Caitlyn Pilkington

One runner asks her fellow teammates about what pre-race superstitions they all share, and the answers sound pretty familiar.

There's a difference between running 6 miles—and sleeping in a van, then running 6 miles at 3 a.m.

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Whoops—our bad.

I was fairly warned about some—and totally shocked by others.

Runners get performance anxiety for a number of reasons.

Not long, but you can maintain your fitness level with minimal workouts.

These sliding moves challenge your core to up its functional strength—a perfect workout for runners to do during strength training.

And she considers her nine months of recovery a redo of those final 6 miles of the marathon. And we applaud her.

Check out what we are crushing on this week.

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Who better to provide anxiety-busting tips for a marathon than the great Joan Benoit Samuelson?

To celebrate the 50th anniversary of Bobbi Gibb's famous Boston Marathon, one company is giving out free marathon entries.

Sarah Brown gave birth to a baby girl in April—and she's about to be 1,500-meter-ready for the Olympic Trials in July.

Two years ago, Joe Perry and Steven Tyler gave everyone chills and tears—and it's making the rounds again as this year's marathon nears.

Her highly anticipated marathon debut comes after Spence Gracey clocked a sub-1:10 half marathon, the 10th American to ever do so.

The 13.1-mile course through Raleigh left runners with smiles for miles even as temperatures were chilly.

We've got the photos to prove that running 26.2 miles through the most romantic city in the world is truly a runner's love affair.

Don't just grab the pair your friend raves about—find ones suitable for your stride, foot and goals.

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When actress Lyndie Greenwood, isn't working on Fox's "Sleepy Hollow," you'll find her running.

She did what so many runners do when she couldn't run the 2015 Boston Marathon, but then took it a step further.

Dr Sally Norton offers a low-down of the most popular diet plans available. Here are her pros and cons from a scientific point-of-view.

The first at 3 months, second at 5 months and the final—Boston—at 7 months pregnant. Incredible!

We've all been hollered at in some way on the run—one blogger shares the best ones she's heard.

Tapering for a race can be just as stressful as your long runs. These tips will make it easier.

These are perhaps the most important two weeks of the entire training time. Use them wisely.

Talk about a power duo—one ran 26.2 miles, the other completed his own medical marathon.

Queen B joins the ranks of other celebrities that are joining the active lifestyle movement.

We've all dealt with them, especially those that just won't go away. Here's the right way to do it.

This is the biggest news since Taylor Swift's treadmill fail.

The basketball legend shared one irrefutable bond with his daughter: cancer.

It's all about trial and error with some, and honesty with yourself for the others.

Our own cover runner contest winner Lindsey Hein is launching a podcast, and you'll definitely want seconds.

You’ve made it this far—don’t blow it the final weeks before your race!

The games are looking to grow their "awareness" into other cities later this year.

A longtime Fitbit user, our art director was intrigued to try the Fitbit Blaze and see how it compares to its predecessors.

At the Qingyuan Marathon in China, a label in English caused quite a widespread race issue.

Kettlebells exercises are not only rising in popularity, but they are also very effective forms of strength training for runners.

Everything changed for women in the midst of the first running boom.

Because Create Your Own Beer Garden Day needs to be a thing.

Even on 16-hour set days, actress Lyndie Greenwood likes to start the morning by getting in 4 miles.

After being diagnosed as a Type-A alcoholic, Melissa reclaimed her life and is now shooting for her BQ time.

Two doctors offer best tips for easing back into that routine after a winter season off.

One editor is throwing in the towel on painting a perfect picture about training—because sometimes it just sucks.

Don't fret your worst races—those ones are actually the performances that make you great in the end. Amiright?

What's the day really look like for a fitness tracker enthusiast beyond looking flashy with their wrist candy?

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You can never be too cautious when heading out for a run. Keep these things in mind next time you lace up.

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The three-time Olympic gold medalist is arguably one of the most storied runners in history.

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Here are five reasons you should give going commando a try and utilize an extra feature of running shorts you may be ignoring.

A good core workout does not include these old-school moves.

Ready, set, go run! But first, here are some safety precautions to keep you moving securely from start to finish.

One woman, a self-proclaimed "amateur runner"(!), just did seven marathons on seven continents in seven days.

Sometimes those Instagram pics and status updates don't reveal the true parts about running.

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And Desi Linden is helping them get to the start line.

The popular brand is collaborating with top designers to create "surprise" boxes for women runners only.

You can never be too cautious when heading out for a run.

When you don't feel like running, these tricks will get you to lace up.

After a 4th place finish in 2012, Cragg is looking to be part of the next Olympic marathon team.

And now she's a full-blown ultrarunner.

Stephanie gave up her familiar life and dove shoes first into running, then triathlon—and now Ironman.

After a stellar debut marathon, Kellyn Taylor will be in the hunt for a spot on the Olympic marathon team.

The two-time top-10 Olympic Trials finisher is back, making a strong case for a spot on the 2016 team.

She made a serious comeback in 2015, priming her for a serious go at the 2016 Olympics.

She ran her only two marathons in 2015, but Sara Hall has a convincing story to show at the Olympic Trials.

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Here's your mini cheat sheet on what the trials are, who's running and why it matters.

The American record holder and masters athlete will step up to the line at that marathon trials, along with the team she coaches.

With one of the top marathon times in the country, she hopes to put on a grand show at the Olympic Trials Marathon.

After a game-changing injury, one woman re-discovered running after a series of fortunate events took her around the world.

When your self-confidence and motivation is lacking, these tricks will help.

She's already proved her grit over 26.2 miles—and she will be a force to be reckoned with at the trials next month.

The best part is their two young kids completed their first half marathon with them.

Even when trying a new workout routine, one trainer says keeping our beloved cardio as a base is essential.

This is her final attempt to get a spot on the line at the 2016 Olympic Trials.

This year it's all about switching it up.