Strava Stories
Run
All StoriesTrail 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.
Trail Running
Running Among Giants: Exploring Iceland’s Trail Running Scene
Discover why Iceland stands out as a premier destination for trail running enthusiasts seeking unparalleled challenges, rich culture, and natural beauty.
Run
How San Francisco’s Running Scene Is Reaching New Heights
Discover why San Francisco is hailed as America's top running city and meet the pioneering run clubs and iconic race reshaping its vibrant scene.
Ride
All StoriesRide
Build Back Stronger with a Cycling Overload Block
By subjecting yourself to a training load that your body is not used to, you will build back stronger and prepare better for your next event.
Ride
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.
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
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?
Paid Partnership
Run
Run into Spring: Essential Gear for Racing Season
As days get longer and temperatures get warmer spring racing season is right around the corner and we’re outlining the gear you need, whether you’re training for your first 5K or your marathon PR.
Paid Partnership
Multi-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.
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Training
All StoriesSkiing
How To Train for a Multi-Day Ski Traverse
With a huge ski trip beckoning, it was time to design a training program and get to work! Here’s how it went.
Run
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.
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.
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
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.
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.
Run
How San Francisco’s Running Scene Is Reaching New Heights
Discover why San Francisco is hailed as America's top running city and meet the pioneering run clubs and iconic race reshaping its vibrant scene.