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After qualifying for Western States by the skin of her teeth, Abby Hall went on to win the race nearly wire-to-wire. We sat down with her to find out how.

We combed our archives to find the best running shoes—the ones our editors tested and loved—that also happen to be on sale for the week of the 4th of July.

As the sharp end of the sport gets faster, the soul of ultra running remains in the middle of the pack. Andy Cochrane captured this spirit during the final hour of the 2025 Western States 100.

Semi-unhinged analysis from a semi-sleep deprived editor.

Thinking of taking the 13.1-mile plunge but not sure where to start? This half marathon plan will carry you from the sofa to the start line—and across the finish too.

With strategic aerobic base-building, a little speedwork, and a focus on recovery, this plan keeps you healthy while preparing you to conquer 26.2 (without consuming your life).

In a time when specifically tuned super shoes might work for Boston Marathon winners, but not so much for the rest of us, Hoka’s Rocket X 3 provides accessible assistance.

Elite runners don’t gamble on gear. Behind every top finish is a dialed shoe choice. From unreleased prototypes to trail workhorses the rest of us can buy, here’s what the best wore at the 2025 Western States 100.

Here's how you can win the race-cation of your dreams.