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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.
Amby Burfoot
Apr 10, 2023
Running and Menopause: The 9 Ways I Made It Through the Roughest Running Year to Date
Running and Menopause: The 9 Ways I Made It Through the Roughest Ru...
Learn from my experience and avoid the setbacks menopause can bring to your runs
Normi Coto, PhD
Mar 2
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
Jeff Barton
Jul 23, 2023
Stop Saying Women Shouldn’t Run Alone
Stop Saying Women Shouldn’t Run Alone
Statistically we’re in far more danger at home
christina hughes babb
Mar 9
The Norwegian Training Model
The Norwegian Training Model
Behind the success of Olympic champion Jakob Ingebrigtsen
Siren Amelia Seiler
Aug 16, 2023
Qualifying for the Boston Marathon Took More Than Running
Qualifying for the Boston Marathon Took More Than Running
How trauma nearly kept me from achieving my running goals
Rochelle Finzel
May 9
My Best Race Ever
My Best Race Ever
What it took to achieve second place
Tony Stubblebine
Dec 27, 2023
Why Trail Running Isn’t As Welcoming As You Believe It Is
Why Trail Running Isn’t As Welcoming As You Believe It Is
Early this year, Western States Endurance Race (WSER) sponsor GU Energy Labs posted on Instagram that they were giving away two entries to…
Cherie Louise Turner
Jul 1
Chasing a Body
Chasing a Body
Content warning: This essay includes mentions of body dysmorphia.
Emily Popek
Oct 31
Trending Stories
Do Foot Orthoses Help Runners in Pain
Do Foot Orthoses Help Runners in Pain
Combining research and clinical practice to find the answer
Zachary Walston, PT, DPT, OCS
Oct 8
Run Towards Old Age and Beyond Like a Happy Maniac
Run Towards Old Age and Beyond Like a Happy Maniac
Or do you believe running is bad for you?
Diane Brander
Nov 1
I Ran My First Race in Five Years
I Ran My First Race in Five Years
It’s good to be back!
Stephen Hands
Oct 23
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.
The Running Physio
Jul 18, 2020
What to Consider When Choosing Your First Marathon
What to Consider When Choosing Your First Marathon
Crowds, costs, and course — find out what matters most when selecting your debut marathon
Adam Dipinto
Oct 20
3 Powerful Reasons Runners Over 40 Should Focus on Enjoyment Over Speed — and How it Leads to…
3 Powerful Reasons Runners Over 40 Should Focus on Enjoyment Over S...
And how it leads to better performance
Dan Moriarity
Oct 2
Why Do My Hands Swell When I Run?
Why Do My Hands Swell When I Run?
As a Doctor of Physical Therapy, my goal with every injured runner is to not only treat the pain but to dive deeper into why it’s…
Dr. Abby Siler, DPT
Oct 21
Run the Mile You’re In
Run the Mile You’re In
A mantra for challenges on and off the road
APSolimando
Nov 4
How to Return to Running After a Grade 3 Femoral Stress Reaction
How to Return to Running After a Grade 3 Femoral Stress Reaction
This is the article I needed to read 16 weeks ago
Siren Amelia Seiler
Nov 10, 2023
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