Gear Of The Week: Ensō Roller
Use this nifty gadget to aid recovery, increase flexibility or boost circulation.
Author
Allison Pattillo
Allison grew up playing field hockey, but secretly lived for the annual Presidential Physical Fitness Test mile run. She started running in college and switched mostly to trails after moving to Colorado. So far she’s raced trail 5Ks to 55Ks, with some multi-day stage races and a Boston Qualifier mixed in for fun. She is two decades into her quest to find the perfect running dog and will gladly let the right one chew her shoes.
My Stories
30 Years On: The First Women’s U.S. Olympic Trials Marathon
The 1984 women's U.S. Olympic Trials Marathon helped changed running forever.
Down & Dirty: Trail Running In National Parks
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Down & Dirty: Getting Back On The Trails
Spring is here, which means so is trail running. Here’s how to get started for the season.
Down & Dirty: Taking Your Goal-Setting Off-Road
Combine your hard-earned off-road skills with these goal-setting tips for a rewarding race day experience.
Down & Dirty: Trail Racing vs. Road Racing
Two converted road racers share their three best tips for tackling off-road racing.
DIY Snow-Running Spikes
Stud your shoes with hex-head sheet metal screws to gain traction and security on ice and snow.
Down & Dirty: Messy Miles
Tips for running on snowy, muddy and icy trails.
Down & Dirty: Growth Is Good, But Growing Pains Hurt Trail Running
The influx of trail and other off-road races seems to be causing a backlash.