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The father-son duo of Dick and Rick Hoyt conquered over 1,100 endurance events worldwide, including more than 70 marathons
Social media influencers have started a trend of posting videos of them running long distances without training. Here’s why the science says it’s probably not a great idea.
The New York-based upstart apparel company’s community ethos isn’t just for show
Is your heart rate high, even on easy runs? Aerobic Deficiency Syndrome might explain why. Here’s how to fix it.
45,000 runners are expected to run this year’s Memorial Day 10K on May 29
Sarah Bowden, a high-level theater performer, discovered a new source of movement through running. This weekend’s London Marathon will be a true test.
Pre-race favorite Eliud Kipchoge falters, fades to sixth place
The longtime race director has run Boston for half a century, and he doesn’t plan on stopping anytime soon
How the Kenyan elite runner prepares for the Boston Marathon, and what fuels her work to end gender-based violence
Training, nutrition, and inspiration for you to get in shape
City and race organizers will honor Boston Marathon victims and first responders on April 15
The first woman to run the Boston Marathon creates art inspired by strength and movement
What’s it like to train for the world’s oldest marathon for the first time? We reached out to six Boston Marathon newbies, both elite and non-elite, to find out.
Sure, maybe you get a leg cramp. But you could also get struck by an asteroid.
This 75-year-old runner might be the world’s fittest man at his age, so fit that researchers turned him into a case study
Why the world's greatest marathoner still needs to win a hilly marathon to cement his legacy
Do your favorite running routes mix road and trail? The Nike Pegasus Trail 4 GORE-TEX INVISIBLE FIT is the secret sauce for excelling everywhere.
Run the world’s largest night race and you’re bound to have one of the most unusual experiences of your life
We’re going the extra mile with 261 Fearless, our nonprofit partner that empowers women through running
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.
Beyond setting a world record in the Alphafly, Eliud Kipchoge is credited with helping to create the supershoe
January marks the season when many professional runners announce sponsorship changes. Here’s why that’s important, and what it means for the future of running.
Read the brightest highlights of the year in marathon running, trail running, triathlon, and the athletes that delivered the inspiration
A head-to-head lab showdown finds that power and efficiency depend on your preferred running surface
What the rest of us can learn from the wildly durable Atlanta Track Club runner
Runner Carolyn Su creates space for people of color to feel at home in the sport
After becoming the youngest adult to run 100 marathons, she’s chasing even bigger running goals and helping fellow Dreamers and young women realize their own potential
Meet the group that's setting a pace for Black women distance runners
Researchers in Japan try to figure out which miles matter most for long-distance runners
“Through this race, we inspire people around us to be better citizens of this world and to transcend themselves”
We ran in ten new supershoes and compared their feel and ride so you can narrow your search for the model that best fits your stride and preferences
What makes a race special? It’s not the medals, nor post-race massages. In this California town, it’s the local community.
Six Black women came together to build a running community, but what they created was a foundation for so much more
Named the best shoe for long road runs in our Best Running Shoes of 2021 <a href=”https://www.outsideonline.com/outdoor-gear/run/best-running-shoes-2021-winter-buyers-guide/”>Best Running Shoes of 2021</a>. gear guide, the HOKA Bondi 7 offers the most cushion of any of their road shoes. Even though these are super plush, the internal heel counters provide plenty…
Training alone can make you stronger, but there’s no substitute for the bond between you and your fellow runners
The retailer is expanding aggressively into the running market, with an eye to attracting new customers
Hawley is lucky that his awkward run didn’t end in injury, writes Zoë Rom
Eight picks for pounding pavement
Don’t be afraid to sweat it out in these running pieces
Don’t be afraid to sweat it out in these running pieces
The star runner’s 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
I am pretty sure no runner who has consistently won races approaches their training in this way
Thanks to a number of world-class races, a community-focused running culture, historical landmarks, and accessible wooded trails, the nation’s capital is one of the best urban running environments in the country
What motivates someone to run more than 3,000 miles around a block in Queens, New York? Transcendence.
These iconic U.S. road races deliver high energy, historic courses, and guaranteed fun
The unlikely new American record holder in the marathon believes her best racing days are still ahead of her
The Olympic medalist turned coach didn’t have time to fully prepare and almost burned out mid-quest. Here’s how she adapted and finished strong.
The case for marking the passage of time by running your ass off
The case for an event that’s somewhere between the Boston Marathon and the Olympic Trials
A comprehensive guide, in chart form
Getting heckled by construction workers and definitely not crying: a New York City Marathon retrospective
While the benefit to giving elite women their own race seems obvious, the question of giving male marathoners a separate start is more contentious
The AFO-Vent Multi short is one of our favorite pairs for warm-weather runs. “Fashioned from a nylon-spandex blend, these shorts have a stunning five pockets below the waistband,” wrote Buyer’s Guide tester Martin Fritz Huber. “The larger ones at back and side fit gloves, while keys or gels go…
This kit will get you out the door even on cold days
A kit for lacing up all winter long
How the wheelchair racer competed in the Chicago and Boston Marathons on back-to-back days
The upstart Swiss company is shaking things up with an unorthodox cushioning system and an emphasis on grassroots marketing
We’ve sweat in them, worn them on muddy trails, and through countless miles on pavement. Now they’re discounted.
As the Fifth Avenue Mile celebrates its 40-year anniversary on Sunday, here’s a look at the legacy of the race
These models will help you push your speed limits
This shoe won our Gear of the Year award in our 2020 Summer Buyer’s Guide. Its “engage-as-needed support system makes for an exceptionally comfortable ride,” wrote our testers. “It’s a great choice for neutral runners whose feet collapse inward when they’re tired and for chronic pronators who’ve…
Your hydration needs are as unique as your training schedule. Here are four picks for every kind of run.
Kicks for getting faster, from race day to recovery jog
Cool clothing for quick laps and high-mileage days
Cool clothing for quick laps and high-mileage days
Researchers are searching for telltale clues in your strength, flexibility, or body position that signal an impending injury. It’s harder than you think.
Seven reasons from Brendan Leonard’s new book ‘I Hate Running and You Can Too’
It breathes and wicks sweat better than any other midlayer I’ve tested
The brand's ethos signals a departure from an apparel industry that has been dominated by giant shoe companies. But can it stay true to the soul of the sport?
Develop mental fitness and resilience by learning how to face reality like elite runners