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‘Duck Walking’ Can Strengthen and Stretch Your Calves and Shins if They’re Inflamed From Pounding the Pavement
August 22, 2022
‘Duck Walking’ Can Strengthen and Stretch Your Calves and Shins if They’re Inflamed From Pounding the Pavement
Runners will do just about anything to keep themselves from being sidelined by an injury,…
By Jessica Giles
This Tennis Ball Trick Can Make Walking or Running Feel So Much Easier
August 19, 2022
This Tennis Ball Trick Can Make Walking or Running Feel So Much Easier
When I'm endurance training, I play quite a few brain games to help me get…
By Kells McPhillips
Want To Hit the Pavement With Your Dog? These Are the Best Leashes for Running With Your Best Friend
August 13, 2022
Want To Hit the Pavement With Your Dog? These Are the Best Leashes for Running With Your Best Friend
If you’re an avid runner who’s also a dog owner, you’ve probably, at the very…
By Jenn Sinrich
Why Running Downhill Is So Deceptively Hard—And How To Make It Easier
August 11, 2022
Why Running Downhill Is So Deceptively Hard—And How To Make It Easier
If you know anything about the Boston Marathon, you’ve probably heard of Heartbreak Hill, the…
By Lauren Wingenroth
Surprisingly, Watching Elite Runners Compete Made Me Feel *More* Secure in My Amateur Efforts
August 05, 2022
Surprisingly, Watching Elite Runners Compete Made Me Feel *More* Secure in My Amateur Efforts
Along the Willamette River in Eugene, Oregon during the track and field world championships last…
By Rachel Kraus
The Only Word That’s Getting Me Back Into Running After an Injury
June 27, 2022
The Only Word That’s Getting Me Back Into Running After an Injury
I became a runner during the pandemic. I’ve never been able to go very fast…
By Rachel Kraus
The Best Trail Running Shoes for Ultimate Off-Road Comfort
June 20, 2022
The Best Trail Running Shoes for Ultimate Off-Road Comfort
There's a childlike joy to trail running. You're coursing through the woods, jumping over logs,…
By Jennifer Heimlich
Hate To Break It to You, but Your Compression Socks Probably Aren’t Helping Your Muscle Recovery
May 30, 2022
Hate To Break It to You, but Your Compression Socks Probably Aren’t Helping Your Muscle Recovery
If you take a look at the sea of legs of runners lining up before…
By Amber Sayer
What Does It Mean if My Legs Get Itchy When I Run?
May 26, 2022
What Does It Mean if My Legs Get Itchy When I Run?
Soreness, tiredness, and muscle burning are all sensations you might expect to feel while running.…
By Rachel Kraus
Is Purchasing an At-Home Treadmill Worth It? The Horizon Fitness Studio Series Convinced Me the Answer Is Yes
May 23, 2022
Is Purchasing an At-Home Treadmill Worth It? The Horizon Fitness Studio Series Convinced Me the Answer Is Yes
I can honestly say I never thought I would own a treadmill. I do enjoy…
By Catie Jaffe
Unlock Tight Hip Flexors (and Shave Time Off Your Mile) With These Mobility Moves
May 19, 2022
Unlock Tight Hip Flexors (and Shave Time Off Your Mile) With These Mobility Moves
We get it: Sometimes, you get the urge to lace up your sneakers and just…
By Kells McPhillips
5 Tips From a Professional Dog Runner if You Want To Start Running With Your Pup
May 16, 2022
5 Tips From a Professional Dog Runner if You Want To Start Running With Your Pup
You know that feeling of satisfied exhaustion that comes after a good run? Well, turns…
By Rachel Kraus
I've Been Tying My Sneakers Wrong for My Whole Life, and You Probably Are, Too
May 14, 2022
I've Been Tying My Sneakers Wrong for My Whole Life, and You Probably Are, Too
Tying my sneakers is the last thing I do before heading out the door for…
By Kells McPhillips
13 Triathlon Training Tips With a Basic Plan To Get Yourself Across the Finish Line
May 13, 2022
13 Triathlon Training Tips With a Basic Plan To Get Yourself Across the Finish Line
