When I started running and traveling more to epic places, I gradually became more conscious of the comfort of my life: beautiful trails, clean air, great food, clean water… things that I took for granted, but they’re not! I tried to figure out ways to live, run and travel in a responsible and fun way, […]
Spartathlon, running in the footsteps of Pheidippides
“I’d like to think myself as a messenger. I want to inspire, give the message that something is doable, it is not improbable… everything is possible as far as I am concerned as long as you go for it.” Yiannis Kouros Until more efficient ways of transport were developed, running was a common way to […]
Badwater 135, the world’s toughest foot race
Badwater 135 The 41st edition of the STYR Labs Badwater 135, known globally as “the world’s toughest foot race”, will take place July 23-25, 2018 in Death Valley, California, USA. The most challenging part of the race is the heat, as temperatures can reach 130 °F (54 °C). Up to 100 BadAsses will toe the […]
Tobias Lundgren: from sedentary lifestyle to Spartathlon
“For many people, comfort is the goal in life. But comfort is not the same as happiness.” Tobias Lundgren Running to feel alive Swedish ultra runner Tobias Lundgren runs every day, all year long. “Running is part of me. To understand my body and mind; this is what keeps me going,” he says. But it […]
Planning a new running adventure?
7 scenic races that opened their door today
No better way to start the year than committing yourself to a new training goal! Here are 7 awesome races that just opened their doors for registration on 1 January 2018. Some of them close within just 4 days and fill up quickly, so check it out! Pacific Crest Trail 50 An out-and-back 50-miles course […]