Strava Stories
Run
All StoriesRun
Running the Boston & London Marathons... In a Week
Two of the world’s biggest marathons take place just six days apart. What’s it like to run both of them in the same week?
Run
Anya Culling: Running with the London Marathon Elite Field
In 2024, Anya Culling lined up as one of just sixteen Elite Women in the London Marathon. Here, she reflects on her experiences at the London Marathon, and how it felt racing with the best runners in the world.
Trail Running
Transgrancanaria Classic: What It’s Like to Run 128km Across Gran Canaria
Ultramarathons used to be a pursuit only a few hardy runners pursued. Not any more. But what is it like to run one? Howard Calvert takes us through the physical and psychological effects of running the Transgrancanaria Classic 128km race.
Ride
All StoriesRide
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.
Ride
2024 Giro d’Italia Preview
The 2024 Giro d'Italia will test some of the world's best riders to their limits. The 21 stage race starts on Saturday May 4, finishing in Rome three weeks later.
Multi-Sport
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.
From Our Partners
All StoriesMulti-Sport
Be a Traveler and a Runner with Westin Hotels’ 7 Scenic Routes
Traveling often disrupts our routines, especially when it comes to staying active. To help combat that, we’ve teamed up with Westin Hotels & Resorts to unlock a global collection of locally-curated active routes.
Paid Partnership
Run
How Team Milk’s Every Woman’s Marathon Is Redefining the Race Experience
Every Woman’s Marathon, powered by Team Milk is not just a race. It's a supportive community where women of all abilities and speeds can come together to celebrate movement.
Paid Partnership
Trail Running
Expert Tips for Vert(ical) Training and Mastering Trail Running
Prepare yourself for the ups (and downs) of trail running by incorporating vert training, featuring tips from 3 Brooks Trail Runners including Hillary ‘Hillygoat’ Allen.
Paid Partnership
Training
All StoriesRide
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.
Multi-Sport
How To Stay Fit While Traveling
Charlie shares a host of useful tools and tactics that you can use to stay in shape while traveling.
Ride
Low Risk, High Reward: The Polarized Training Method for Cyclists
Can you make significant performance and fitness gains with just three types of rides? The science says yes.
What's New
All StoriesStrava Updates
Athlete Intelligence, Heatmaps, Dark Mode & More — The Major Announcements from Camp Strava
Check out the highlights from Camp Strava to learn how we’re using community feedback and artificial intelligence to improve how you connect, plus the launch of Dark Mode.
Ride
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?
Multi-Sport
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.
Latest Stories
Run
Running the Boston & London Marathons... In a Week
Two of the world’s biggest marathons take place just six days apart. What’s it like to run both of them in the same week?
Strava Updates
Athlete Intelligence, Heatmaps, Dark Mode & More — The Major Announcements from Camp Strava
Check out the highlights from Camp Strava to learn how we’re using community feedback and artificial intelligence to improve how you connect, plus the launch of Dark Mode.
Triathlon
The Real Reason You’re Not Getting Faster at Swimming
Most triathletes head to the pool and swim up and down at the same steady pace wondering why they never improve. We’re here to help you unlock that next level.
Multi-Sport
Strava Guide: How to Get Started on Strava
New to Strava? We’ve got you. If you're looking to learn about how to get the best out of Strava, let us help. In this guide we'll focus on the first things anyone new to Strava should do.
Hiking
Ten of the Best Urban Hikes in the USA
The words "urban" and "hiking" aren't usually used in the same sentence, but even in America's most densely populated concrete jungles, there are some beautiful walks.
Run
Anya Culling: Racing (and Surviving) The Speed Project
Anya Culling recounts her stories from The Speed Project - a 341 miles / 550km relay race that pits teams and individuals against California towns and deserts.
Ride
The Secret to Climbing Faster on the Bike
After dispelling some myths of climbing by bike, we offer tips on how you should climb given your type of physiological engine.
Trail Running
Expert Tips for Vert(ical) Training and Mastering Trail Running
Prepare yourself for the ups (and downs) of trail running by incorporating vert training, featuring tips from 3 Brooks Trail Runners including Hillary ‘Hillygoat’ Allen.
Paid Partnership
Triathlon
How to Get Started in Triathlon
Always wanted to give triathlon a go but not sure where to start? We’re here to help the tri-curious take the first step.
Run
Anya Culling: Running with the London Marathon Elite Field
In 2024, Anya Culling lined up as one of just sixteen Elite Women in the London Marathon. Here, she reflects on her experiences at the London Marathon, and how it felt racing with the best runners in the world.
Multi-Sport
The ABC of Sports Nutrition: Dairy, Eggs, Flaxseed
Sports nutrition can be a minefield of information and, let's be honest, misinformation. As part of her ABC series shining a light on foods that can help with your performance and recovery.
Multi-Sport
Spotted on Strava: Grand Tours, Epic Runs... and a Donkey
From the start of one Grand Tour to the finish of another, by way of a running year with a twist, and a donkey, there was plenty to watch out for on Strava this week.