Looking for ways to take your fitness to a whole new level? Or, perhaps, you’re…
By Rebecca Norris
Jogging Is Making a Comeback Right Now—and We Are So Here for It
May 11, 2022
Jogging Is Making a Comeback Right Now—and We Are So Here for It
When Monica Rivera was looking for company on her runs in New York City, she…
By Lauren Wingenroth
Make This Simple Tweak To Transform Your Runs—And Walks—Into a Killer Glute Workout
April 06, 2022
Make This Simple Tweak To Transform Your Runs—And Walks—Into a Killer Glute Workout
Now that the weather is (finally!) warming up, it's getting much more pleasant to trade…
By Kate Hull
A Podiatrist Says the Megacushioned On Cloudmonster Sneaker Is a Lifesaver if You Have Painful Foot Issues
April 04, 2022
A Podiatrist Says the Megacushioned On Cloudmonster Sneaker Is a Lifesaver if You Have Painful Foot Issues
I always wanted to be the kind of runner who could rock a pair of…
By Jennifer Heimlich
How To Stop Shin Splints in Their Tracks, According to a Physical Therapist
March 30, 2022
How To Stop Shin Splints in Their Tracks, According to a Physical Therapist
This warmer spring weather may be giving you a little more energy to add a…
By Kate Hull
Lululemon's First-Ever Shoe Is Made To Fit Women Runners First—And It's Way More Than Cinderella Ever Hoped For
March 22, 2022
Lululemon's First-Ever Shoe Is Made To Fit Women Runners First—And It's Way More Than Cinderella Ever Hoped For
Walk into a Lululemon store and you'll find almost everything you need to go the distance:…
By Kells McPhillips
The Biggest Opponent to the Senate's Bill To Make Daylight Saving Time Permanent? Morning Runners
March 17, 2022
The Biggest Opponent to the Senate's Bill To Make Daylight Saving Time Permanent? Morning Runners
We all lost an hour of sleep over the weekend, but anyone who loves to…
By Jennifer Heimlich
6 Reasons Why Fitness Pros Recommend This Simple Calf Exercise to Pretty Much Everyone
March 17, 2022
6 Reasons Why Fitness Pros Recommend This Simple Calf Exercise to Pretty Much Everyone
Have you ever felt off-balance while walking? Or experienced shin splints or knee pain during…
By Rebecca Norris
Could Pink Drinks Be the Key to Better Running Endurance?
March 16, 2022
Could Pink Drinks Be the Key to Better Running Endurance?
Runners have been sipping vibrant hues in the name of performance since the dawn of…
By Kells McPhillips
'I'm a Podiatrist, and These Are the *Only* Running Shoes I Recommend for People With High Arches or Flat Feet'
February 15, 2022
'I'm a Podiatrist, and These Are the *Only* Running Shoes I Recommend for People With High Arches or Flat Feet'
Given the assortment of colors, styles, and technologies available, it can be tempting to pick…
By Zoe Weiner
How Long Should It Take To Catch Your Breath After a Run? A Cardiologist Weighs In
February 01, 2022
How Long Should It Take To Catch Your Breath After a Run? A Cardiologist Weighs In
So, how long should it actually take you to catch your breath after a run…
By Kate Hull
This 20-Minute Beginner's Running Workout Helped Me Get Back on the Treadmill After Two Years
January 29, 2022
This 20-Minute Beginner's Running Workout Helped Me Get Back on the Treadmill After Two Years
When it comes to making time for movement each day, I am not typically someone…
By Jess Freedman
You Technically Need Different Shoes for Running and Walking, but These 4 Pairs Are Perfect for Both
January 28, 2022
You Technically Need Different Shoes for Running and Walking, but These 4 Pairs Are Perfect for Both
While it seems like you always need a new product for a new hyper-specific thing…
By Dominique Michelle Astorino
Indigenous People Make Up Less Than 1% of NCAA Athletes—This Is Why I'm Using My Platform To Change That
January 26, 2022
Indigenous People Make Up Less Than 1% of NCAA Athletes—This Is Why I'm Using My Platform To Change That
For me, running began as a coping mechanism. When I was 14, I suffered from…
