Kara Goucher’s Advice to Her Younger Self: “Believe in Your Power”
World championships silver medalist Kara Goucher recounts how silencing her intuition didn't serve her well. Now she gives the advice she wishes she received as a young runner.
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What to Expect When Working with a Mental Performance Coach
Our mentality can push our running to new heights—or hold us back. Have you considered coaching your brain as well as your body?
5 Morning Stretches That You Can Do From Bed
Not a morning person? Not a problem. In the 5 minutes in between hitting the snooze button, you can set the tone for your entire day.
360 YOU: It’s OK to Take a Break From Running
Have we overemphasized a culture that promotes the hustle and the grind? Well guess what? That hard work means nothing if you're not recovering also.
On the Heels of Tragedy, Tirop’s Angels Have Hit the Ground Running
After Kenyan runner Agnes Tirop was murdered, her father and a group of her fellow athletes formed an organization to honor her, stop gender-based violence, and change societal norms.
Can Exercise Help Make Therapy More Effective? A Pair of Studies Suggests It Might
A pair of recent studies from Iowa State University found that even just a half hour of exercise may boost the effects of therapy over time.
Women Who FKT: Out to Make History
And in the process, this group of women is upending how we think about competition.
On the Clock: What to Know About These Popular Smartwatches
We review a new smartwatch player, the Wahoo Elemnt Rival, and an old favorite, the Garmin Forerunner 945.
Women May Be More Likely Than Men to Sacrifice Fitness for Work or Family
A study of men and women's time sharing habits found that men seem to "borrow" time from women for fit in their workouts.
Northern Arizona Elite Hires Alan Culpepper as New Head Coach
Ben Rosario, founder of the nonprofit elite training group, will become full-time executive director of the organization.
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Tips for Getting into Trail Running (or Taking It to the Next Level)
Pro trail runner Abby Hall shares lessons that can help other runners achieve their goals, whether they’re just starting out or training for an ultra
What You Should Know About Running for Weight Loss
Overly restricting calories isn’t the way to lose weight on the run.
360 YOU: Turn Your Race Day Fueling Into Your Secret Weapon
360 YOU mentor TrackClubBabe shares how her performances skyrocketed after she started paying attention to her fueling strategy.
New and Reviewed: Allbirds Flyer
A comfortable, truly sustainable training shoe? The Flyer might be the answer.
How Strava Fame Became a Burden for Molly Seidel
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
Eggs: Healthy or Not?
We dug into tons of egg research, but the answer may not be what you're looking for.
360 YOU: What to Do If Running Becomes Toxic
"Keeping gratitude in the forefront of my mind saved my relationship with running."
Save Time (and Become a Better Runner) with These Mobility Hacks
Turn mobility into a habit by incorporating it into your busy routine.
For Runners, Fertility Often Has a Complicated Relationship with the Sport They Love
Mixed research and mixed messages can leave athletes confused about how much to move when trying to conceive or during a pregnancy journey.
4 Fitness Trends That Might Not Do You Any Good
Which current fitness fads live up to the hype and which fall short?
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These Diet Changes May Add Years to Your Life, Study Finds
Researchers estimate that these simple changes could increase your life expectancy by up to 10 years.
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In Her Power: Mary Cain Focuses on a Healthy Future For Girls and Women in Running
In 2019, Mary Cain alleged abuse under the most renowned distance running coach in the country. Then she promised to do whatever she could to fix girls' sports.
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Why Do Removable Sports Bra Pads Exist?
A personal rant turned into an education. Here’s why so many running bras have those removable pads that you lose in the laundry, plus 10 of our favorite bras that don't have them.
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21 Running Quotes to Motivate You for Your Next Run
Power through tough workouts or races with wise words from the pros.
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45-Minute Strength Workout from Nell Rojas
The superfast runner is also a coach—here's her go-to weight lifting workout.
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Alexi Pappas Discusses Her New Book
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Meet Our 2022 Power Women of the Year
From athletes to advocates, business leaders to community voices, these 15 women are reshaping the running industry for the better—and we can’t wait to watch the impact they make in the new year.
In 2020, we started a new tradition: Kicking off the new year by announcing our Women’s Running Power Women of the Year. The women featured in that group were the game changers, rule breakers, and trailblazers within our community; they were the ones to watch, to cheer for, and to be inspired by in this upcoming year.
For the third year in a row, we’re thrilled to announce a new group of honorees. In this year’s list, you’ll find some familiar faces along with a number of new additions. Last year, we broadened our scope beyond just athletes, because it’s not only the pros who are changing the game, it’s women within every corner of our community.
There are top athletes, of course, as well as powerful advocates who are speaking out about everything from domestic violence to racial inequality. We included leaders and innovators, as well as some of the most impactful voices of the women’s running world. Like the rest of us, the women in these pages identify as more than runners, but it’s through running that they’ve inspired us.
These 15 power women are reshaping the running industry for the better—and we can’t wait to watch the impact they make in the upcoming year.