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I Won the 1968 Boston Marathon. And Ran Many More. After the Bombs, Everything Changed

I Won the 1968 Boston Marathon. And Ran Many More. After the Bombs, Everything Changed

There’s a time to run for the win. And a time to realize that other things are more important.
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Amby Burfoot
Track & Field Has a Popularity Problem. Here’s How to Fix It

Track & Field Has a Popularity Problem. Here’s How to Fix It

Full disclosure: I am a fan of Track & Field. I am a competitive runner and serve on the board of a running club with a national…
Go to the profile of Chip Scarinzi
Chip Scarinzi
Running and Marijuana: Is It the New Runner’s High?

Running and Marijuana: Is It the New Runner’s High?

Edibles, trail running, and how the two can impact your life
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Jeff Barton
Should Runners Give Up Drinking?

Should Runners Give Up Drinking?

Alcohol can be part of an athletic lifestyle, but there are trade-offs for health and performance
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Elizabeth Knight, PhD
The Norwegian Training Model

The Norwegian Training Model

Behind the success of Olympic champion Jakob Ingebrigtsen
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Siren Amelia Seiler
When Losing Turns Out to Be a Gift

When Losing Turns Out to Be a Gift

The pursuit of life lessons–not the thrill of victory–led my husband and me to encourage our son to run
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J.C. Anne Brown
Have Finishers At the Boston Marathon Gotten Slower?

Have Finishers At the Boston Marathon Gotten Slower?

In this post, we’ll explore data on runners who finish the Boston Marathon to see whether they’ve gotten faster or slower in recent years.
Go to the profile of Brian Rock
Brian Rock
Why Female Athletes Are Faster, Until They Aren’t.

Why Female Athletes Are Faster, Until They Aren’t.

I grew up with a lot of boys around me. I was the first granddaughter in the family which meant that I spent most of my time running…
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Kate Mihevc Edwards
The Chicago Marathon: Are the Fastest Runners Getting Faster?

The Chicago Marathon: Are the Fastest Runners Getting Faster?

I analyzed the race results from 1996 to 2022. What do they have to say about finishing times and field composition for the race?
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Brian Rock
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Have Runners at the Boston Marathon Gotten Older? Another Look at the Data

Have Runners at the Boston Marathon Gotten Older? Another Look at the Data

I’ve been working on a project to explore data on marathon finishing times across major US marathons over the last 40 years.
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Brian Rock
Run with a World Class Stride. Keep Running at 70, 90, even 102. New Adidas $500 Shoes vs Top Nikes

Run with a World Class Stride. Keep Running at 70, 90, even 102. Ne...

PLUS: Here comes Covid again — but exercise can help. The Boston Marathon has a big problem. How to sleep better for faster performance
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Amby Burfoot
Your Running Cadence Doesn’t Matter As Much as You Think

Your Running Cadence Doesn’t Matter As Much as You Think

Please don’t live and die by doing 180 steps per minute.
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David Liira, Kin.
A Simple Test to Determine Your VO2 Max

A Simple Test to Determine Your VO2 Max

No lab equipment required
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Suzie Glassman
4 Reasons Why Running Is Better for You Than Cycling

4 Reasons Why Running Is Better for You Than Cycling

I know this is bound to stir up some controversy. I think recreational running is better for you than recreational cycling.
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The Running Physio
Yes, You Can Lose Weight Running

Yes, You Can Lose Weight Running

How I lost 65 pounds by outrunning my bad diet -and finding a better life
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Kate Salina
A Few Killer Running Tips Everyone Should Know About…but Don’t

A Few Killer Running Tips Everyone Should Know About…but Don’t

Do you want an edge for your next race?
Go to the profile of David Liira, Kin.
David Liira, Kin.
Want To Get Stronger Without Going to the Gym?

Want To Get Stronger Without Going to the Gym?

5 Bodyweight Exercises Designed Specifically for Runners
Go to the profile of David Liira, Kin.
David Liira, Kin.
How to Fund Raise Without Annoying Everybody!

How to Fund Raise Without Annoying Everybody!

A New Way to Raise Money for Charities
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David Runs World
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