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‘Running Saved my Life’: Sophie Grace Holmes on Living with Cystic Fibrosis
Sophie Grace Holmes defies Cystic Fibrosis as an ultra-endurance athlete. Here, she shares how living each day to the fullest fuels both her sporting success and her passion for life.
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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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The London Marathon: The Hidden History Along the Race Route
For 26.2 miles, runners at the London Marathon are surrounded by the long and storied history of the Capital of the United Kingdom. Whether you're running the race, spectating, or watching from home, here are things to look out for.
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The Surprising History of Paris–Roubaix
Here’s Strava’s lowdown on history of the ‘Hell of the North’, the most famous of cycling’s one-day Classic races, plus the most important segments to watch when race day comes.
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Adventures of a Lifetime: The World’s Most Challenging Off-Road Bikepacking Races
The number of grueling multi-day off-road races has skyrocketed in recent years. We highlight some of the most adventurous, most challenging events in the world.
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Paris-Roubaix: The Key Strava Segments
The 2024 Paris-Roubaix and Paris-Roubaix Femmes promises to deliver one of the most anticipated races of the Spring. Max Leonard previews the course and the segments that can make or break the riders.
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The New Secret Weapon in Sports: Sleep
It's no secret that sleep is a game-changer when it comes to sports performance, but how can you optimize yours?
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CJ Albertson: A 2:10 Pro Marathoner’s Unique Coaching Tips
Meet CJ Albertson – 2:10:07 pro marathoner for Brooks Running, dad of two, running coach extraordinaire, and master of the quirkiest marathon training methods.
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How Pro Cyclists' Lives Have Gotten More Complex in the Last 10 Years
Over the past 10 years, the lives of professional cyclists have gotten dramatically more complex... and that's not always a bad thing, argues Jim van den Berg.
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How To Train for a 5K
Training for your first 5k can be hard, but following a schedule and learning about holistic running training will vastly help your progression.
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Segment Hunting? Try These Must-Do Workouts
If you're in the business of segment hunting, there are a few key workouts you should build into your week to help you bag that QOM or KOM.
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The Secrets to Creating a Successful Training Program
It can be difficult to figure out which training program is for you, so in this article, Charlie gives some basic, common-sense rules to apply when trying to make sense of all the noise.
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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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Get a Bird’s-Eye View With Flyover
Capture every mile, every switchback, and every climb with Strava's all-new Flyover feature.
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The London Marathon: The Hidden History Along the Race Route
For 26.2 miles, runners at the London Marathon are surrounded by the long and storied history of the Capital of the United Kingdom. Whether you're running the race, spectating, or watching from home, here are things to look out for.
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Strava Segments With The Most Efforts: How Many Have You Completed?
Which are the most popular Strava segments in the world? Our experts have analyzed the stats, crunched the numbers, and come up with a list of some of the segments most completed by athletes in different distance categories.
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Zahra Rose: Inspiring the Next Generation of Muslim Runners
Join Zahra Rose Alazaibi's inspiring journey as she breaks barriers, fosters Muslim representation, and empowers the next generation in the UK's running scene.
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Adventures of a Lifetime: The World’s Most Challenging Off-Road Bikepacking Races
The number of grueling multi-day off-road races has skyrocketed in recent years. We highlight some of the most adventurous, most challenging events in the world.
Run
‘Running Saved my Life’: Sophie Grace Holmes on Living with Cystic Fibrosis
Sophie Grace Holmes defies Cystic Fibrosis as an ultra-endurance athlete. Here, she shares how living each day to the fullest fuels both her sporting success and her passion for life.
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9 Legendary 100-Mile Ultramarathon Races
Running can be an addictive sport. One minute you're tackling your first 5K, the next you're wondering just how far you can go...
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Runners to Follow at London Marathon 2024
One of the great marathon events of the year, the London Marathon attracts more than 54,000 runners from around the world. But who should you follow?
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How To Maintain Your Training Consistency When Life 'Gets In The Way'
Whatever our exercise intentions, life can often ‘get in the way’ of them. However, there are some simple things you can do to help manage your mind - and your body - to stay motivated and consistent in your training.
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Runners to Follow at Boston Marathon 2024
One of the most revered events on the running calendar, but who to follow at the 2024 Boston Marathon. This is our list of Strava Athletes you will want to be sharing the kudos with.
Strava Updates
It Just Got Easier To Plan A Route With Strava Maps
With the new-look Strava maps, it’s a lot – and we mean a lot – easier for subscribers to get and use a new route custom-built for you.
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Roadie, MTB… Both?! Don’t Let a Tribal Mindset Limit Your Cycling
Cycling can often be a tribal activity. But if cyclists like roadies and MTBers can put their differences aside, moving between disciplines can have real benefits for everyone who enjoys being on two wheels.
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Nutrition Strategies: Making or Breaking Your Race
Nutrition can make or break a race, especially in endurance events. But while most athletes see nutrition through the lens of fuel or recovery, it is also an integral part of optimizing your performance.