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The well-known exercise physiology expert likes to keep it simple
We tested a handful of heat-beating options to keep you playing outside this summer, no matter how high temperatures rise
With their new drug testing policy, race organizers hope to lead ultrarunning's anti-doping charge—but the sport still has a long way to go
From rafting trips to big-wall climbs, here's how to do it just about anywhere outdoors
Your expert-backed plan to kick one of running’s most nagging injuries
It's been more than four decades since his death, and distance running hasn't yet found anyone who can match his bravado
Better learn Lanie Szuch's name, because you're about to start hearing it—a lot
There's nothing quite like breaking up the workday with a run, but logistics can make it tough to pull off. Here's how to execute flawlessly.
Every world-class performer—from athletes to chess players to musicians—follows these rules to keep improving at their disciplines
More women in the running community are beginning to speak out about amenorrhea
The Olympic marathon champ—who hopes to become the first woman over 60 to run a sub-3-hour marathon this fall—shares her hard-fought wisdom
In the age of big foam, the ghost of minimalism lingers— making for versatile kicks
The sport still has a long way to go, but these leaders are pushing for more diversity
After most MCL and ACL surgeries, doctors focus on treating and rehabbing the soft-tissue, while almost completely ignoring motor patterns and biomechanics
The former pro has had two full knee replacements in the past decade. Neither slowed him down—and they don't have to slow you down, either.
Four of the sport's best on what they've learned from taking time off and coming back
It won't solve all your health problems, but it might make your life a bit better
An entire industry is trying to curb our boredom while running. But if you can harness that feeling of restlessness, you may find yourself stronger and faster than ever.
Hack your indoor training to help you set new PRs in the wild
A new proposal would scrap all track and field world records set before 2005, all in the name of the war on doping. Will the radical measure do any good?
We asked three of the fastest people we know about the gear that lives in their carry-ons
No matter how your big race went, feeling a little empty after it's finally over is normal
During my time in South Carolina, Paris Mountain loomed large—until I finally ran up it
When Yitka Winn first moved to Colorado, there wasn't a community of female runners hitting the trails.
This salty snack has taken center stage as a healthy, protein-laden endurance fuel
Why it's more upsetting when endurance athletes fail drug tests than when NFL or MLB players do.
We've got you covered from the start of your training to the moment the gun goes off
Like so many others, Jameson found himself struggling to settle into normal life after returning from the Vietnam War, but then he found running.
After a cancellation in 2015 due to drug violence, nearly 1,000 Tarahumara gathered in Copper Canyon this March to run the brutal, unrelenting 50-miler
But years of trying to keep up with her has made me a much better runner
Just because they have lacrosse practice doesn't mean you have to sacrifice outdoor adventures
Elite runner Kate Martini wants to bring an edgier aesthetic to the straight-laced world of running apparel
Self-talk—repeating a phrase in your head—is a practical, proven strategy to push your limits
Here's what we learned about the state of the outdoorswoman in 2017 and the still-prevalent gender gap in the outdoor world
Later this month, 50 years after making history, the first woman to run the iconic event will race it again
We asked four pros how they fuel for race day. We learned not to fear the beer and that sweet potato popsicles are the bomb.
Watch as the folks at Vandyfilms attempt to capture that feeling of effortlessness most runners seek.
Remember to take care of yourself after your big day
Researchers say that when Paula Radcliffe ran a world record 2:15:25 marathon in 2003, she broke the female equivalent of the two-hour marathon
The record attempt will depend as much on the runners' food and hydration strategies as their speed and stamina
Rahsaan Thomas is incarcerated at San Quentin State Prison, where he found running while serving a life sentence
Six athletically inclined people—regular folks with regular jobs, just like you—divulge how much money they spend on their fitness routines
So, you're undertrained and about to run your first marathon, eh? Take it from me: you're not alone—and these tips might help you thrive.
Ultrarunning is as tough on the mind as it is on the body, so the sport's best have developed mental strategies to reframe their darkest moments. Their techniques can help us all get more from our training.
Megan Lizotte was born and raised running in the mountains of Colorado. So when her husband had an incredible opportunity that would draw her out to California, it forced her to ponder what it meant to be home.
The relationship will offer some healthy perspective on your obsession, but it will also make you feel like a lunatic
Sometimes setting an unreasonable goal is the only way to jump-start your fitness
A new initiative called Run Wild wants to give runners a platform to make their voices heard
We asked a group of pro outdoor athletes how they deal with conditions that can swing from sunny and warm to cold and dreary in an instant
Ben Kaplan remembers the masters running legend, who died on Monday at 86
It's not just for spandex-clad speed racers. Here's how any athlete can tap into the power of the track to get fitter and faster.
Marathon training can be overwhelming, but some things just aren't worth the stress
Nike and Adidas are each unveiling a new supershoe. Will they make the world's fastest runners even faster?
The key to success is a healthy mix of preparation and adaptability
'The Run is Worth Fighting For' is a film illustrating the lingering fight it takes to be a runner.
Running and storytelling go a long way back. These are some of the most notable examples.
The maximalist running shoe company tackles the track with an innovative new design
The days may be getting longer, but weekends are few, and there are many adventures to cram in. So follow the lead of ambitious mountain towners across the West and put it all together into a multisport sufferfest.
Our hard-earned lessons (clean up the van before a first date) and the advice we still stand by (sex in a portaledge—great idea!)
As a beef farmer by trade, Nicky Spinks grew up running through the hills surrounding her farm. She now holds four records for some UK's hardest running challenges.
In the early 80's an eclectic group of runners became discontent with only marathon distances. Soon, their HURT Ohana began to grow and organize.
The treadmill ruins the simplicity of running and packages the sport as a commodity
Sunny Stroeer got sick and still set the speed record on Aconcagua. We sat down with the ex weekend warrior to talk training, coffee, and the all-women team that tackled the highest mountain in South America.
The new photography book 'Racing Age' reminds us that it's a whole lot of fun to be a competitive athlete for life
Smartwool discovered that women run at much different temperatures than men. Now it's using that data to reengineer its women's socks and base layers.
No runner was made in a day. And for every runner, there is a story of origin; a familiar trail, high school track, or a road. This is that story.
These top-notch international destination races are worth the flight
Only an insane person would embark on a seven-day, seven-continent stage race. Then again, there are a lot of crazy runners out there.
An overreliance on technology can make you slower. When it comes to training, it's time to rewind the clock and rely on our more primal instincts.
Have things gotten stale on the trail? Variation is the key to sustaining the relationship.
How to avoid being a jerk on the roads, trails, and track