By Rosalie Fish
Farewell, Frosty Fingers—These Cold-Weather Running Gloves Will Keep Your Hands Warm Mile After Mile
January 19, 2022
Farewell, Frosty Fingers—These Cold-Weather Running Gloves Will Keep Your Hands Warm Mile After Mile
When it comes to running, our feet tend to get a lot of love. Especially…
By Francesca Krempa
Think You Hate Running? This Walk-to-Run Interval Workout May Just Change Your Mind
January 19, 2022
Think You Hate Running? This Walk-to-Run Interval Workout May Just Change Your Mind
At first blush, running is an intimidating sport. (What do you mean you don't stop for…
By Kells McPhillips
Here's What Happens To Your Brain When You Run Just 10 Minutes a Day
January 07, 2022
Here's What Happens To Your Brain When You Run Just 10 Minutes a Day
It’s 3 p.m., and it feels like your brain has left the building. You’re not…
By Dominique Michelle Astorino
'I'm A Podiatrist—Here's What Causes Your Morning Heel Pain'
December 31, 2021
'I'm A Podiatrist—Here's What Causes Your Morning Heel Pain'
I swear, nothing makes me feel more like ‘Oscar the Grouch’ than when I wake…
By Han Schneider
The Best Smart Watches for Running, Whether You're an Experienced Runner or Just Getting Started
December 29, 2021
The Best Smart Watches for Running, Whether You're an Experienced Runner or Just Getting Started
If you're looking for ways to become a better runner, you may have tried form…
By Allie Flinn
I’m a Cardiologist. Here’s Why I Encourage Every Runner To Focus on Their ‘Forever Pace’ for Heart Health
December 27, 2021
I’m a Cardiologist. Here’s Why I Encourage Every Runner To Focus on Their ‘Forever Pace’ for Heart Health
Sometimes, runs are magic. You know the feeling: You hit just the right stride, and…
By Kells McPhillips
These Everything Bagel Muffins From Olympic Runner Shalane Flanagan Are the Ideal Post-Workout Breakfast
December 08, 2021
These Everything Bagel Muffins From Olympic Runner Shalane Flanagan Are the Ideal Post-Workout Breakfast
Most people want three things when they come home sweaty after a run: water, a…
By Emily Laurence
The Adidas Ultraboost 22 Completely Redefines How a Running Shoe Should Fit
December 06, 2021
The Adidas Ultraboost 22 Completely Redefines How a Running Shoe Should Fit
Whenever I try on a pair of running shoes, I always think about the age-old…
By Kells McPhillips
How Lacing Up for Races Helped Forge a Friendship Between Two Runners
November 18, 2021
How Lacing Up for Races Helped Forge a Friendship Between Two Runners
Melissa and I met nearly seven years ago at an Achilles group run in Central…
By Brooke Ely Danielson
‘I'm a Sports Cardiologist and Marathon Runner, and These Are the Heart-Healthy Breakfasts I Love’
November 14, 2021
‘I'm a Sports Cardiologist and Marathon Runner, and These Are the Heart-Healthy Breakfasts I Love’
Just ask any morning runner: What you eat for breakfast makes or breaks the miles…
By Kells McPhillips
Why Walk-Run Strategies Can Net Faster Miles Than Running Alone
November 13, 2021
Why Walk-Run Strategies Can Net Faster Miles Than Running Alone
My whole journey with fitness began with a half marathon. In reality, it began with…
By Dominique Michelle Astorino
Here’s What a Sports Cardiologist Wants You To Know Before Signing Up To Run a Race
November 10, 2021
Here’s What a Sports Cardiologist Wants You To Know Before Signing Up To Run a Race
26.2 miles is arguably the most iconic distance of any road race. And when it…
By Kells McPhillips
Inspired To Run the NYC Marathon? Here's What the Day Is Like from Sun Up to Sun Down
November 08, 2021
Inspired To Run the NYC Marathon? Here's What the Day Is Like from Sun Up to Sun Down
One early November, a long long time ago, I woke up following a Halloween party,…
By Ali Finney
‘I'm a Cardiologist and Marathon Runner, and This Is My Best Recovery Advice’
November 07, 2021
‘I'm a Cardiologist and Marathon Runner, and This Is My Best Recovery Advice’
