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Trail Running
Transgrancanaria Classic: What It’s Like to Run 128km Across Gran Canaria
Ultramarathons used to be a pursuit only a few hardy runners pursued. Not any more. But what is it like to run one? Howard Calvert takes us through the physical and psychological effects of running the Transgrancanaria Classic 128km race.
Run
The London Marathon: The Hidden History Along the Race Route
For 26.2 miles, runners at the London Marathon are surrounded by the long and storied history of the Capital of the United Kingdom. Whether you're running the race, spectating, or watching from home, here are things to look out for.
Multi-Sport
Strava Segments With The Most Efforts: How Many Have You Completed?
Which are the most popular Strava segments in the world? Our experts have analyzed the stats, crunched the numbers, and come up with a list of some of the segments most completed by athletes in different distance categories.
Trail Running
9 Legendary 100-Mile Ultramarathon Races
Running can be an addictive sport. One minute you're tackling your first 5K, the next you're wondering just how far you can go...
Trail Running
Emma Stuart: The Farm Vet Winning the World's Toughest Races
Ireland’s Emma Stuart won the grueling 205-mile Tor des Géants last year, and the full-time farm veterinarian is set for even bigger things in 2024.
Multi-Sport
Strava Routes and Heatmap: Find New Places to Go
Whether you’re visiting somewhere new or simply bored of your regular routes, Strava can provide you with a little mapping inspiration.
Multi-Sport
How to Take The Perfect Strava Photo
Everyone knows that a good photo (or video) adds a little je ne sais quoi to your Strava activity. This is how to upgrade your Strava photography skills with the help of the experts.
Run
9 Tips For Running In The Cold
It can be difficult to get motivated to go out and run in cold weather, but there are a few ways that runners can make the experience more 'palatable'.
Ride
Keith Roy: Targeting a 500 Cycling Centuries Streak... For the Second Time
Meet Keith Roy, the man who’s cycled nearly 500 consecutive centuries (50,000 miles)... for the second time.
Multi-Sport
The Strangest Places People have Logged Activities on Strava
From airports to Antarctica, people log activites all over the world on Strava. But what are some of the strangest places people have run or biked?
Multi-Sport
Festive Fitness Challenges to Keep You Motivated over the Holiday Season
Whether it's a fun run, an icy ride or a challenge organized on Strava, there are a number of ways you can stay motivated during the Holiday period.
Trail Running
The Ultimate Charity Challenge: Up (and Up and Up) in Åndalsnes, Norway
Climbing 715m in 3km would be enough for most people. For this select group of trail runners, they decided to it multiple times in a day to raise money for Save the Children