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The sprinter is considered Team USA’s biggest hope for a medal in Tokyo. She shared her biggest moment with her grandmother.

The 2016 Olympian has been part of a trio of women who have dominated the steeplechase for five years.

In the semi-final round of the 5,000 meters on the first day of the Olympic Trials, it was Abbey Cooper who inspired again.

The Olympic hopeful is banking on a few big changes being key to her representing Team USA in Tokyo this summer.

The 2016 Olympic bronze medalist trusts that her body and mind will know what to do when she gets on the starting line at the U.S. Olympic Track and Field Trials.

After putting her efforts toward the marathon for a couple of years, Sisson is ready for 25 laps again.

The breaking news of Shelby Houlihan's four-year ban created an outpouring of confusion. We waded through the science and research to help answer some of the top questions.

The secret to her big breakthrough performances this year? A serious ability to lounge, she says.

She's at the top of the 5,000-meter Olympic Trials contenders and she hopes to double back for the 10,000 meters, too.

The American record holder and 2016 Olympian was the top contender for Team USA in the 1500 meters and 5,000 meters.

The two-time Olympian and American record holder has been treating a hip issue while training for the 10,000 meters

She may be out of her element on the track, but she’s never competed there as a 2:20 marathoner.

The 2016 Olympian is training on her own now, but she is still one of three fastest U.S. women at the 3,000-meter steeplechase.

The two-time Olympian has had some of the most exciting experiences at Hayward Field.

She’s taken the lessons of her early season races and is improving her race tactics.

Our summer edition book club pick is Tianna Bartoletta's new memoir Survive and Advance. Sign up to stay in the loop about our book club exclusive content.

The 2016 Olympian floods herself with all the good things on race day.

Lucy Del Gaudio wasn't finding success with traditional meds. Early morning runs have made all the difference.

The 2016 bronze medalist in the 1500 meters may be at peace with her career, but she still has a deep desire to compete at the Tokyo Games.

The 2016 Olympian and 2015 bronze medalist has a knack for coming through when it counts most.

At a recent track meet in Portland, Oregon, the former Oregon Project athlete won the open division 5,000 meters while 17 weeks pregnant.

New author Tianna Bartoletta opens up about her memoir, Survive and Advance.

College runners are racing faster than ever. Our exclusive survey reveals changes in training and racing patterns that underlie the surge of PRs and records.

Outside+ members are invited to an exclusive talk with Olympic marathoners Abdi Abdirahman and Aliphine Tuliamuk, and everyone can participate in Abdi's marathon challenge.

The Forestbound bag designer has “mastered the art of looking very chill.” Here’s how the busy business owner makes it all work—and finds time to escape.

Sabrina Pace-Humphreys, and her UK-based Black Trail Runners, provides a powerful example for the global trail running community

A new petition is going around as the South African athlete continues to challenge the World Athletics ruling preventing her from competing.

A powerful conversation about how much farther we can all go, both in running and life, when assumptions and stereotypes are ignored.

Check out Erin Strout's author page.

Five run-centric places ideal for relocating.

UK-based runner Natasha Acres has just won $100K to expand her eco-friendly virtual race platform.

What went wrong, and what we can all learn from the tragedy at the Yellow River Stone Forest 100K

Many races are coming back in 2021, but don’t expect to pick up right where you left off.

Another sign that racing is coming back? Molly Seidel, Sara Hall, Des Linden and more will compete at the Mini 10K.

Gaia GPS ensured I got the weekend I wanted.

This outdoor enthusiast is always thinking about her next adventure and her next meal. Outside+ helps her conquer both.

I’m a beginner at so many other activities outside, but have all the information I need to get started.

The 2016 Olympic steeplechaser left the Bowerman Track Club and Nike sponsorship to forge a new career path.

By expanding my focus a bit wider than running, I became a stronger, happier runner.

Meet the runners hoping to make this year's burgeoning Refugee Olympic Team under the careful coaching of Tegla Loroupe.

With COVID-19 safety measures in place, it marks another step back to big running events.

Elite athletes are training hard, tuning up, and putting on some good shows on the way to the 2021 Olympics.

Two Connecticut women were runners who used to be strangers. Now, they're forever bonded after a liver donation.

Plus, three reasons to keep at your new running habit.

Nine women share their perspective.

With the goal of increasing the sport’s fan base, a 10-meet series will be broadcast live on ESPN starting May 15.

Some big names were out this weekend at the Golden Games.

The American Psychological Association study shows that the pandemic has done a number on our mental and physical well-being.

"I just can't take movement for granted:" Allen discusses how life has changed since her accident in 2017.

They came out on National Transgender Day of Visibility. On the track, Nikki Hiltz feels like a weight has been lifted.

The Olympic silver medalist and 2017 New York City Marathon champion reflects on adjusting to parenting and coaching Olympic hopefuls during the pandemic.

Tightened qualifying standards and an unprecedented cut-off time have brought qualifying marks close to the speeds required to toe the line during the height of the first running boom.

Some people are pleased. Others aren't. Many were hilarious.

What does this mean for Peloton tread owners?

The Bowerman Track Club rookie reveals some of her favorite workouts (and the toughest ones, too).

COVID-sniffing biodetection dogs will be on site to screen race participants at the Atlanta Journal-Constitution Peachtree Road Race in July.

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 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.

Gwen Berry and Tianna Bartoletta are among the Olympians who disagree with the decision to sanction peaceful demonstrations.

The masters star picked herself up after a disappointment at the Olympic Marathon Trials to reset her lifestyle and goals.

Olympic hopefuls will race on Saturday on the brand-new track at Hayward Field, plus Kara Goucher makes her NBC commentary debut.

How some race organizers are making changes to become more sustainable, plus 3 ways you can make a difference.

We’re partnering with Soles4Souls to keep used shoes out of the landfill and put them to use in the fight against poverty.

“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.

The 2018 champion is coming back to try to reclaim her Boston Marathon title at the 125th anniversary of the race.

Without the Boston Marathon, how do we know it’s spring?

After becoming the first woman to break three hours for 50K, Des Linden talks hype and happiness.

The world is a tough place these days. Let’s make the running paths and trails a refuge.

A behind-the-scenes photo essay of Desiree Linden's record-setting 50K run in Oregon.

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.

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.

The 30-year-old Army Captain broke the women's record previously set by her friend.

Ajee’ Wilson is an Olympian and 800-meter American record-holder. She’s also the “coolest customer” you’ll ever meet, her coach says. Find out just how this U.S. track star remains unflappable under pressure and has become a master at resilience—and how you, too, can persevere through personal challenges.

Some analysis of why she'd pick tri over track.