When a mere 26.2 miles won't do it; or if 'pavement' is optional, there are ultra marathons and trail races. This forum specifically addresses the challenges and rewards of pushing past what others strive to reach.

Sub-Forums: Ultra and trail race report archive

Customized Training Programs from "Beginner 5K plans" to Beyond the marathon. These training programs have been written by runners - members of Kickrunners.com. All training programs here are free to registered users.

When just running isn't enough... This is the place for triathletes, duathletes, cyclists, swimmers, and any combination!

New to running? We all started somewhere. This forum is especially for new runners or those who want to start running. Post your questions, comments, struggles and victories here.

Ok.. You're now in the 'Running Zone" - Here's where you talk about all things Running. From Track Meets to Triathalons and every racing event in between - anything about running and competing, other than your race and run reports. This is what it's all about.

You've finished your race or your daily run. We want to hear about it! Post your daily run or race reports here and encourage other runners. Don't forget to report any race - from Tri Events to Ultra'. If you completed it, we want to read about it! The best motivation comes from reading the successes of others!

Every race has an expo where you can check out all the latest in running gear. Here's the place to talk about your new shoes; that great watch; or newest in coolmax clothing. Questions, comments and reviews of all things in the runners arsenal.

The Virtual Race Across America: The best motivational team focused exercise event on the Internet. Motivate your team mates and trash talk the other teams as you compete to be the first team to complete the route

Every community has Running Clubs. Clubs built upon a common theme or interest. From Real Life Running Clubs to "Virtual" Running Clubs, this forum has clubs within - each with a specific common bond. If you want to post a meet up or find out where other Kickrunners are congregating - or which race is an "Official" KR Event - Post that information here in the main club area. Who knows, you might create your OWN CLUB!

Fort hose who like 80s music and movies, cookies and beer, sweating like 10 whole men, wimmins...oh and running too!

A supportive place where parents inspire each other to become great runners and even better parents.

We're old and we know everything about running. If you are old and want to know it all too, or think you already do, this is the place for you. We also have Pie.

Runners come in all shapes and sizes. Not every body is long legged and slender - Though we may not be the typical body type, we still love our sport!

For all of our Northern Neighbors - with your own set of challenges and running uniqueness - here's your club! 'eh!

If you're looking for runners from your neck of the woods, here's the place to find them. Post your location and see who shows up. You may even find your next running partner!

Everyone knows there's more to running than just running! This forum is for discussions on non running exercise programs from the Weight Room to the Pilates Room; from spinning to swimming. Here's the place to discuss any exercise regimens other than running.

Every runner knows the importance of a good diet and adequate fueling to maximize their running experience. This forum is for all things nutritional.

Sometimes you have to experience the run from the sideline - It's a fact of our sport - It's not a matter of "if" you get injured, It's simply a matter of when. If you have a question or topic that relates to running injuries - here's your area to discuss those topics

Here's the place to just hang out. All non-running topics are welcome here. Talk about anything you'd like - Share stories, start hot debates, or just waste time. You don't even have to be a runner to enter this tent!

Sub-Forums: The Penny Arcade, The Book Club

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Sub-Forums: The Hall of Fame - POTD Archives, Cool Running - Home away from Home, The Hall of Fame - ROTD Archives