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One longtime running editor unveils his plan to make the Olympic Marathon a less boring, must-see event
After recovering quickly from the emergency surgery on July 5, Miller was hopeful to start the 100-mile race through Colorado's San Juan Mountains
This is the race women runners have been waiting for
The three-time Olympian and 1,500-meter world-champion has made big changes in order to race 26.2 miles against the best in the U.S.
With the Olympics, otherworldly shoes, and trail running at a crossroads, 2024 could be the most fascinating year in running ever
The most versatile runner on the planet gave us a marathon debut for the ages
Rest, relaxation, and running shoes鈥攜ou鈥檒l see some of the most spectacular places in the world at these races
Following significant athlete pushback, USA Track & Field moved the race鈥檚 start time earlier. But the governing body also needs to offer Trials host cities a better deal to prevent similar issues in the future.聽
We looked at thousands of data points from Strava to see which American marathon is more difficult
The Sydney Marathon will award a provisional star to Abbott World Marathon Majors Age Group Championship competitors in 2024
The 2018 Boston Marathon champ is happy to shake up her goals as a new masters competitor after setting the American Record at the Chicago Marathon
For elite amateur marathoners, qualifying for the Olympic Trials is the ultimate life goal. Bakline鈥檚 McKirdy Micro Marathon removes the challenges of running a fast 26.2.
But Sifan Hassan just might be
After two new marathon world records, it鈥檚 time to reevaluate why marathoners are getting faster and what comes next
If you鈥檙e not a cold-weather athlete, these races are your chance to smash those miles before hibernation season
With cool temperatures expected, this year鈥檚 race should once again produce fast times
These commonly neglected training strategies will increase the likelihood of your fastest marathon鈥攁nd they couldn鈥檛 be easier
One of the largest marathons in the world to draw in 30,000 runners from all 50 states
The G.O.A.T. just secured a record-breaking fifth victory at the Berlin Marathon, but his days are numbered. Who鈥檚 next in line? Many are looking at Joshua Cheptegei, a 27-year-old from Uganda.
The singer, songwriter, and guitarist for the Postal Service and Death Cab for Cutie applies the same approach to ultramarathons that he does to touring: just keep moving
Here鈥檚 how you can watch the race, track runners, and register for next year
Celebrate the Southern California fitness lifestyle with this popular oceanfront race course that runs along the spectacular pacific shoreline
The Under Armour HOVR Machina 3 Clone is made for the high mileage runner looking to finish strong
This new documentary on 国产吃瓜黑料 Watch follows a 20-year journey of one runner鈥檚 dream to become a six-star marathon finisher and increase representation in the running community
A playlist to make those long, painful miles go by swiftly
The Tucson-born runner will race for Team USA in the world championships marathon on August 27 in Budapest
D鈥橝mato, Susanna Sullivan, and Lindsay Flanagan will race in the women鈥檚 world championship marathon for Team USA on August 26 in Budapest
The latest update from the Adidas Adios line restores the franchise鈥檚 snappy, dependable ride and makes it one of the highest performing, non-carbon-plated trainers on the market today
Welcome to 国产吃瓜黑料 Run鈥檚 guide to marathon training and racing with training plans, advice, race strategies, and more
While Jeannie Rice and Jenny Hitchings are busy setting masters world records, their differences in training are even more instructive than their similarities
More money means a greater risk for corruption, but professional running needs something to shake up the status quo
After running faster than Khalid Khannouchi and Galen Rupp, Canada鈥檚 fastest marathoner is riding the wave to the Paris 2024 Olympics
In-race data collected during the world championships sheds new light on how top endurance athletes avoid overheating
Despite the proliferation of destination marathons, some runners are making a conscientious decision to stay closer to home. But they wouldn鈥檛 judge you. 聽聽
City and race organizers will honor Boston Marathon victims and first responders on April 15
After moving from Kenya to Colorado, the two-time world champion and Olympic silver medalist is ready to compete
Here鈥檚 what organizers of the world's oldest annual marathon are doing to limit its carbon footprint, and how athletes can do the same
The world silver medalist鈥檚 memoir, 鈥楾he Longest Race,鈥 lays bare why female athletes may never realize their full potential under systems still rife with inequity, abuse, and harassment
Since Linden began her career, there鈥檚 been a dramatic shift in how professional runners promote and present themselves to the world. We caught up with her about her new podcast, the expansion of running media, and how she decides whether to fire off a spicy tweet.聽聽
The kindness of a stranger helped the organizer for the Boston Marathon overcome tragedy. Now she wants to pass the gift along, every day.
