Micah Ling
Writer
Micah Ling is a freelance writer who lives in the mountains of Colorado. She splits her free time between mountain biking and trail running.
This Runner’s Mileage Is Determined by the Day of the Month
At the beginning of each month, Mark Dowdle’s mileage is low, but by the end, it’s very high. So far he’s halfway through a year and he’s learned a lot.
Parents of NCAA Runner Sue School and Coach Over Daughter’s Death
Julia Pernsteiner, a member of the Jacksonville University cross-country and track teams, died by suicide in November of 2021.
110 Ultra Trail Runners Evacuated from Race Course
Heavy rains caused a river to overflow, stranding runners in freezing temperatures during the Southern Lakes Ultra in New Zealand.
Missoula Runners Took On Mt. Sentinel in the Name of Air Quality
The Up for Air series empowers organizations working for clean air.
These Hopi Athletes Are Running Boston for a Larger Mission—and You Can Help
“There’s so much pride in running [the Boston Marathon]. It makes me so proud to represent who we are and where we’re from.”
Lacing Up These Shoes Made Me Feel Like I Was Going to the Olympics
I had never worn shoes with such purpose. Shoes that allowed me to both feel the soft ground, and dig through it.
Feeling Uneasy About Races Right Now? Just Trust Your Gut, Like Amelia Boone
Boone was ready for her first race amid the pandemic, but canceled last minute—and set an FKT instead.
How Running in Moccasins Empowered This Navajo Marathoner
For Harold Bennally, traditional footwear combines running's physical elements with the spiritual.
How This Father Is Creating a Better Space for His Son to Grow Up In Through Fitness
“I kept thinking, ‘How can I serve AJ, long term, and how can I serve other people’s kids?”
This Father and Son Ran Every Day to School to Help the Environment
Third-grader Simon Cane and his dad, Jonathan, logged their miles 115 days in a row.