Fight the “Post-Marathon Plague” with Probiotics, Says New Study
Researchers from Sao Paulo found that marathoners taking a probiotic supplement were less likely to get sick after their race.
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Don’t Want to Run Today? Try One of These 5 Mental Tricks
We all have the moments (or weeks) where we don't want to run. Here are a few simple tricks to break out of that.
Getting Enough Vitamin D is Important for Runners in More Ways Than One
Think vitamin D is solely for building strong bones? This key nutrient plays a role in your muscles, mood, and energy levels—meaning a deficiency can impact your health in a number of ways.
The 3 Best Whole Grains You Should be Eating but (Probably) Aren’t
Bored stiff of whole wheat pasta and brown rice? These globetrotting grains — including one from Ethiopia — are ready to take your training diet up a notch.
4 Ways to Boost the Calming Power of Running
Running for anxiety? These methods will make your miles more effective.
Young Runners are Very Into Diaphragmatic Breathing—Here’s a 10-Minute Exercise to Try
It’s 10 minutes well spent.
To Ice Or Not To Ice: Here’s A Runner’s Guide
There is a time and place for ice to treat an injury. Read on to find out how healing works and when you should reach for the ice cubes.
It’s the Perfect Time of Year to Try this Pepper-Crusted Cod Recipe
A classic Asian condiment, sambal, brings a little heat to this sautéed cod dish.
5 Tips for Finding the Right Therapist
Finding a good therapist can be a process.
Running Isn’t Therapy. Therapy is Therapy.
One runner reflects on the way we talk about running and mental health.
This is Exactly What’s Happening In Your Brain When You Run
Plus, how real women use the brain boost from running.
6 Types of Power Naps Sleep Experts Swear By
An afternoon snooze can make you feel stronger, more creative, and less stressed. Here's six ways to power nap like a pro.
Ultrarunner Magda Boulet’s Hard-Earned Nutrition Tips
After hundreds of miles of training and racing, we sat down to learn a bit more about nutrition plans and training tips from a real pro.
How to Help a Friend with Mental Health Issues
It's hard to see a person you care about struggle with their mental health, and even tougher to know how to help. Here are some expert tips for how to broach the topic with different people in your life.
Are You a Workaholic? It Could Be Affecting Your Health
Being constantly worn down from work can not only impact your running goals, it can worsen your overall quality of life. Here’s how to break the cycle.
These 6 Sports Products Will Save Your Sensitive Stomach
Upset stomach when you use sports products? These may help.
Improve Your Gut Health and Boost Your Mental Health with These 7 Steps
How your gut works dictates how the rest of your body, including your mind, works.
Everything You Need to Know About How the Gut-Brain Connection Works
And what it means for you as a runner.
6 Ways Meditation Supercharges Immunity
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.
The News You’ve Been Waiting For: No More Masks Outdoors, Says the CDC
Now that part of the country is vaccinated, previous recommendations about mask wearing are being re-written.