An Ode to Trail Running by Track Olympian Alexi Pappas Alexi Pappas|September 27, 2016 Trails like Stuffed Animals Stuffed animals are for the lost and the sad for the hopeful, the happy for kid and the dad. Passed t...
This Beer Was Made for Trail Runners, by Trail Runners Lisa Jhung|September 21, 2016 Because after logging grueling miles, nothing tastes better than a cold one. In 2012, Caitlin Landesberg was working as a product markete...
How to Prevent Over-Use Injuries Yitka Winn|September 20, 2016 Prevent Running Overuse Injuries with Expert Tips. Learn how to avoid common running injuries with our expert advice. Keep your body healthy and pain-free while you hit the pavement.
The Best High-Elevation Runs in the Country Laura Bauer|September 16, 2016 Discover the best high elevation runs in the country and take your running to new heights. Learn how to train and prepare for running at higher elevations on REI's blog.
Oiselle: Flock to the Finish Sally Bergesen|September 15, 2016 Oiselle is a Seattle-based women's athletic apparel company that believes in the transformative power of sport, and team, and sisterhood. We...
Stay Psyched to Train—Even in the Midst of a Blizzard Morgan Tilton|September 14, 2016 You’re tired, you had to work late, it was two-for-one margaritas at your favorite bar. Stuff happens, but you can still stick to a solid tr...
5 Trails to Add to Your Running Bucket List REI Staff|September 13, 2016 Looking for a reason to head to Switzerland? We've got five. Welcome to Ascona-Locarno, home to sweeping valleys, alpine lakes, and some...
How Ultrarunner Joe Grant Biked to and Summited All of Colorado’s 14ers Morgan Tilton|September 12, 2016 The best way to explore your home state? Through self-propelled, local adventure. In just over a month, ultrarunner Joe Grant, who finish...
Trail Running through Vermont’s Green Mountains Brian Mohr & Emily Johnson|September 9, 2016 The Green Mountains in Vermont and New York provide great trail running options. Pro tip: Run the mountains during fall foliage.
How to Break into the Rewarding Sufferfest of Ultrarunning Billy Hafferty|September 6, 2016 It won't be easy, and you'll probably lose a couple toenails, but Coach Hafferty's tips will carry you across the finish line of your first ...
Smart Strength Training Tips for Mountain Marathons Morgan Tilton|September 2, 2016 The key? A balanced fitness approach that includes strength and agility exercises in addition to trail and road time. The stereotypical b...
4 Pieces of Advice to Help You Crush Your Next Trail Marathon Morgan Tilton|August 31, 2016 Plan, prepare, and push hard—but know when to listen to your body At the eleventh hour, the course for the marathon changed. There was st...