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The 5-Week Marathon Plan That Works

February 15, 2026

The 5-Week Marathon Plan That Works How to Train Smart — Whether You're an Ambitious or Seasoned Runner Training for ...

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How much faster will you get if you lose weight?

January 20, 2026

Have you ever wondered how much faster you would get if you lost 20 pounds? In this post, we dive into the topic of t...

How Many Miles a Beginner Ultra Runner Runs (Full Year)

January 11, 2026

What a Full Year of Ultra Training Actually Looks Like (Beginner Runner) I ran 10 ultramarathons in the past 12 mont...

By James Holk - Running for beginners, new runner, how to get into running

How I Went From a 3-Mile Max to Actually Enjoying Distance Running

September 03, 2025

Every time I tried to run farther, it felt impossible. My heart rate would skyrocket, my breathing was out of control...

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May 04, 2025

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About Us -Callie Ammons

February 16, 2025

Callie shares the story behind 55 Miles—how a family rooted in the outdoors, a transformative 55-mile ultra race, and...

The Ultimate Guide to Blister Blocker: How I Went From 9 Blisters to Zero on My 100K

November 30, 2025

Blisters can turn an amazing run or hike into a painful grind. When friction, heat, and moisture build up, your skin ...

55 Miles Blog

The 5-Week Marathon Plan That Works

How much faster will you get if you lose weight?

How Many Miles a Beginner Ultra Runner Runs (Full Year)

How I Went From a 3-Mile Max to Actually Enjoying Distance Running

Claim your FREE Anti-Chafe Salve

About Us -Callie Ammons

The Ultimate Guide to Blister Blocker: How I Went From 9 Blisters to Zero on My 100K

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The 5-Week Marathon Plan That Works

How much faster will you get if you lose weight?

How Many Miles a Beginner Ultra Runner Runs (Full Year)

How I Went From a 3-Mile Max to Actually Enjoying Distance Running

Claim your FREE Anti-Chafe Salve

About Us -Callie Ammons

The Ultimate Guide to Blister Blocker: How I Went From 9 Blisters to Zero on My 100K

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