Athlete Stories

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.

Our 12-day bikepacking journey through Iceland’s Westfjords wasn’t just an Arctic adventure; it was a crucible for life-changing learning and transformative meditation.

Rebecca Rusch opens up about her journey recovering from a concussion, sharing her experiences, challenges, and insights on healing and brain health.

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.

Keira D’Amato redefines running with record-breaking comebacks and witty Strava posts, proving it's never too late to chase new goals and have fun along the way.

You never forget your first triathlon. From the flailing arms in the swim to the leg-sapping feeling of running after the bike, the challenge is as much mental as it is physical.

Americans Colin O’Brady and Lucas Clarke tell us how they redefined human limits in this year’s Race Across America.

Now that the dust has settled on UTMB for another year, it is time to reflect. Ture Dahl Børglum raced his first UTMB in 2024, and shared his thoughts on what it's like to race this legendary event.

Catalonian ultra-runner Sergio Turull shares his experience running the length of Spain in 23 days, on a 1,500K challenge to raise money for fighting children’s cancer.

By summiting 82 of Europe's highest mountains over 19 days, Kilian Jornet pushed himself to the mental and physical limits for his Alpine Connections project.

In his first 100-mile race, 36-year-old David Roche won the grueling Leadville 100 race by a whopping 30 minutes and set a new course record. He shares his experiences from the race and how Strava helped him along the way.

From underground fixed-gear races on the streets of LA to riding with pro teams in Europe, Frenk Martucci and Gruppetto are not just helping local kids find a pathway into the sport of cycling.