Why running is one of the biggest philanthropic sports in the world
Run a marathon. Recover mid-flight to another continent. Run a marathon. Rinse. Repeat.聽
The application period opens February 8 for the world鈥檚 largest marathon. Here鈥檚 the essential information you need to know.
Next year鈥檚 Summer Olympics in Paris mark the 40th anniversary of women competing in the event. With one year until the U.S. Olympic Trials, anticipation is running high.
Beyond setting a world record in the Alphafly, Eliud Kipchoge is credited with helping to create the supershoe
Americans Nell Rojas and Nathosha Rogers train alongside the diligence of Kenya鈥檚 best runners
A big-data analysis of Strava training logs estimates the slowdown for marathoners who miss a week or more
As we say good-bye to 2022 and the amazing year of running highlights, it鈥檚 time to start thinking about all of the possibilities for 2023 and beyond.
Aaron Kuen was en route to a 2:48 marathon at the California International Marathon, but remains in a coma in a Sacramento hospital
What the rest of us can learn from the wildly durable Atlanta Track Club runner
And her world-record attempt won鈥檛 stop until she reaches Melbourne at 150 marathons
One marathoner uses running as a way to thrive with Parkinson鈥檚 disease. New research delves into the benefits of endurance training on the neurodegenerative disorder.
Nutritionists team up to offer essential tips for pre-marathon fueling, plus favorite restaurant picks for the city鈥檚 best race-week grub
Researchers in Japan try to figure out which miles matter most for long-distance runners
The Mi鈥檏maq runner and former world record holder will direct this program for elite Indigenous athletes, honoring both athletic talent and cultural heritage
How much could you get done in a day if you were also trying to cram in a one mile run every hour on the hour?
Freddy Ovett, a professional cyclist with a running heritage, is taking a unique approach to the Berlin Marathon that may help you improve your running
Registered runners鈥攊ncluding those in the new non-binary division鈥攚ill be informed by the first week of October of their registered spots in the Boston Marathon 2023
Thousands of runners from around the country gather in Kansas City to participate in one of the Midwest鈥檚 favorite marathons and finish line festivals. And with a half marathon, 10k and 5k option, there鈥檚 a race distance for everyone!
Join thousands of runners from 48 states and four countries at Colorado's largest fall running weekend, with Boulderthon鈥檚 signature finish and post-race party on the Pearl St Mall. New in 2022: a 10K and Kids Run.
A new study aims to resolve long-standing debates about how much drafting helps runners, and finds that even back-of-the-packers save meaningful time
A new documentary includes shocking new information about how track鈥檚 greatest distance runner came to the UK
A new study assesses how childbirth altered the career trajectories of the fastest marathoners in history, with encouraging results
Sharon Gayter鈥檚 closely monitored world record reveals insights on marathon fueling, pacing, and strategy
Get an all-access pass to the San Francisco sights, including the Golden Gate Bridge, Fisherman's Wharf, and Haight Street. With views both known and new, this bucket list event is waiting for you!
The star runner鈥檚 decision to be less public on the app illustrates how pro athletes have to find a tricky balance between privacy and exposure
For some pro runners, having the freedom to choose their footwear is worth more than a contract
Five years ago, Thomas 鈥淩ivs鈥 Puzey competed in the famed marathon鈥檚 elite field. This year, he was happy to be among the last to cross the finish line.
In this excerpt from his new book 鈥楻unning Throughout Time: the Greatest Running Stories Ever Told,鈥 Roger Robinson surfaces an incredible bit of sports history: the Great Marathon Derby of 1909.
Otherworldly talent has its own irresistible magnetism. We can鈥檛 help but be seduced. 聽 聽
The 35-year-old made the switch after giving birth to her fourth child. Here鈥檚 what we can learn from her experience.
A leading exercise physiologist suggests developing a top speed two times faster than your marathon pace for a 鈥渟peed reserve.鈥 Here鈥檚 how to improve yours.
The unlikely new American record holder in the marathon believes her best racing days are still ahead of her
The 40-year-old鈥檚 stunning performance smashed two world records on Friday
The Olympic medalist turned coach didn鈥檛 have time to fully prepare and almost burned out mid-quest. Here鈥檚 how she adapted and finished strong.
The case for an event that鈥檚 somewhere between the Boston Marathon and the Olympic Trials