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What Held Up Under Pressure In June
June had a theme and I didn't plan it: find out what holds up under pressure. With summer in full swing, we're finding out which products are holding their own and what our athletes are really made of.
13 Days: Coming Back to Western States — and Going Straight to Hardrock
Thirteen days. That's all the recovery window Tara Dower gets between toeing the line at Western States and then again at Hardrock. After last year's DNF, she's not just chasing redemption — she's chasing two of the hardest 100-milers in the sport, back to back.
Summer Gel Hack: We Tested 25+ Frozen Gels So You Don't Have To
The summer heat is on, which means your fueling plan may need a little tuning. Hotter training can change both your needs and your products. We froze 25+ gels to find out which ones will transform your training and which ones you should avoid.
Packing for Performance: My International Triathlon Nutrition Strategy
When you spend just as much time traveling to events as you do training for them, you learn a thing or two about how to pack a bag. From nutrition while flying to race day fuel, Erika Ackerlund shares her tips for packing for performance when traveling internationally.
The Best Energy Chews for Marathon Running
Energy chews can be a useful tool for marathon runners. Chews solve some of the fueling problems athletes face through variety in texture, flavor format, delivery, and portion size. This guide covers the best options for marathon runners, how to use them across all 26.2 miles, and where they fit in your race-day fueling plan.
Beets vs. Broccoli: The Two Hottest Performance Products of 2026
You wouldn't think that the two most influential products of 2026 would come from plain old veggies. Here are the products leading the charge on performance gains and what you should know about them.
What Are The Best Water Bottles in 2026?
The right water bottle depends on what you're doing with it. A lightweight race bidon built for cage fit and high flow at 25 mph is a different tool than a vacuum-insulated steel bottle designed to keep your drink cold across a full workday. This guide covers the best options across cycling, everyday carry, and everything in between.
How Much Creatine Should I Take? What the Research Says
Creatine is one of the few supplements with decades of research behind it and a list of proven performance benefits. The question most people get stuck on isn't whether to take it — it's how much. This guide breaks down the dosage based on training, goals, weight, and points you to the best options.