The Solace Seeker: Running the Alps in Record Time.
In the summer of 2021, Karel Sabbe ran the Via Alpina in just 30 days. Averaging two marathons on a daily basis, he navigated the route 14 days faster than anybody else. As well as the Alps, Karel overcame sleep deprivation, illness and extreme weather. And he did it all with a camera crew in tow, documenting every step. This is the story of Karel's Via Alpina FKT.
Join the R/O/C Crew in 2022The R/O/C Crew is made up of a diverse group of athletes. From photographers and outdoor adventurers to professional athletes and nutritionists, these people are passionate about one thing: running. You might have heard of them before - they used to be the On Run Crew - but for 2022, they’re getting a new name and you can join them. Let’s meet the R/O/C Crew.- The couch to 5K training guideYour first 5K can be daunting – especially, if you’re new to running. With a proper training plan and some helpful tips, we’ll get you out on the road in no time.
- Chasing snow and their Olympic dream – the Swiss siblings on the way to BeijingWhen you grow up together on the ski slopes of Davos, it’s hard not to form a strong bond. And it’s this bond that keeps cross-country skiers Désirée and Cédric Steiner pushing hard towards their common goal: representing Switzerland at the 2022 Beijing Olympic Winter Games.
- How movement boosts creativityLooking for inspiration? Science suggests you won’t find it sat staring at a blank page. We explore the link between exercise and creativity.
- The Milimani Runners: Meet the new Kenyan Trail Running TeamOn the track and road, Kenyans are a force to be reckoned with, but the same impact is yet to be had on the trail, until now. Introducing: The Milimani Runners. Seven elite runners hoping to take the trail world by storm.
- For every runner: Getting everyone to the starting lineRunning should be for everyone. It shouldn’t matter whether you’ve just convinced yourself to lace up for the first time or you’re prepping for your 50th marathon. All you have to do to be a runner is start running. But for some, going for a run is not quite as simple as just lacing up your running shoes.
- What makes waterproof gear waterproof?Waterproof shoes and apparel unlock the adventure potential of places that don’t offer year-round sunshine. But how does high-performance gear that’s lightweight and breathable also keep wind and water out? Let’s uncover the clever tech behind our waterproof gear.
- Where sustainability meets adventure: A look at responsible travelHead with us to Norway and discover how one travel specialist is combining high-end adventures with low carbon emissions.
- OAC Makes History in BostonOn Athletics Club teammates Oliver Hoare and George Beamish smashed even their own pre-race expectations as they both set national indoor 5000m records, for Australia and New Zealand respectively, to clinch first and second place in a historic night in Boston for the OAC.
