Why Kara Goucher’s Story Matters
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
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.
Discover stories from Women's Running, Outside Online, Trail Runner, Triathlete, and other brands across the Outside Network - all in one place.
What started as a Facebook page for group runs and became dinners, workshops, and a community on the East Coast.
Our initial testing reveals the updates to the beloved, game-changing Vaporfly make it an even better marathon racing shoe
We asked experts how much protein, and what kind runners should be eating, covering vegan to meat-eaters and everyone in between.
For faster times with fewer miles, try incorporating plyometrics into your training.
Women Take The Lead Retreat is creating space for women of color in the running industry to network, learn, and connect with tools to advance their careers
The "Golden Marathon Goddess" Julie Weiss eclipses $1 million in fundraising for pancreatic cancer research.
With the right building blocks, connective tissue might just repair itself after all.
Has Maurten finally figured out how to harness the power of baking soda without paying the gastrointestinal price?
The Rocket X2 marathon racer delivers soft landings and propulsive blast-offs that rival the best in the business
The two-time Olympian uses a deeply personal story of her time in elite running to encourage other women to use their voices, as well as further revelations about her time under coach Alberto Salazar.
A much (much!) brighter and more-advanced color touchscreen highlights the latest Garmin Forerunner 965. We break down if it’s worth the price of an upgrade.
All month long, we're teaming up with 261 Fearless to host inclusive running events for women of all ages, skill levels, and backgrounds
World Champion endurance athlete Lesley Paterson has been nominated for an Oscar for “All Quiet on the Western Front.”
Here’s how rabbit’s co-founder balances family, training and running an apparel company.
Rest day nutrition is key for runners looking to maximize recovery and ensure they're set up for success in the next training block.
The fitness industry is rife with harmful messaging around food and exercise. Here’s what to know about when food behaviors are a problem.
How social media and marketing turned empowerment into a hashtag that substitutes awareness for meaningful action, consumption as activism.
With all the performative “empowerment” of women runners on this day, let this be a day where we fight for real change, structural transformation, and joy.
With a labor of love and passion, the Starting Line 1928 Podcast has gone to great lengths to tell the important early stories of women runners.
Gloria Ratti has dedicated her career to lifting women up in her work with the Boston Marathon. Here's how she's helped shape, and keep that history.
Betsy Saina becomes 8th fastest American in the marathon with postpartum personal best
March is Women's History Month – commemorating and encouraging the study, observance and celebration of the vital role of women in American history. Come celebrate with us and read on. Join Outside+ for full access to experience all the women's sport coverage at our family of publications.
One inspired the world, one is in danger of being forgotten, and one disappeared
Although the running industry is still dominated by male-owned and -operated businesses, women are leading the charge with a new generation of organizations focused on empowering women who run.
A few of the watershed moments in running history that shifted the sport of running toward inclusiveness and highlighted women's excellence.
Women have always been pioneers in triathlon, a sport with a newer history in sport. Meet some of the trailblazers and modern history makers.
A look at the history of this essential piece of equipment. It’s come so far, but is still not adequate for a high percentage of women.
Our young sport has a long record of women at the top.
In the sport of triathlon, the high stakes and high drama of the Baker/Newby-Fraser rivalry led to record-breaking performances.
The founder of Native Women Running is running the Javelina Jundred this weekend to celebrate her heritage and encourage Native women to find their own trails toward healing.
The voices of young women are the center of VIS and Stef Strack is building the platform to support the future history makers in women’s sport.
Hydration isn’t just for race day. The latest science shows that it not only makes you feel better and stronger today, but is key to a long and healthy life.
Get better at changing gears by combing speed and threshold work in this speed-tempo-speed workout for runners.
One yoga teacher immersed herself in freezing water for 31 days. Here's her advice for cold water swimming and how you can do it too.
Sure, it's old fashioned. But it's also nutritional rocket fuel, and athletes are making it taste great. Here's how.
Running legend Katherine Switzer continues to inspire women of all ages and get more women running through her organization 261 Fearless
Why running is one of the biggest philanthropic sports in the world
These little powerhouses not only help fuel our training, but they define the exact ways our bodies respond to the training we do. New data says mitochondrial check ups could even help with the future of tri training and life in general.
The Wings of America Boston Pursuit program provides a life-changing opportunity for high schoolers to learn about college and experience a wider world
Your arms are dropping lower on long runs, or your shoulders are tight and sore afterwards. Sound familiar? This is a problem that can be fixed with this weight training circuit for runners.
Molly Huddle, on her postpartum comeback, will headline the NYC Half with Senbere Teferi, Hellen Obiri, Eilish McColgan and Des Linden
The two fiercely independent running companies are joining forces to do good on a bigger scale
Champion ultrarunner rolls into 2023 with a new sponsor in Lululemon and new goals for the race season ahead.
What do you do when the mind wants to heal but the body has other ideas?
Get ready to PR your 5k with this fun and feisty ladder workout that builds speed and endurance.
The microorganisms in your gut microbiome can affect how well you train and race. Learn the latest science on the athlete's microbiome, plus ways that you can make it work harder for you.
Finnish designer and trail runner Heikki Salonen was the creative visionary behind the MM6 Maison Margiela x Salomon Cross Low shoe.
Two days of indoor track and field action delivers a weekend of speed and records.
How the running phenom is forging her own path with her choice to commit to Harvard University’s track team – positioning herself for life beyond running.
Preparation and determination have helped her achieve success in numerous disciplines
Whether it’s pushing through discomfort or fatigue, endurance is central to our sport. A new study shows the significance of the practice of mind-body linkage.
Armed with research, a new app is increasing accessibility to post-partum rehab for runner mothers on their journey back from childbirth.
Choose your own adventure in our step-up plan that takes you from a 5K to a marathon—and every distance in between.
Try this fun take on a fartlek ideal for runners training for a 5k.
The steeplechase specialist and world record holder took up triathlon training for fun. Now she's shooting for her pro card.
Check out Brian Metzler's author page.
We’ve come a long way in 40 years. The 2024 race is shaping up as the most competitive yet.
Brooks’ new trainer isn’t max in any expected way, but it provides a stable, smooth, and speedy ride on uptempo runs.
From fueling to having fun, here are 5 lessons our editor learned the hard way.
Americans Nell Rojas and Nathosha Rogers train alongside the diligence of Kenya’s best runners
Packaged energy gels are great, but have you tried making your own? Start with these five DIY recipes for homemade energy gels.
This runner has covered 32 miles every day for nearly three months, and she’s not done.
After a breakthrough year of racing, Allie “Mac” McLaughlin signs with Hoka.
Beef up your kicks to handle snow, ice, and other tricky winter terrain.
Alicia Monson, Katelyn Tuohy, Yared Nuguse and Woody Kincaid run record-setting times
Bones are made of dynamic tissues that need stress, just not too much, says one of the world's best ultrarunners.
A new book examines why Americans are more obsessed with exercise than ever, yet also unhealthier.
Whether it's coastal, mountain, desert or city, here are the top half marathon races by climate and geography type. Take you pick and get training.
Elite runner Carmen Graves sounds off on the financial realities facing American track & field athletes.
The activity tracking company received criticism after raising fees based on a user’s region, billing type, and date of signup
Vanessa Peralta-Mitchell founded Game Changers, an organization committed to training women of color for running leadership positions.