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Anya Culling: Running with the London Marathon Elite Field
In 2024, Anya Culling lined up as one of just sixteen Elite Women in the London Marathon. Here, she reflects on her experiences at the London Marathon, and how it felt racing with the best runners in the world.
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Anya Culling: Racing (and Surviving) The Speed Project
Anya Culling recounts her stories from The Speed Project - a 341 miles / 550km relay race that pits teams and individuals against California towns and deserts.
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Running Towards Mental Wellness: How Movement Can Transform Your Mind
To mark World Mental Health Month, we speak with four Brooks Running runners who have used the sport to take them on a journey out of the dark places in their lives.
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Recovery Do’s and Don’ts for Cyclists
There's a plethora of techniques and tips to enhance your cycling recovery, and there's also plenty of misinformation. Nike Cook shares his advice on how to ensure your recover well.
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2024 Giro d’Italia Preview
The 2024 Giro d'Italia will test some of the world's best riders to their limits. The 21 stage race starts on Saturday May 4, finishing in Rome three weeks later.
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Build Back Stronger with a Cycling Overload Block
By subjecting yourself to a training load that your body is not used to, you will build back stronger and prepare better for your next event.
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8 Tips to Ensure You Have a Great Spring Trail Running Season
As spring beckons, teasing us with the promise of adventure, it's time to lace up those trail shoes and heed the call of the wild.
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Run into Spring: Essential Gear for Racing Season
As days get longer and temperatures get warmer spring racing season is right around the corner and we’re outlining the gear you need, whether you’re training for your first 5K or your marathon PR.
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Running Towards Mental Wellness: How Movement Can Transform Your Mind
To mark World Mental Health Month, we speak with four Brooks Running runners who have used the sport to take them on a journey out of the dark places in their lives.
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Training
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How to Increase Your VO2 Max
VO2 max used to be a niche subject amongst core endurance athletes. However, given its relationship to performance, more and more athletes are looking learning about the subject.
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How to Train for a Half Marathon
Training for a half marathon can be daunting, but weeks of training can condition your body to run 13.1 miles with confidence and injury-free.
Triathlon
How to Get Started in Triathlon
Always wanted to give triathlon a go but not sure where to start? We’re here to help the tri-curious take the first step.
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Athlete Intelligence, Heatmaps, Dark Mode & More — The Major Announcements from Camp Strava
Check out the highlights from Camp Strava to learn how we’re using community feedback and artificial intelligence to improve how you connect, plus the launch of Dark Mode.
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Just Launched for Cyclists: All-New Best Efforts Categories
77% of cyclists on Strava achieved a PR in 2023 – and 30% got one in the last month. Are you one of them?
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Calling all Dog Parents! 🐶
Strava and the Fi Collar are partnering to give you and your furry friend a fun way to stay motivated and moving.
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Hiking
The 10 Best Day Hikes on the Planet
From Yosemite Half Dome to Tongariro National Park, there are spectacular day hikes all over the world. But which are the ones you should have on your bucket list?
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(Some Of) The Most Notable World Records on Strava
If a world record is not on Strava, did it even happen? To celebrate the remarkable athletes that make Strava what it is, we have rounded up some of the most notable world records to appear on the platform.
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Recovery Do’s and Don’ts for Cyclists
There's a plethora of techniques and tips to enhance your cycling recovery, and there's also plenty of misinformation. Nike Cook shares his advice on how to ensure your recover well.
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So You Entered Your First Ultramarathon…
You've entered your first ultramarathon (or are thinking about it)... but now what? This is everything you need to know about running long...
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Spotted on Strava: Pogi Wins the Giro, 3 Peaks Record and a Strawberry
When does so many things to look out for on Strava become too many things to look out for on Strava? How about this weekend.
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The 10 Best Hikes in the USA
Any country the size of America will have some great hiking routes, but - even when considering the scale of the nation - the diversity is extraordinary.
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Personality: The Overlooked Key to Athletic Performance
Every athlete knows that physical attributes like speed, endurance, and mobility influence performance. But did you know that personality also has a major impact on athletic development?
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Running Towards Mental Wellness: How Movement Can Transform Your Mind
To mark World Mental Health Month, we speak with four Brooks Running runners who have used the sport to take them on a journey out of the dark places in their lives.
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The World's Most Challenging On-Road Bikepacking Races
Bikepacking races come in various distances and difficulties, but a few have earned global renown for their sheer... toughness.
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Annemiek van Vleuten’s Shift of Gears at the Mallorca 312
Annemiek van Vleuten, renowned for her illustrious cycling career, found a new rhythm at the Mallorca 312 event, trading race records for dance moves.
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Spotted on Strava: Pogacar 'Flagged', Three Peaks & Straight Lines
Tadej Pogacar gets 'flagged' for his performance in the Giro, Imo Boddy attempts the UK's Three Peaks with a twist, and Ivan Cornell added new meaning to straight lining it.
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The ABC of Sports Nutrition: Greek Yogurt, Hummus, Ice Cream & Jell-O
Making the right sports nutrition choices can depend on a number of factors, but perhaps most important is having access to good information.