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Inspired to run toward adventure in the mountains

Blacksburg’s Chitra Ranganathan has one primary goal when it comes to running: Seize every opportunity she finds to “move in … More

Mountains, New River Valley, Running, Trail running

Max Stallkamp: Experienced forest runner getting to know Virginia’s trails

Max Stallkamp embodies the international makeup of our community. He was born in Osnabruck, Germany, has lived in 6 countries … More

Old Glory, Runabout Sports, Running, Trail running

Racing advice from Rebekah Hicks: Know who to chase

Rebekah Hicks is tough. Anyone who needs proof should look no further than the 2017 Conquer the Cove 25K. Around … More

Blacksburg Striders, Conquer the Cove, Draper Mile, Floyd, masters running, Trail running

Running fast and up front at age 57. Meet Trish Richardson

Trish Richardson says she started running in her 30s to “complete the triple crown” of cross country – which began … More

Boston Marathon, Christiansburg, Pandapas Pond, Running, Trail running

105 racers started the Looking Glass 50 miler. Just 63 finished. Emily Hutchins was 1 of them.

Conditions were horrendous at last weekend’s Looking Glass 50 Miler. The race’s signup page describes the course as “an extremely scenic … More

Looking Glass 50 Miler, Pandapas Pond, Running, Trail running, Ultra running

Take if from Brett: You’re awesome! (And you are ready for his Gateway challenge)

Experienced runners make the best race directors – so Brett Sherfy was a natural when he decided to launch the … More

Gateway Trail, Jefferson National Forest, Pandapas Pond, Trail running, Ultra running

Jess Thornton: 12 doughnuts + 5 miles in 1 hour (and other running tips)

Want a glimpse of Jess Thornton’s personality? Ask her to cite her most satisfying running accomplishment. You won’t hear about … More

Runner profile, Trail running, Ultra running

Jason Church: Ultramarathoner

Crossing the finish line of the High Bridge Ultra 50K, Jason Church thrust his arms in the air and shouted … More

Race report, Runner profile, Trail running, Ultra running

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