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This runner's inspiration lives across the globe.

Perfect for a little bit of laughs and even some motivation.

Try these workouts and tips during your offseason.

This gorgeous four-minute film, Chasing The Distance, is a true testament to how valuable the Earth is to humans.

There's hardly 30 days left until the Olympic Trials Marathon, and a handful of Brooks athletes are getting in their final training strides.

We cross the finish line of last year with some great reader pics.

Vanderbilt's cross-country team is living outside the norm for collegiate sports teams.

"People think living a healthy lifestyle is boring, but it’s not. Just try it for one day."

One mother-runner ran away from her baby weight and right into some half-marathon PRs.

Let's not go crazy with our ambitious health goals—one step at a time toward a badass 2016.

There's something for everyone—and we are guessing some of these will be brand-new hits for you.

Remember, your first day in the gym is all about one thing: getting to your second day!

Wouldn't it be really cool to run 2,016 miles in 2016? There's a program for that.

Check out Paria Hassouri's author page.

Relevant or not, there were many serious and downright WTF stories about running that people talked about in 2015.

You read 'em, commented on 'em and shared 'em—here are your top picks from the past year.

Take a look back at every cover from this year.

Now the holidays are over, find out what runners wanted to give and receive.

You'll never believe what one high schooler asked her during a Q&A.

There are other aspects of life, right?

A motivation pill would be so nice.

There's all sorts of creatures lurking around outside in the winter.

Sometimes it's a beautiful thing.

Something with "vine, body, sole" in the name is definitely a must.

These phrases will keep you moving through tough times and rough runs.

These are essential get fit tips for the new year.

Your single sock does not have to go to waste.

Even if you've never laced up running shoes in your life, it's impossible not to swallow the love potion once you do.

Sometimes breakthrough moments in running come when you're not even expecting it.

Why yes, half-marathoners do have striking similarities to gingersnaps.

No matter where life's journeys take you, a run at home is always the most comforting.

A trip to Jamaica is the perfect way to escape the December cold.

After a 20-year career, Paula Radcliffe's influence is still felt all over the sport.

Yes, a fitness-friendly Ewok head scarf actually exists.

After more than 10 years of successful races, the popular event will not take place.

Through her organization, Stephanie Case empowers women to run.

The sights and sounds of this city are well worth a visit.

Check out Caitlyn Pilkington's author page.

A magical part of the sport is sometimes the most overlooked.

Well that's one way to get a date.

The Rock 'n' Roll Marathon Series is blasting out some serious savings on 2016 race registrations.

Find out why Karen Dennis' coaching credentials are so impressive.

Two very different events, two very different outcomes, yet a whole lot of pain.

Without you, we would be way more of a mess during taper week.

Find out why dirt trumps road, straight from the opinions of everyday trailblazers!

We couldn't do it without these cheerleaders in our life.

Oh my god, how far along are you in your training?!

Nancy Green believes fitness is for everyone and she's brings that belief to Athleta.

We applaud all companies who take a stand for every single active woman—but we still have more to go to reach every athlete in an equal way.

And how to snap out of it.

Researchers actually found an answer.

10,000-meter runner Alexi Pappas talks training for the Olympics among some of the very best in the country.

And the articles that can answer your most common questions.

Once these beats hit your ears, you'll be so excited to run!

Our readers share their best tips for surviving treadmill workouts.

We have all had runs that almost make us vow never to run again and humble us beyond belief.

The footwear company becomes the official sponsor for all NYRR events in 2017.

Toss in a little endurance twist to these traditional get together activities.

After losing her leg in the 2013 Boston Marathon bombings, Lauren Gregory was determined to run.

You'll want to sign up for a race when you see all these pics.

Hate a certain race distance? Maybe you just haven't given it enough of a chance to woo you.

We asked our readers what they would give their best running buds.

What you wear and eat before your race is just a little different.

After a slew of injuries, one of America's favorite marathoners is in it to totally win it.

She ditched the Scotch for bottled beer and four laps around the event track.

So it turns out there is a reason why we do all these gross things.

And that is not all Mary Wittenberg has done to help the sport.

For those runners who brave the frigid weather—we know how you feel.

We've come a long way to get to the awesome styles we have now.

Sometimes our favorite distance doesn't love us back. But that's okay!

Most of us are surrounded by others who support our journey—so how do we return the favor?

Lorna Jane Clarkson has built an empire on building women's confidence.

A poem about who you may or may not find on a morning run.

And she ran herself straight in to our magazine as your cover runner contest winner.

The death of two young runners gave some powerful fuel to another who ran in their honor.

The beer mile world-record holder shares his top drink-and-run tricks in a sport that's gaining a lot of popularity.

The Oceanside, Calif., event saw more than large crowds; large waves also attended.

This runner put her reputation on the line to speak out for what's right.

In case you haven't heard, mother runners are pretty legit training partners.

Find out how 39-year-old Priscilla Schultz got even faster after the birth of her third child!