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How to Run the Perfect Race
Have you ever run a perfect race? In other words, have you ever finished a race knowing you couldn’t possibly have gone any faster?
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.
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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.
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The Beginner's Guide to the Giro d'Italia
The one-day classics are done and spring is in the air, which can mean only one thing… it’s time for the first grand tour of the season, the Giro d’Italia. Here’s Strava’s primer on the race and its long history
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Climbs to Watch at the 2024 Giro d’Italia
For beautiful scenery and superlative racing, there’s plenty to look out for in this year’s Giro d’Italia. Max Leonard spotlights some of the segments where the race will be won - or lost.
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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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8 Tips to Ensure You Have a Great Spring Trail Running Season
As spring beckons, teasing us with the promise of adventure, it's time to lace up those trail shoes and heed the call of the wild.
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How to Get the Most Out of Your Indoor Trainer
Indoor cycling offers a powerful compliment to your outdoor training. Here are seven tips and techniques to help you maximize the benefits of your indoor trainer.
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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.
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Training
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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.
Run
How to Train for a Half Marathon
Training for a half marathon can be daunting, but weeks of training can condition your body to run 13.1 miles with confidence and injury-free.
Ride
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.
What's New
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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.
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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?
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.
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Multi-Sport
The ABC of Sports Nutrition: Greek Yogurt, Hummus, Ice Cream & Jell-O
Making the right sports nutrition choices can depend on a number of factors, but perhaps most important is having access to good information.
Run
10 Ways to Keep Your Run Training Interesting
There are times when your run training can get a little bit... monotonous. Fortunately, there are plenty of things that we can do to keep our training interesting and hit our goals.
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.
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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.
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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.