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By week three, my right knee filed a formal complaint
Last year, Sunseri broke the speed record for ascending and descending the 13,775-foot peak. The record was shortly revoked
No fancy equipment is needed鈥攋ust your finger, your Notes app, and 60 seconds a day
For Suicide Prevention Month, we're re-airing a story about what grief looks like on the other side
R.F. Kuang's Latest Book, 'Katabasis,' Just Dropped. Here's the Role Running Played in Its Creation.
The author of Babel, Yellowface, and the upcoming Katabasis, talks about how running and creativity have a lot in common
The Olympian and writer shares affirmations and insights on confidence, curiosity, and letting sport鈥攁nd life鈥攅volve with you
Olympian Alexi Pappas refuses to be boxed in by labels or expectations. Her secret? Trusting the universe, wearing glitter, and never asking permission to be exactly who she is.
Knowing your foot shape, arch, the way you walk, and even your toe shape makes it easier to find comfortable, supportive shoes that fit
Tracksmith, the clean-cut, preppy New England running brand, is embracing the gritty trails with its new head-to-toe Overland Collection
These trail running trips around the world turn vacations into high-altitude, heart-pumping adventures. They're also about community, discovery, and finding balance between challenge and enjoyment.
Beat the crowds and see the city鈥檚 classic landmarks and lesser-known gems on a local-guided run
A thank you letter to our beautifully simple, often painful, but always rewarding sport
This innovative harness stores a retractable, always-available leash that my dog carries for me
"Never outrun your joy of running.鈥 鈥擩ulie Isphording. How to train and fuel well as a runner.
Thinking of taking the 13.1-mile plunge but not sure where to start? This half marathon plan will carry you from the sofa to the start line鈥攁nd across the finish, too.
Training plans for those who have never run before to runners looking to improve their performances
At Nike鈥檚 Breaking4 event in Paris, the Kenyan star clocked the fastest ever mile by a woman. Here's how she did it鈥攁nd why the 4-minute mark remains elusive.
Six years ago, Nike orchestrated the world鈥檚 first sub-two-hour marathon. Now, the brand鈥攁nd Faith Kipyegon鈥攁re going after the women鈥檚 mile with a high-tech suite of shoes, apparel, and race-day strategies.
We tested over 50 pairs of running shorts to find the most comfortable and functional for every type of run
From expert-level kneading to mindful companionship, cats prove they鈥檙e more than just cough potatoes鈥攖hey鈥檙e unsung heroes in runners鈥 lives
The new documentary, screening at the 国产吃瓜黑料 Festival, shares the pain of American Indian history鈥攁nd the resilience and strength of young Paiute runner Kutoven Stevens.
Chef and restaurateur Marcus Samuelsson talks about reconnecting with his Ethiopian heritage and how his mom dared him to run his first marathon
Ten testers tried 47 running shorts over 4,500 miles. These came out on top.
We tested 75 tees and tanks on roads, trails, and in the lab to find the best running tops for staying cool and dry all summer long
Ten runners tested more than 50 t-shirts and singlets over more than 4,000 miles, then we put them through the lab. These came out on top.
Loud? Sure. In the way? Maybe. But these crews are carving out space鈥攁nd making cities feel like home.
Take it from a professional trier-of-new-things: taking up a new outdoor pursuit can change your life鈥攁nd the more hurdles you face in doing so, the more reasons you have to try
From cowgirl boots to running shoes to sunglasses, these are the spring gear products our editors can't get enough of.
The year鈥檚 top gear for outdoor adventures, reviewed here
Lactic acid has long been vilified, but new research shows that it doesn't impair muscle function. In fact, it might actually be good for you.
We tested more than 25 running packs over a wide range of distances, speeds, and terrains. These seven rose to the top.
The writer explains how he was foiled by Internet trickery during a monthlong running contest to win free Chipotle
When electrolyte levels drop too low, performance can suffer. Avoid that dip by dialing in your nutrient intake.
I walked 62,804 steps around Manhattan. Somewhere around mile 20, I realized that slowing down didn鈥檛 need to mean falling behind
Ditching the data and simplifying my runs for a month had some unexpected side effects. Here鈥檚 why you should try it.
