Inspiration

"My running may look different with a few more things on my plate and that's OK."

Looking for a new book to read? Dive into someone else's perspective with these compelling running memoirs.

In a landscape dominated by hyper-filtered images and rail-thin fitness influencers, 38-year-old social media sensation Erin Azar stands out.

If anyone had lingering questions about whether good vibes and fast times go hand in hand, Seidel dispatched them.

When Catherine Popp was diagnosed with Alzheimer's at age 53, her partner quit his job so they could make the most of their time together, by traveling and running.

Now the youngest person to run 100 marathons, Dreamer Jocelyn Rivas recently finished her hundredth at the Los Angeles Marathon.

Ida Keeling died at age 106.

These masters women are showing their strength in track and field.

During one of the hottest Trials in recent history, the country's best athletes made us laugh, made us smile, and delivered up some A+ quotes on what it means to push past our believed limits.

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

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.

“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.

Munroe teaches her young running buddies to get out for fun and not medals.

Few friendships rival the kind between women runners. And this year, more than ever, we need them.

Power through tough workouts or races with wise words from the pros.

When a young pole vaulter got frustrated that nobody made women’s-specific shoes for her sport, she got to work.

Becoming a mother has changed my life in profound ways—but it’s also changed my relationship with a sport I love in ways I never saw coming.

These artistic movies will both move you and get you moving.

After nearly a lifetime of feeling shut in, Shadia Nagati found a path out through running.

Hillary Allen is tackling a new sport in her never-ending quest for strength and self-discovery: gravel cycling. Follow her as she starts from scratch.

Denise Sauriol's transparency about her struggles is part of what endears her to so many runners.

We still have a long way to go in the name of gender equality, but here are three ways the sport is making progress.

Determination and positivity have enabled 94-year-old runner Ann McGowan to find strength in challenging situations throughout her life.

Applying the “every runner is a real runner” mantra to your own athleticism can be much tougher than relaying its message to other runners.

When the going got tough, these women kept running.

Here's what to consider before making the transition from road running to triathlon.

After her freak fall, ultrarunner Hillary Allen proudly bears the scars that remind her of the resilience of the human body and spirit.

We’ve all made excuses to avoid running—setting the right goals and prioritizing our lives will help these excuses disappear.

Sakiko Minagawa is channeling her talent for running she discovered during high school in the hope of becoming a member of the running elite

These women started running later than most but have proven runners of all ages can be successful.

Learning to run was a lifelong goal for this cancer survivor.

Reliving my day that was as grand as the canyon.

Three years ago, Tori Bowie decided to give sprinting a try. The success that has followed is nothing short of shocking.

Shift your racing mindset with power phrases.

Black Girls RUN! leaves no woman behind.

261 Fearless provides a welcoming environment for women runners around the world.

Deciding to keep their bodies and minds healthy through running is something most athletes never regret.

In this excerpt from the book 'Big Fit Girl: Embrace the Body You Have' here is why athletes come in all shapes and sizes.

We need to change the way we think about health and weight and realize that the two aren't always as connected as we thought.

Dell Miller uses new technology to evolve as a runner.

If you are struggling to get back to running after the holiday parties and time off from work, follow these steps and revive your routine.

Here's how you need to plan out your goals to be more likely to achieve success. These secrets are doctor-approved and tested.

A chance encounter on the Queensboro Bridge at Mile 15 of the New York City Marathon changed one runner's motivation mid-race.

NBD—she's only done 45 Ironmans.

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Witnessing a runner missing her Olympic Dream on the track isn't the whole story—Phoebe explains why, and we adore her for it.

The 2016 Olympic Games came to a close yesterday, but the inspiration these athletes gave us is not leaving any time soon.

After fumbling over some facts regarding Meb Keflezighi, one commentator made a correction that didn't appease anyone.

Who remembers this race?

One runner was deeply affected by recent tragic events in Massachusetts, but this is why she won't stop running solo.

From the first gold medal of the games, to the 1,000th ever for Team USA, women are dominating their disciplines in badass fashion.

Emma Coburn just earned herself a bronze medal and spot in history.

Just because she's done more than 50 ultra events doesn't mean she stopped learning.

You can feel every emotion she beautifully shares with her words.

She's one of your favorite running bloggers—so here's how the sport really fuels her passions.

Because if you run slow, who cares? Apparently your lifespan does.

If anyone knows about the heartbreak that can happen between a girl and her track, it's Alexi Pappas.

You know how runners love posting quotes with their 'gram photos? Elites are no different—here are some of the top #roadtorio posts so far.

Running fans have access to their favorite athletes on any social platform—and Alysia Montano is the queen of making that possible on Snap.

Her Instagram has garnered more than 50K followers—and for good reason. Watch this video to see what else happens behind the scenes.

This story is not only beautiful for its characters, but it's also written with so much love.

Wanna feel like an elite runner who runs for a living? Run a PR wearing Tracksmith gear.

Do it for the Insta!

There are some things that only a first marathon can teach you.

One editor writes an open letter to her father, the greatest runner of all time.

For pole vaulter and lululemon ambassador Melinda Withrow, it's about training and fly fishing with her dad.

Jessie Graff is a stuntwoman, black belt and former pole vaulter—basically a recipe for success on this crazy-popular competition show.

She hopes this cover helps continue the conversation about trans people participating in athletics.

You just have to take that divider stick, chuck it aside and say, “No! I can go farther!” and then run like the wind.

Veil is bringing more modesty to the fitness world with two new pieces.

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In 2013, Adrianne Haslet-Davis, was at the Boston Marathon and lost part of her left leg in the tragic finish-line bombings.

In order to have a body that you love, you first have to love the body that you have.

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One inspiring runner has a message for domestic abuse victims everywhere: "Know that you are worth having a happy life."

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