The story of Jim Walmsley’s first 100-mile race, approximately 160 km, in 2016. Starting the Western States 100 with the aim of winning it, although he’ll never admit it, he didn’t achieve the goal but became a legend. When faced with a turning point, can you make a mistake, or maybe not!?
Michele Graglia by Guinness
First of all, if you don’t know ABS Man as Madonna (yes, that Madonna) has nicknamed him, go read his beautiful book written with Folco Terzani (yes, the son of that Terzani): Ultra. You’ll read it in less than the 13 minutes of this beautiful video designed for a La Sportiva series, that’s how beautiful […]
We Get to Know Magdalena Boulet
Magdalena Lewy Boulet was born in Poland in 1973 and immigrated as a child, becoming a U.S. citizen in 2001. She qualified second at the 2008 U.S. Olympic Trials but was forced to retire at the 20th kilometer during the Olympic Games. In her debut in ultra distances, she won the Western States 100 (2015), […]
Running by Lake Garda
Running to discover new enchanting places. Today, we take you to the shores of Lake Garda, following the walk from Bardolino to Garda and back to Lazise.
How to Enter Your First Race
The world of running races is an exciting and inspiring environment, open to people of all ages and fitness levels. If you’ve decided to participate in your first running race, congratulations! I’d like to provide you with some guidance to ease your nerves and provide a mini-guide through the rules and essential information you need […]
The UTMB Mont Blanc is renowned as the most competitive trail running ultramarathon, and in 2022, two exceptional athletes, Tom Evans and Emily Hawgood, took on the challenge of covering a 106.5-mile course through the majestic Swiss Alps, starting from Chamonix. Emily, still relatively inexperienced in the UTMB, was participating in the race for only […]
It happens to everyone. It happens often. It’s raining, maybe it’s cold, you’ve worked all day, and the couch is calling you. Close your eyes. Imagine the feeling you get when you’ve finished a run or a workout. That freshness, that pride, that sense of accomplishment. Now think about how you feel when you decide […]