8 results for tag: ultramarathon

26.2 Curious Facts about Marathons to Fill your Need for Wonder

The marathon is a test of endurance, spirit, and willpower. It covers 26.2 miles (or 42.195 kilometers), which has become the ultimate challenge for long-distance runners. In the world of running, marathons hold a special place in many runners' and non-runners' hearts. Basic Marathon Facts A marathon is a long-distance ... More

Jeremiah Maestre: a Filipino Runner with Big Dreams and an Even Bigger Heart | Runner Spotlight Series

Jeremiah Maestre is a Filipino-born Orange County runner and martial artist, a father of two, and a man with big dreams and an even bigger heart. He's helped build boxing gyms across the US and coaches combat sports fighters and runners alike. This year, he's heading to the Marathon des Sables to push himself further than ever ... More

Walk Training: How Can Walking Help you Reach Your Running Goals?

Almost a month has passed since 2024 began and millions of people took the opportunity to set new goals. An aspect that many planned to improve on is their fitness. Some want to better their physical well-being while others aim to train for races like the San Francisco Marathon. Whatever the reason, starting a fitness journey ... More

Trail and Ultra Running Special: From Inspiration to Know-How

Welcome to the Trail and Ultra Running Special! Whether you’re new to trails and have never heard of ultrarunning or you’re a seasoned trail beast who has run conquered distances some don’t even like to drive, this one’s for you. Written and edited by Pavlína Marek Sure, roads are great, especially when they take ... More

Race Recap: Victory at the 2018 San Francisco Double Marathon

You may recall technology entrepreneur and trail runner, Scott Dunlap's review of the 2017 BSFM Ultramarathon (see "The Biofreeze San Francisco Marathon 52.4 Mile Ultra - Two Sides Of A Great City": Part I and Part II). Scott tackled the ultra again this year, and WON! Check out his entertaining race recap below! --- Last ... More

The Biofreeze San Francisco Marathon 52.4 Mile Ultra PT. II: Two Sides Of a Great City

Part II of Scott Dunlap's review of The Biofreeze San Francisco Marathon’s Ultra. Ready to tackle the ultra on your own, or as a relay team with your running buddies? Sign up today! — San Francisco Marathon Ultra - The Second Lap The SF Marathon, now in its 40th running, is a BIG race these days. I've run it a few ... More

The Biofreeze San Francisco Marathon 52.4 Mile Ultra PT. I: Two Sides Of a Great City

Curious what experiencing The Biofreeze San Francisco Marathon's Ultra is like? Here's an in-depth review of last year's Ultra, courtesy of technology entrepreneur and trail runner, Scott Dunlap! Don't miss your chance to run with him this year - register today! --- Have you ever been to the Haight Ashbury district of San ... More

How Ultrarunner Hillary Allen Found Hope After a Near Fatal Fall

Calling all ultrarunners! As we near The Biofreeze San Francisco Marathon race day, we wanted to share this amazingly inspiring story (courtesy of Hillary Allen and Skratch Labs) to help motivate you to run your best race yet. Photos: Greg Mionske Once you've hit rock bottom, how do you find the motivation to start again? ... More