safety

Gear

Running Gear for Beginners: Must-Haves vs. Nice-to-Haves

If you're feeling overwhelmed with all the shiny things as you start running, let us help simplify your gear game.

Culture

360 YOU: Kim Clark Shares Essential Safety Tips All Runners Should Know

It's a tough, but important conversation for runners to have.

Culture

How Strava Fame Became a Burden for Molly Seidel

The star runner’s decision to be less public on the app illustrates how pro athletes have to find a tricky balance between privacy and exposure

People

The Story Behind Laura McCloskey Green’s Viral Video on Women’s Safety

The idea came to her and was developed within a day, but the message is timeless.

News

Adidas Hopes to Tackle Female Runner Safety By Engaging Male Runners

In an effort to end violence against female runners, Adidas and its new partners are launching an education program for men.

News

Survey Finds Safety is Among the Greatest Barriers Faced by Minority Endurance Athletes

Gatorade Endurance is trying to uncover why more athletes from marginalized groups aren't participating in endurance sports.

News

Nike Strips Alberto Salazar's Name From Building After SafeSport Coaching Ban

After the U.S. Center for SafeSport revoked his coaching eligibility, Nike said it was appropriate to rename the facility.

Beginner

How to Plan Your Run Route

Need help plotting your miles? Here's everything you need to know to become an expert running route planner.

News

U.S. Center for SafeSport Permanently Bans Alberto Salazar From Coaching

The former Nike Oregon Project coach will no longer be allowed to work with U.S.A. Track & Field athletes after receiving permanent suspension from SafeSport. He has 10 days to appeal.

People

Kelly Herron's Secret Weapon: Her Mom

Through every up and down, Kelly Herron has had two things to lean on: Running, and her mom.

News

This New Race-Day Safety Protocol is Just the Goodest

COVID-sniffing biodetection dogs will be on site to screen race participants at the Atlanta Journal-Constitution Peachtree Road Race in July.

Health

How Air Pollution Affects Runners

From wildfires to car traffic, all runners should be aware of the air quality before working up a sweat.

Culture

It's Time to Actually Do Something About Harassment While Running

It's not enough to just arm women with self-defense tips and products, we need a complete cultural change.

Culture

The State of Run Safety in 2020

As evolving attitudes and education continue to influence, community members and leaders collectively agree that true progress on the topic of run safety will come from reframing the conversation.

Trail

How to Avoid Snakes on the Trail

These 8 expert tips can keep you safe from these mostly misunderstood reptiles.

Trail

The Do’s and Don’ts of Wildlife Encounters on the Trail

Guidelines on how to stay safe and defuse potentially unsafe situations in the wild, animal by animal.

Training

Summer is Coming: Here's How to Stay Safe While Running in the Heat

Grab your sunscreen, water, and these expert tips to make summer running bearable.

Health

Women’s Running Editorial Update on COVID-19

Culture

Olympic Trials Qualifier Kaitlin Goodman Has a Huge Goal: Making Every Runner Safe on the Road

The Safe on the Road founder envisions a world where roads are designed for everyone to use.

Culture

What is SafeSport and Why Did It Suspend Alberto Salazar?

The U.S. Center for SafeSport is investigating Alberto Salazar. Here’s what you need to know about the SafeSport code and who enforces it.