Running Buddies

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Training

Group Runs are Back and a Little Socially Awkward. Here’s How to Cope

We’ve been apart for more than a year, but participating in running club workouts can be good practice for reentering society.

Erin StroutApril 7, 2021

People

"I still have many miles to run": Suzanne Munroe Shares Her Best Miles With Her Grandchildren

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

Theresa Juva-BrownMarch 8, 2021

Wellness

Yes, Running Really Does Do a Bond Good

The chemicals released when exercising are the same that can increase your bond with someone when you do it together.

Caitlin CarlsonJune 20, 2020

Culture

So You Don't Get Along With "That" Girl In Your Run Group

Your usual buddy has invited a new friend to the running group and you don't really click. Here's how to handle the situation.

Lizzie PostNovember 1, 2016

Health

9 Things I've Learned From Running With My Mom

When she started running in 2003, with her mom by her side, Mile Posts knew their bond would only grow with each step. Here's how it has.

Dorothy BealOctober 14, 2016

Training

Is It Rude To Listen To Music When With A Running Buddy?

Is it okay to run with a playlist AND running buddy? Our etiquette expert shares the proper way to handle the common situation.

Lizzie PostSeptember 28, 2016

Training

What To Do When Your Speedy Run Bud Ditches You

If your running buddy often leaves you in their dust, our etiquette expert has some advice on how the handle the situation.

Ashley LaurettaAugust 30, 2016

Health

How Your Dog Is Helping You Get Fitter

Are the kids begging for a family dog? A new survey shows that may not be such a bad idea for your health.

August 25, 2016

Culture

8 Hilarious Lies We Tell Non-Runners To Get Them To Run

If you've ever felt the urge to get your best non-runner friend out on the roads with you, you've probably said one of these things.

Alison BarsalonaAugust 23, 2016

Training

The Actual Hardest Part About Running With A Faster Friend

There’s no doubt that running with a faster friend is physically challenging, but that isn't the hardest part.

Ashley LaurettaAugust 4, 2016

Training

When Your Friend Says She'll Join You For 'Slow Days'

One runner's sprint can be another runner's jog.

Ashley LaurettaJuly 25, 2016

Training

How Do I Tell A Friend I Want To Run Faster Than Her?

You told your friend you'd race with her, but want to run faster than she's ready to go. What do you do?

Ashley LaurettaJune 6, 2016

Training

What To Do If You Beat Your Friend In A Race

You and a friend sign up for a race together—her idea—and you finish before her. How do you handle the awkward situation?

Ashley LaurettaMay 9, 2016

Culture

Why Having A 'Girl Squad' Makes Running Even Sweeter

One runner formed a "girl squad" while running Ragnar and it changed the way she saw the sport (and herself).

Ashley LaurettaMay 5, 2016

Training

How Much Talking On The Run Is Too Much?

When it is okay to talk on the run and when you should give your buddy some peace and quiet.

Ashley LaurettaApril 11, 2016

Training

5 Tips For Running A Race With Friends

Racing with friends can be fun—if you all have the same expectations.

Courtney DreddenApril 6, 2016

Culture

These Acquaintances Became Run Buds With Matching Tattoos!

How two women formed a lifelong bond—sealed in ink!—over shared miles and races.

Ashley LaurettaApril 5, 2016

Health

Why The Bond Between Running Buddies Is So Special

One runner shares what she has learned from her running buddies after logging miles on the roads.

Janae JacobsApril 4, 2016

Culture

The Differences Between Running Buddies And Other Friends

While you need both in your life, those running buddies really understand your addiction to logging miles.

Fara RosenzweigMarch 30, 2016

Training

3 Workouts You Can Do With Faster Runners

Don't worry if your running BFF is slightly speedier. You can still work out together.

Jess UnderhillMarch 21, 2016

Running Buddies

Latest Stories

Group Runs are Back and a Little Socially Awkward. Here’s How to Cope

"I still have many miles to run": Suzanne Munroe Shares Her Best Miles With Her Grandchildren

Yes, Running Really Does Do a Bond Good

So You Don't Get Along With "That" Girl In Your Run Group

9 Things I've Learned From Running With My Mom

Is It Rude To Listen To Music When With A Running Buddy?

What To Do When Your Speedy Run Bud Ditches You

How Your Dog Is Helping You Get Fitter

8 Hilarious Lies We Tell Non-Runners To Get Them To Run

The Actual Hardest Part About Running With A Faster Friend

When Your Friend Says She'll Join You For 'Slow Days'

How Do I Tell A Friend I Want To Run Faster Than Her?

What To Do If You Beat Your Friend In A Race

Why Having A 'Girl Squad' Makes Running Even Sweeter

How Much Talking On The Run Is Too Much?

5 Tips For Running A Race With Friends

These Acquaintances Became Run Buds With Matching Tattoos!

Why The Bond Between Running Buddies Is So Special

The Differences Between Running Buddies And Other Friends

3 Workouts You Can Do With Faster Runners

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