Jared Beasley
Jared Beasley is a New York-based author and journalist. His 2019 book In Search of Al Howie was awarded the Kirkus Star for literary merit and was chosen by Kirkus Reviews as one of the best indie books of the year. His features have also appeared in Like the Wind, Outside, and various running publications
When Christian Hampshire Couldn’t Outrace Depression, He Planned a Run He’d Never Return From
This is the story of why he’s still here.
Nov 3, 2021
The Navajo Ultrarunner and the Irrepressible Border Collie Pup Who Saved Him
Rancher Eli Neztsosie had embraced isolation, until running and a ranch dog changed his world.
Aug 11, 2021
NYC Runner Finishes Her First Race After Being Hit by a Car and Losing Her Leg Last Year
Kim McCoy has faced many struggles since her amputation, but this is a step toward her biggest goal of running again.
Jul 19, 2021
20 Years Ago He Was in Immigration Purgatory. Now He’s One of the Fastest 40-Somethings Alive
After Memo Morales crossed the border, he ran to alleviate his homesickness. Then he just kept getting faster.
Jun 30, 2021
NYC Nurse Loses Her Leg After Being Hit by a Car During the Heart of the South Race
A GoFundMe has been set up for the ultrarunner who was on vacation from working on the pandemic frontlines.
Jun 26, 2020
Tom McGrath Nearly Drank Himself to Death. Now He’s Using His Life to Help Others
New York’s “Black Sheep” plans one last epic run.
Jan 30, 2020
Al Howie Lived in Poverty, Was Chased by Interpol, and Won Ultras on Beer
The ultramarathon legend would run hundreds of miles to races and then dominate.
Oct 14, 2019
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