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In between your runs this long weekend, take some time to peruse these run-focused Memorial Day Weekend sales. 

The Bolder Boulder 10K pro race will feature two teams of top American women and Montoya will be among them representing Team USA.

Virginia Sole-Smith’s new book, ‘Fat Talk: Parenting in the Age of Diet Culture,’ takes an unflinching look at fatphobia and how it affects our collective ideas about health

The Taliban government prohibits Afghan women from entering parks or gyms, or even from leaving the house without a male guardian. Sources tell us that life under the outdoor ban is pushing many women to the brink.

For Mental Health Awareness Month, Olympian Molly Seidel partnered with New York Road Runners to share the message that when it comes to mental health, it’s all about progress, not perfection.

Don’t stop running because of urinary incontinence. Here’s how to fix leakage while on the run. Spoiler alert: it’s not just Kegels.

Recovery cookies? Count us in. These post-run snacks can be whipped up with little to no effort.

When she first lined up at the Bolder Boulder 10k in 1999, Amanda McCracken had no idea the race would punctuate the next twenty-plus years of her life

Plyometrics can make you a more efficient runner, and it turns out they don’t need to be complicated or risky

These bargain picks cost half as much as top-end supershoes, but that doesn’t mean you can’t be super in them

Come meet the partners of elite women runners and get a glimpse into how they support their faster halves

Runners with chronic illness inhabit two faraway worlds–one characterized by fitness, and one characterized by debilitating symptoms and daily uncertainty

Everything female runners need to know about bone health through all ages of running.

Bulking up? Only lifting heavy? Avoiding soreness? How is your strength routine (0r lack thereof) holding your trail running back.

In her new series for Women's Running, seasoned non-runner Dimity McDowell invites you to meet the heartfelt challenge to stop running.

This yoga sequence is simple—but so challenging.

Christine Yu makes an argument for a sports system finally designed with women in mind in her new book Up to Speed. 

A writer with a few FKTs under her belt ponders whether or not speed enhances or detracts from the experience.

Sara Hall, Keira D’Amato are benefitting from hard work, changing social mores and more equitable sponsorships

Courtney Dauwalter on why sometimes not obsessing over the FKT leads to success

Whip up this sticky, easy, carb-filled recovery plate after a tough endurance workout

The former elite marathoner is intent on helping other athletes avoid RED-S, the condition that foiled her elite running career

If you look after your joints, they will serve you well as a runner. Read our top tips and exercises to improve your running longevity.

It's no secret that athletes need to develop their mental game to compete at their best, but a growing number of athletes in many sports are now seeking out expert-led training for their minds

We crunched the numbers from hundreds of thousands of Strava uploads, to see how athletes running in different marathons train differently, and why the Boston field is so speedy

With dry January far in the rear-view mirror, what are the benefits of staying sober as you head into the summer running season?

Cramps are the bane of every runner's existence. Scientists are uncovering new reasons why we cramp during races - and what can be done to relieve the discomfort.

The triathlete-turned-trail runner is a legit contender in the Western States 100

Olympian and veteran elite coach Mark Coogan’s central advice on making the most of your miles

Join us for a webinar with Rising Hearts that will offer training and practical tips for keeping yourself safe on the run.

With pasta, there are endless pastabilities for carb loading.

Injury can be disappointing and frustrating, but it can also show us a new way forward

Need to strengthen your core for running? Check out this super simple one-and-done plank workout.

Enter now for a chance to win a year of hydration from SOS Hydration

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. 

Reflecting on key moments from the biggest weekend in running from all our stories and news from race weekend in Boston.

UTMB is updating its entry system for runners who give birth. Here’s what you need to know.

Athletes of all levels have considered whether their choice of birth control might influence how they train, recover, and perform. But the answer is complicated. Here’s what you need to know.

We all should take a lesson from the “gamifying the run” approach.

For our oatmeal friends who want to take a wild ride on the savory side.

Zone 2 running is only part of the puzzle! It's important to keep our easy runs easy, but don't forget the importance of other workouts too.

The top three finishers from the U.S. all set substantial personal bests.

Hellen Obiri won the 2023 Boston Marathon on Monday, finishing in 2:21:38, in one of the most closely contested races in recent years. Amane Beriso of Ethiopia was second in 2:21:50, and Lonah Salpeter was third in 2:21:57.

Kourtney Turner is running the Boston Marathon while her husband, Justin, plays for the Red Sox

The talk of the town is the unbelievable talent competing at the 2023 Boston Marathon. Here are seven things we learned on Friday.

Learn how Viola Cheptoo prepares for the Boston Marathon, and what fuels her work to end gender-based violence with Tirop's Angels

The first woman to run the Boston Marathon creates art inspired by strength and movement   

Your guide to the best bars and brews following the Boston Marathon. With the city in marathon mode, there are plenty of 26.2-themed options.

Here’s how the champion trail runner is preparing to take on the legendarily ‘hilly’ Boston Marathon Course in her 26.2 debut.

Your GI system is unique to you, and it can be upset by many things. But carefully calibrating your pre-race breakfast can prevent mishaps.

Here’s what organizers of the world's oldest annual marathon are doing to limit its carbon footprint, and how athletes can do the same

City and race organizers will honor Boston Marathon victims and first responders on April 15

There are dozens of shakeout runs, seminars, and opportunities to listen to your favorite athletes, authors, and influencers

Check out Chrissy Horan's author page.

After moving from Kenya to Colorado, Obiri is ready to compete

This year, the women's field is stacked and the men's World Record holder will run Boston for the first time. Here's how to watch all the action on race day.

As spring rolls in, brands are again releasing flashy, limited-edition Boston Marathon versions of their speedy models

A recent study explored how runners can use these mental strategies to perform better, and better enjoy their time running.

Get the most out of your technical layers with three specialized, eco-friendly detergents that remove tough odors and combat stubborn stains with no skin irritation

The former Olympian finds her creative stride by designing activewear that tells the story of her family history in the French West Indies

We put almost 35 running shoes through their paces. These 7 came out ahead for the start of 2023.

In her memoir, “Choosing to Run,” the 2018 Boston Marathon champion takes readers through the pivotal decisions that have led to her long and successful running career.

What do runners need to know about this condition? 

The 2018 Boston Marathon champion reveals how her greatest moment almost never was

Simple steps to rebooting your fitness and reinvigorating your running goals

The kindness of a stranger helped the President of the Boston Marathon Association overcome tragedy. Now she wants to pass the gift along, every day.

Age may be just a number—but so is your weekly mileage

It's a key recovery tool for runners. Here’s what to keep in mind when using one, according to physical therapists.

The world silver medalist’s memoir, “The Longest Race,” lays bare why female athletes may never realize their full potential under systems still rife with inequity, abuse, and harassment

Our nutrition expert takes us on a tour of fueling options available at most running specialty stores, and how runners can shop smarter to fuel their races and long runs.

Speed and endurance are important, but technique is king. To get better run form, use this skill ladder to focus on individual elements of running technique.

NCAA track champion and Mount Marathon winner Allie Ostrander continues to be open about the long road of eating disorder recovery. Could her transparency change the sport?

The American ultrarunner proved that by setting a new women’s world record on Saturday after logging 435.336K (or 270.505 miles) in 48 hours at Sri Chinmoy 48-Hour Festival in Canberra, Australia.

New DSD and transgender regulations will be impactful for athletes

We review six of the hottest smartwatches for runners from the last year by price, specs, and an eight-point rating system.

Chloe Abbott, the elite sprinter and Olympic-hopeful who trains under coach renowned Bobby Kersee, is taking her voice on new adventures.

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