Cardiologist John Higgins, MD, first felt the desire to run a marathon when he was…
By Kells McPhillips
How Jordan Marie Daniel Marries Running and Advocacy for Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women
November 06, 2021
How Jordan Marie Daniel Marries Running and Advocacy for Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women
In 2019, Jordan Marie Daniel—a fourth-generation Indigenous runner and competitive marathoner—was fed up. She was…
By Zoe Weiner
Want To Get the Maximum Longevity Benefits From Running? Here's How Many Miles To Log Per Week
October 27, 2021
Want To Get the Maximum Longevity Benefits From Running? Here's How Many Miles To Log Per Week
When it comes to choosing a way to move your body, experts largely say that…
By Emily Laurence
'I'm a Professional Runner and This Is My Pre-Race Day Evening Routine'
October 26, 2021
'I'm a Professional Runner and This Is My Pre-Race Day Evening Routine'
Whether you're about to run a 5K or a long 26.2, the night before race…
By Emily Laurence
A Physical Therapist Says This Move Gives You 'A Lot of Bang for Your Buck' in Stabilizing Your Hips
October 25, 2021
A Physical Therapist Says This Move Gives You 'A Lot of Bang for Your Buck' in Stabilizing Your Hips
In the three most recent episodes of Trainer of the Month Club, Pilates and barre…
By Allie Flinn
How Pilates Pushed One 66-Year-Old Triathlete To Run the Fastest Miles of His Life
October 19, 2021
How Pilates Pushed One 66-Year-Old Triathlete To Run the Fastest Miles of His Life
Joseph Gaviola, 66, has been competing in triathlons for 25 years, and he has no…
By Zoe Weiner
3 Moves That'll Add More Power and Stability to Your Walks and Runs
October 18, 2021
3 Moves That'll Add More Power and Stability to Your Walks and Runs
Becoming a stronger runner isn't just about hitting the pavement. Building strength in areas like…
By Allie Flinn
5 of the Best Running Shoes You Can Buy on Amazon
October 17, 2021
5 of the Best Running Shoes You Can Buy on Amazon
Whether you're someone who loves to run or occasionally take a jog every now and…
By Taylor Bell
6 Mental Tips to Get You Through Running Long Races, From a Sports Psychologist
October 14, 2021
6 Mental Tips to Get You Through Running Long Races, From a Sports Psychologist
If you’ve ever run more than a mile, you know that a long run is…
By Dominique Michelle Astorino
A Physical Therapist Says Strengthening This Muscle Group Will Help Prevent Running-Related Knee Pain
October 11, 2021
A Physical Therapist Says Strengthening This Muscle Group Will Help Prevent Running-Related Knee Pain
Strength training is key for stability, and stability is key for, well, pretty much every…
By Allie Flinn
3 Pilates Moves a 58-Year-Old, 6-Time Ironman Triathlete Says Everyone Should Do
October 07, 2021
3 Pilates Moves a 58-Year-Old, 6-Time Ironman Triathlete Says Everyone Should Do
When Jackie Timmerman first started competing in Ironman Triathlons in her mid-30s, she wasn't anticipating…
By Kara Jillian Brown
Is The 'Runner's High' Real? We Asked 4 Pros To Weigh In
October 06, 2021
Is The 'Runner's High' Real? We Asked 4 Pros To Weigh In
If you searched Google images for "photos of women running," you'd be met with hundreds…
By Zoe Weiner
'I’m a Peloton Run Coach, and This Is Why Running Consistently Isn’t Improving Your Endurance'
October 05, 2021
'I’m a Peloton Run Coach, and This Is Why Running Consistently Isn’t Improving Your Endurance'
Running is one of the simplest ways to improve your mental and physical health. From…
By Kristina Valdez
A Physical Therapist Says '3-D Core Moves' Will Help You Run a Better Mile
October 04, 2021
A Physical Therapist Says '3-D Core Moves' Will Help You Run a Better Mile
Obviously, cardiovascular strength and endurance are important in running—but they're not the only things that…
By Allie Flinn
Ready To Run? Sign Up To Train for a Virtual 5K or 10K With Us This Fall
