Avery Allmond was at her fittest and getting faster when she was diagnosed with a rare disease that ended her college track career. She shares her story so others won’t give up.
Lacking a diversity of perspectives, “Nike’s Big Bet” misses the mark on athlete abuse.
How your gut works dictates how the rest of your body, including your mind, works.
And what it means for you as a runner.
Meditation may be an ancient practice, but it’s one that’s highly valuable for your health. Learn how regular meditation can boost your immune system.
While there's no doubt age brings change, with the right training approach and advice from Oiselle's Elite Grannies, there’s no reason to think you can’t run well no matter how old you are.
Training in the African running powerhouse of Ethiopia may look completely different, but their practices reflect universal principles you can use.
How a headstrong teenager took the Minnesota State High School League to court in the 1970s, setting a precedent for high school girls to compete in sports.
We're only human, and bad races here and there are inevitable. Here's a crash course in honing your mind to mentally power through a tough day.
Now that part of the country is vaccinated, previous recommendations about mask wearing are being re-written.
Gwen Berry and Tianna Bartoletta are among the Olympians who disagree with the decision to sanction peaceful demonstrations.
Superlight split shorts, fan-favorite shoes, leggings made for your period, and more: this is the best gear of the season.
The scientific reasons your training boosts your brain—and what you can do to take advantage of it.
The time after vaccine doses is a good opportunity to celebrate science and practice caution with training.
Jenny Simpson's final race as a college runner was a fascinating example of how the mind can limit the body.
From hydration packs and vests to water bottles and belts, these are our favorite hydration systems to help keep you fueled no matter how many miles you're tackling.
When we are grounded, we are able to better engage in the present and forge deeper connections with the people in our lives. Here's how to use grounding in your mindfulness practice.
The unsung hero of a great run, a good hat can't be beat.
Would the people's champion lie to us? We don't think so.
The masters star picked herself up after a disappointment at the Olympic Marathon Trials to reset her lifestyle and goals.
Yes, caffeine can give you wings. But there are a few important things you need to know first before pounding the espressos.
We’ve done the leg work. Here are 15 of the best options on the market.
Olympic hopefuls will race on Saturday on the brand-new track at Hayward Field, plus Kara Goucher makes her NBC commentary debut.
The 2016 Olympian in the 10,000 meters likes to compare her progress over the course of a training cycle with some 300-meter intervals. Here's how you can try it, too.
Olympian Marielle Hall is hoping her grueling training gets her a second crack at the Games.
Composting is one of the best eco-friendly habits you can build at home. Learn how to start your own compost collection process with these easy steps and tips to get started.
Pro runner Max King offers tips, tricks, and helpful perspective.
Taking the reins on your gut health starts in the kitchen.
These recipes ditch refined sugars and embrace fermented foods and fiber, which help a healthy microbiome thrive.
How some race organizers are making changes to become more sustainable, plus 3 ways you can make a difference.
Even taking a short break from sitting can improve your health and your running.
This next-level dumbbell circuit will help improve core mobility and build a more efficient, powerful stride.
Simulate the aerobic benefits of running without adding more wear and tear to your body.
We've tested the latest and greatest bras on the market to find the best options for runners at every cup size.
After training in Ethiopia, an elite marathoner starts to learn their success stems as much from how they approach running as from what they do in training.
We’re partnering with Soles4Souls to keep used shoes out of the landfill and put them to use in the fight against poverty.
A 2020 study from the journal Current Developments in Nutrition found that healthier diets also often equal more food waste.
“You have no idea how I miss the races. I don’t think there is anyone who misses them more than me, even though I’m not a runner,” says Rubenstein.
In a wide-ranging conversation, Shelia Burrell, Shalane Flanagan, Lauren Fleshman, and other pro coaches talked to Women's Running Coaching Collective about their experiences, plus the state of their profession and our sport.
Editor tested and vetted, these 10 pairs are the ones we're choosing to log our daily miles in and help us set new PRs in 2021.
The 2018 champion is coming back to try to reclaim her Boston Marathon title at the 125th anniversary of the race.
A new study out of Kaiser Permanente Southern California looks at the correlation between activity level and COVID hospitalizations and mortality.
From tanks and tees to long sleeves and jackets, these are some of our favorites that we've tested this season. Whatever the conditions, these picks have you covered.
Athletes are increasingly turning to beets – and you could benefit from this colorful root vegetable too. Learn how beets can improve heart and brain health, endurance and circulation.
If you're an athlete, take note of these nutrients to ensure you're getting enough.
Without the Boston Marathon, how do we know it’s spring?
Our dietitians explain why avocados should be front and center in your daily food routine.
Quicker recovery intervals help runners learn how to better deal with the byproducts of fatigue, along with other performance benefits.
Forget six-pack abs. Build a rock-solid core tailored to the demands of running.
After becoming the first woman to break three hours for 50K, Des Linden talks hype and happiness.
Glycogen fuels performance, and manipulating it properly can make you stronger.
Ready make the change from treadmill to outdoor running? Start here.
It’s not just your immune system that will benefit from this approachable advice from two-time NY Times Bestselling author, Elyse Kopecky.
Hill workouts can lead to adaptations for muscular endurance and the aerobic system.
The world is a tough place these days. Let’s make the running paths and trails a refuge.
Running is really just hopping from one leg to the other. Working on your balance will lead to better performance.
Going beyond a marathon isn’t too lofty of a goal. This plan will get you there safely and successfully.
You adjusted to running in the “new normal”—now we have to remember how to train as life returns to what it was.
It's the rock-solid steadiness for us.
A behind-the-scenes photo essay of Desiree Linden's record-setting 50K run in Oregon.
Here are a few great 50K races to consider for your first race or add to your bucket list.
The people's champion set a new 50K world record and the internet LOVED IT.
At a self-created race in Oregon, the 2018 Boston Marathon champion set a record at a new distance.
The French running company Salomon is hosting an all-expenses paid, 4-day ultra-running camp in Moab, UT. Lucky participants could potentially earn a spot on the company’s US Elite Team for 2022.
Your daily habits can have a huge effect on how well you sleep. Do these 7 things and ensure you wake up ready to rock your day (and your run).
Goals are great, but here’s how to set objectives based on your real-life training.
It's one of the more common injuries among runners. Here's how to deal with it fast.
Pastels are hitting every aspect of activewear this season and we're here for it.
Strategy and smarts will get you through it.
Stretch and soothe these important muscles with classic yoga poses.
Coach Carl explains why you need to improve your lactate threshold and how to target it with creative 5K-specific workouts.
The 17-year cicadas are back—and making a lot of noise.
Allen’s story is about what happened after tragedy—and the life she continues to live.
A closer look at what dry needling is, whether it’s safe, and what it entails.
The 30-year-old Army Captain broke the women's record previously set by her friend.
It’s like a muscle. You have to train it.
We put ourselves in uncomfortable situations all the time. It could help us cope with life, too.