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As ultras have grown in popularity, the runners seem to get younger, and the times have gotten faster. So, while there are more 100-mile races than ever, tight cutoff times still leave many older runners missing out.

Coming back from a run to write about artificial intelligence (AI) and how it’s taking over our lives is somewhat ironic. But it’s a juxtaposition we can no longer ignore. To pretend AI isn’t extending its digital tendrils into every facet of modern life is to live with your head in the sand. 

This week’s ultramarathon race results include Bull Run Run 50, American River 50, Diablo Trails Challenge, and Weymouth Woods 50K.

I didn’t drive to the start of my first ultra. Instead, I left my third-floor New York apartment around 4:30 a.m., walked to Second Avenue and got on the M15 bus headed for South Ferry on the southern tip on Manhattan.

Finding the right running tights can be tough. We’ve tested a few models, some which offer comfort, fit, protection or a little of each, to help make selecting the right ones just a bit easier.

This week’s ultramarathon race calendar features American River 50, Rockin’ K, The Country Mile, Run Across CT 123, and Hill of a Race.