it comes to performing at your best, there are a couple of traits that you can 'borrow' from elite athletes.
Ride
Reviewing Your Season: Look Back to Move Forwards
Sometimes, you have to look backwards to move forwards. With Winter fast approaching, it's the perfect time to review your season and start planning for next year.
Multi-Sport
Why Fasted Training is 'Fast' Becoming Outdated
Fasted training used to be popular amongst both recreational and elite athletes. However, as more is understood about its impact on the body (and performance), that popularity is waning.