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I bet no one else you know gets as excited about a band aid as your best running friend.

How one small post-run celebration became a tradition for an entire team.

Sometimes it's the little things.

From cravings, to drinks, to all the feelings—the masses have spoken on our most popular responses to post-race glory.

Inside that smelly, rancid Ragnar Relay van, anything can happen—and will happen.

Scrolling Facebook in between reps and intervals just got a whole lot easier.

Follow these five tips when selecting compression for your running.

Sometimes an accident quite literally propels you into your dream job—or the Olympic Trials Marathon.

This woman is CEO and founder of a brand of running stores, a training plan and race series.

One runner got catcalled and who stood up for her is incredibly inspirational.

Planning a Thanksgiving Day run to burn off those calories? Here's how long you need to run.

Are smart cities too wacky, or are they really not that far away from reality?

She is making sure the next generation has the tools to live a long and healthy life.

You hear the phrase all the time—but what the heck does it mean?

The first-ever, have-to-qualify-for half marathon happened to San Diego over the weekend.

Our readers share what they want to thank running for giving them.

These invaluable packing tips will save you from race-cation disaster.

Running helped strengthen the bond between father and daughter.

Our readers share what they wish they knew before their first run.

This model-mother-director-advocate-runner is helping women all over the world with her work.

This race is one-of-a-kind, complete with a big wedding on course!

One runner prepares herself for running a marathon solo.

Check out Allison Pattillo's author page.

Stay on track with your healthy habits this holiday season with advice from professional athletes and experts in the field. Think: Sanya Richards Ross.

This runner can teach us all what it means to really go the distance.

A runner's sightseeing trip to Japan is a feast for the mind, spirit and legs.

Runner Alexi Pappas pens her account of leaving it all at the finish line.

It's a freaking moving, rocking party down the most famous street in the country. Did you Strip at Night?

Don't worry—there is hope, and there are more races in your future.

Strength, speed, beauty, and brains? Magdalena Boulet is an Olympian you need to know.

This Thanksgiving season, one runner shares her gratitude for what the sport has given her.

This woman is so many things to so many runners and we just can't get enough.

After surviving the 2013 Boston attacks, one stubborn non-runner suddenly has her sites set on a marathon—with her marathoning mother.

We took a tongue-in-cheek look at how to get rid of a crappy mood before a run.

Because runners have 99 problems and non-runners don't understand one.

This runner sold what most consider a lifeline to travel the country with the Rock 'n' Roll Marathon Series.

Daylight Saving Time is quite the wake-up call for those who prefer sunshine on runs.

Thompson pushes the boundaries of the 'typical' marathoner.

That chest strap is measuring something—your little beating runner heart!

Stephanie Bruce brings top suggestions on how to silent those mental demons.

She's famous for plowing through doubts in Boston years ago, and now she's famous again for spreading her message further.

Here is how to maneuver around what could be an awkward situation.

Check out Caitlyn Pilkington's author page.

After a breast cancer diagnosis, one runner chronicles her life and treatment to share the experience with others.

"I ran because it was something I could control when everything else around me was controlled for me."

This former Women's Running cover runner is changing the game.

One runner was able to finish his marathon thanks to a helping hand.

What started as an outlet for depression became a love-affair with running.

Taryn started running in Kuwait, and the sport became a habit that followed her back to civilian life in Los Angeles.

Warning: She will seriously inspire you.

Here are some great ways to make sure you keep moving during the holidays.

Check out what gets cover runner Amanda Tice moving.

These gorgeous photos show the once-in-a-lifetime experience of running through Mongolia.

Christy shares how running is often more powerful than meets the eye.

From running in formation to running half marathons, Deidra understands the power of running and shares why she's thankful for it.

Women are making a power play in the sport of running and helping us dream big.

Ever wonder how other sports and activities measure up to running? Here's the breakdown.

As the wicked winter approaches, we basically go through four—okay 10—stages of 'mill grief.

During this indulgent time of the year, it is still possible to create a balance between splurging and sweating.

The power of social media wins again.

If runner's had superpowers, here is what we'd wish for.

America's greatest marathoner chases significant, meaningful digits (aka race times) for very specific reasons.

These runners are stripping down for a good cause.

Go ahead—hire a runner for your next open position.

Connections, support and rejuvenating runs are on tap this weekend in Arizona.

Here are some ideas to give your favorite running buddy some major love.

Our latest playlist is here to help you rock out on your run.

Even good samaritans apparently get punished when it comes to official sport rules.

These race photos from our readers will motivate you to get out there and run.

One elite runner makes beauty out of the sometimes-gross gunk we collect between our toes while on the trails.

Here are the photos he grabbed—can you tell where they were shot in the five boroughs?

Apparently we are a very healthy bunch.

Well maybe not the part about the policemen. . .

Sarah Phelan, of Oakland, Calif., explains the healing power of the run.

More than 8,500 runners spent their Halloween at this historic half marathon.

A hectic job and wedding planning don't get in the way of Carrie Birth's super serious marathon goals.

A major retail chain got it right this Black Friday—and now everyone is headed outside.

We learn a lot from every race we run—especially the first.

After giving birth to her second child, Stephanie Bruce discusses how feelings of starting over feel similar to approaching a starting line.