New data suggests that the most efficient uphill slope is steeper than you think
From heated gloves to new shades, this winter gear is changing the game for our editors and contributors this season
Dammit, Ben Stiller, there you go making me use my brain during my relaxing TV time
What endurance athletes can learn from one runner鈥檚 close call
With a sprinter van and a passion for shoes, Aaron Olbur is inspiring others to take their first steps toward better health
Understanding when and why men outperform women, and under what circumstances that can change, is suddenly a fraught topic.
New data from 2.5 million marathon finishers finds that subtle changes in air quality can affect your race time
New data shows that the biggest difference between elite and middling runners is how much time they spend jogging
Looking for a last-minute holiday gift? Check out these pieces of gear our editors are obsessing over in December.
Everyone knows taking time off is good for you鈥攊n theory. Maybe these new results will convince you to actually do it.
Getting yourself a new pair every so often can help you perform at your best and avoid injury
If you want to up-level your running, here鈥檚 how to get a jump on the new year
A veterinarian by day and ultrarunner by night, Paris became the first woman to complete the notoriously hard race this year
A selection of (mostly) new titles for fans of science, endurance, fitness, and adventure
Because there is no such things as bad running weather when you have the right gear
It may be mud season, but that鈥檚 not stopping us from getting outside with these pieces of gear
Because having cold hands or head on a run is no fun
This remote mountain town has had its ups and downs. In recent years famous races put it on the map, but some knew of its year-round treasures all along.
YouTuber Matt Choi was disqualified by marathon officials because his cameramen obstructed other runners. The author presents a plan to allow participants and influencers to coexist.
From visibility concerns to navigating uneven terrain, running in the dark poses real challenges鈥攂ut we have solutions
Scientists recently examined the physiology of the increasingly popular open-ended race format鈥攔unning 4.167 miles every hour鈥攑ioneered by Gary Cantrell.
From Swedish Fish to fun-size Twix, I tested Halloween candy as fuel for long runs. Here鈥檚 how they compare to traditional sports nutrition鈥攁nd ones that won鈥檛 haunt your training.
Just because you can doesn鈥檛 mean you should
Stop carrying your phone in your hand when you run鈥攖hese packs, pouches, and pockets are safer and more comfortable
Critics say the first sub-2:10 marathon was impossible鈥攁nd fueled by doping. Our columnist examines the science as he tries to make sense of the backlash.
Fall is in full swing, and our editors are loving every minute of it. Here are the pieces that are keeping us cozy outside this season.
I fought the resurgence of these goofy packs until I figured out that they鈥檙e convenient and comfortable鈥攅specially when worn as sling bags
Ultramarathoner Callie Vinson shares her running journey and the lessons she鈥檚 learned along the way
The husband of runner Camille Herron admitted to having altered the Wikipedia biographies of prominent ultrarunners. The revelation came after a Canadian journalist launched an investigation.
Mountain runner Michelino Sunseri appeared to have climbed the iconic peak in record time, but the arbiters of speed determined it didn鈥檛 count
Follow the lead of these light-footed adventurers, and reap the rewards
Researchers were once convinced that some people have a bigger training response than others鈥攂ut the data says otherwise
The season is coming to an end鈥攈ere鈥檚 the gear that is keeping our editors outside until the very last moments of summer warmth
A Swedish company鈥檚 baking soda formula was the hottest supplement at the Olympics. And now a new study finds that it really works.
Endless singletrack, postcard views, and tight-knit community make the PNW a trail runner鈥檚 paradise. New to the scene? Local experts share their tips and favorite gear for soaking up the magic.
Five questions with running coach David Roche about his improbable victory and course record at the iconic ultramarathon
Stay healthy and energized with whey protein
The gear that let us brave monsoon season in the west and heat waves in the east
New technology is distorting track records. Ethiopian running legend Kenenisa Bekele makes the case that his world records are superior to the current ones.
Everyone knows how to run. Now biomechanical analysis may teach us how to do it better.
It's Dauwalter鈥檚 third straight course-record win, while almost 49-year-old Pommeret nailed the grueling 100-mile event on the first try to take down Kilian Jornet鈥檚 course record