Des Linden and Kara Goucher Become New Voices On The Podcast Scene
These two former running competitors, have become parters on the audio scene, and we're listening in.
These two former running competitors, have become parters on the audio scene, and we're listening in.
On the 50th anniversary of the first official women’s field at the iconic event, this year’s pro lineup doesn’t disappoint.
Recovering from hip pain set the 2018 champion back initially, but she’s looking forward to lining up on Marathon Monday.
Nell Rojas placed sixth on Monday, America's top finisher in a competitive international field.
The New York City Marathon is hosting one of its strongest American fields yet in its post-pandemic return.
The rescheduled 2021 Boston Marathon will feature nine women who have run faster than 2:22, plus three top U.S. women.
Another sign that racing is coming back? Molly Seidel, Sara Hall, Des Linden and more will compete at the Mini 10K.
Finishing 26.2 miles takes weeks and months of prepping your body. But what runs through your mind can lead to even bigger strides. Follow in the footsteps of these elite marathoners for a mental game plan that will power you to any goal.
Would the people's champion lie to us? We don't think so.
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.
It's the rock-solid steadiness for us.
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 2018 Boston Marathon champion is moving up in distance, but still has a fall 26.2-mile race on her mind.
The two-time Olympian had big plans for 2020. Didn’t we all? But in typical Desiree Linden-style, she’s taking the uncertain times in stride.
After placing fourth at the Olympic Trials, Desiree Linden planned to race the Boston Marathon. Like everybody else, she’s trying to figure out what’s next.
"I fought all day long. I gave it everything out there.”
Desiree Linden is the only contender on the Olympic Marathon Trials start line who’s made the team before—twice. She has big plans this spring and this is just the beginning.
The Olympic Marathon Trials are the most competitive 26.2-mile races in the country. Here’s what you need to know to watch the 2020 showdown.
It was hot. The contenders suffered. And the crowd went wild during a wild 2016 U.S. Olympic Marathon Trials.
The women’s elite field at the 2020 Boston Marathon features the defending champion and includes five athletes who have run under 2:20.
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These 20 women are the game changers, rule breakers, and trailblazers for the next year in running.
Desiree Linden has a big year ahead, racing the 2020 U.S. Olympic Trials, the Boston Marathon, and perhaps the Olympics, too. Here’s how—and why—she plans to do it.
The two-time Olympian says she will race the Olympic Marathon Trials in February and the Boston Marathon in April.
The 2018 Boston Marathon champion took command in the early miles of the 26.2-mile race, with Kellyn Taylor hot on her heels.
Six elite women share what goes through their minds on marathon morning.
The 26.2-mile race through the five boroughs could serve as a sneak peek at the 2020 U.S. Olympic Trials.
Her 26.2-mile debut adds spice to the depth of U.S. women’s long-distance talent—and we should all take a moment to appreciate the era we’re witnessing.
“We’re running as Team USA, really,” said Desiree Linden, the defending champion, of helping Hasay pace herself to third place.
Reason No.1 you don’t want to miss this race: It’s the first time in more than three decades that an American woman is defending her title.
Desiree Linden surprised even herself when she won the Boston Marathon in 2018. The Olympian’s sense of humor could be her superpower.
The Boston Athletic Association announced the athlete roster for its 2019 Boston Marathon international fields on January 10, 2019.
These 15 game-changing stories will leave you inspired, empowered, and excited for what the future holds for women in running.
The Boston Athletic Association has announced the list of women and men who will race as part of the 2019 Boston Marathon U.S. elite team.
One lucky Desiree Linden fan and Women’s Running reader got the opportunity to spend a whole weekend with her running heroine. Here's what happened.
The Boston Athletic Association announced today that its four defending champions will return to race the 2019 Boston Marathon.
Take a peek behind the scenes of our photo shoot with 2018 Boston Marathon champion (and our November/December 2018 cover runner) Des Linden.
Women's Running's November/December 2018 cover runner, Des Linden, discusses her victory in the 2018 Boston Marathon and the strength of the American professional women's field.
For those that missed it, here's how the 2018 NYC Marathon played out for the professional women's field.
Shalane Flanagan, Molly Huddle and Desiree Linden reflect on their performances, admiration for Mary Keitany and plans for the future.
Boston Marathon winner and NYC Marathon hopeful Des Linden answers questions about her training and race prep ahead of this year's race in New York City.
Boston Marathon winner Des Linden checks in with the Women's Running team with two weeks remaining before this year's TCS New York City Marathon.
Defending NYC Marathon champ Shalane Flanagan and 2018 Boston Marathon winner Des Linden both have their sights set on this year’s NYC Marathon podium.
The 2018 Boston Marathon’s top two female finishers will meet again at the Philadelphia Half Marathon on September 16.
Shalane Flanagan will return to the New York City Marathon course on November 4 to defend her championship title.
Boston Marathon champion Des Linden announced this week that she will race the TCS New York City Marathon this fall.
A reflection on the effect that 2018 Boston Marathon champion Desiree Linden's win has on the American running community one week later.
10 quick facts about Desiree Linden, the first American woman to win the Boston Marathon in 33 years.
When conditions go “code blue,” what you wear matters.
Desiree Linden became the first American woman to win the Boston Marathon on the coldest Marathon Monday in recent memory.
Professional American distance runner Desiree Linden spoke with Women's Running to share her Boston Marathon training update.
The American men and women elite fields for the 2018 Boston Marathon were announced today.
The American trio of Shalane Flanagan, Amy Cragg and Des Linden finished in the top-10—for the first time ever in Olympic marathon history.
What is it like to be the spouse of some of the fastest runners in our sport?
Desi Linden will be stepping out onto the Olympic Marathon course wearing a pair of customized Brooks Hyperion racing flats.
And Desi Linden is helping them get to the start line.
Here's your mini cheat sheet on what the trials are, who's running and why it matters.
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.
There's hardly 30 days left until the Olympic Trials Marathon, and a handful of Brooks athletes are getting in their final training strides.
With all of our friends "peanutizing" their look based on the famous comic strip, we decided to have a little fun with it.
Travel to these elevated getaways to help your running and see amazing sights.
Everyone has bad days—even elites. Here's how they work to overcome them.
Use these tips from an elite marathoner to help fuel your own race.
Relive the excitement of marathon weekend through stories, photos and race reflections.
Another great day in Boston—and we captured some of the action up front and along the course.
Desi Linden beats Flanagan, finishes first for the American women.
Former teammates Desi Linden and Amy Cragg are prepped for a fast Boston Marathon.
Meet the four women representing the U.S. on Marathon Monday.
See who made out list of the top marathoners of all time.
Elite athletes dish on everything Boston Marathon—and look ahead at the 2016 trials.
Take a look at who will be on the starting line on April 20th.