October 01, 2021
Ready To Run? Sign Up To Train for a Virtual 5K or 10K With Us This Fall
The second the leaves start falling, runners of all stripes and athletic abilities flood the…
By Kells McPhillips
How To Increase Running Speed With 7 Simple Tweaks to Your Form
September 10, 2021
How To Increase Running Speed With 7 Simple Tweaks to Your Form
Whether you’re a jogger or runner, there’s a very good chance that you wish you…
By Rebecca Norris
This Longevity-Boosting '3D Warmup' Gets Your Body Ready for Cardio
September 08, 2021
This Longevity-Boosting '3D Warmup' Gets Your Body Ready for Cardio
When you've carved out the time to go for a run, it can be tempting…
By Zoe Weiner
I'm Training for Back-to-Back Marathons—Here's Why You'll Never See Me Share My Pace on Social Media
September 05, 2021
I'm Training for Back-to-Back Marathons—Here's Why You'll Never See Me Share My Pace on Social Media
I'm currently training for two back-to-back, incredibly challenging marathons in Boston and New York City—which,…
By Brooke Ely Danielson
The 3-Ingredient Breakfast a Gold Medal Winning Triathlete Always Eats on Race Day
August 23, 2021
The 3-Ingredient Breakfast a Gold Medal Winning Triathlete Always Eats on Race Day
Sure, the 2021 Olympics certainly had its fair share of controversy, but there's no denying…
By Emily Laurence
Olympic Gold Medalist Sydney McLaughlin Just Launched a High-Style Collection With New Balance
August 17, 2021
Olympic Gold Medalist Sydney McLaughlin Just Launched a High-Style Collection With New Balance
You'd think that after winning two gold medals at the Tokyo Olympics and, in doing…
By Francesca Krempa
This 16-Minute Resistance Band Warmup Is Designed for Runners, but Ideal for Every Workout
August 17, 2021
This 16-Minute Resistance Band Warmup Is Designed for Runners, but Ideal for Every Workout
Confession: I can't remember the last time I warmed up in any significant way before…
By Erin Bunch
These Are the Best Neutral Running Shoes, According to a Podiatrist
August 10, 2021
These Are the Best Neutral Running Shoes, According to a Podiatrist
You've probably heard it hundreds of times before, but having a pair of running shoes…
By Tamara Pridgett
I Ran My Fastest 5K *Ever* in Nike's Newest Sneaker
August 06, 2021
I Ran My Fastest 5K *Ever* in Nike's Newest Sneaker
This summer I took on a challenge—more specifically, a Nike challenge. The goal? To run…
By Brooke Ely Danielson
This Core Workout for Runners Is a Good Reminder To Pay Attention to More Than Just Your Abs When Training Your Center
August 03, 2021
This Core Workout for Runners Is a Good Reminder To Pay Attention to More Than Just Your Abs When Training Your Center
A strong core is mission-critical for athletes of all stripes, and runners are no exception;…
By Erin Bunch
These Are the Best Waterproof Cases To Keep Your Phone Protected This Summer
July 30, 2021
These Are the Best Waterproof Cases To Keep Your Phone Protected This Summer
The fall from the treadmill cupholder to the gym floor is a long one, and…
By Brenna Holland
This Lightweight Nike Free 5.0 Running Shoe Has a Barely-There Feel and It's Perfect for Travel
July 27, 2021
This Lightweight Nike Free 5.0 Running Shoe Has a Barely-There Feel and It's Perfect for Travel
Being picky is considered annoying say when you can't decide on a place to eat…
By Tamara Pridgett
Sha’Carri Richardson Is an Unapologetic Black Woman and That’s Why I’ll Always Support Her
July 15, 2021
Sha’Carri Richardson Is an Unapologetic Black Woman and That’s Why I’ll Always Support Her
She's fast. She's confident. She’s bold. She’s audacious. She's a woman. She's Black. That's what…
By Tamara Pridgett
How to Get Started Training for Your Very First Triathlon, According to a Triathlete
July 08, 2021
How to Get Started Training for Your Very First Triathlon, According to a Triathlete
So you are thinking about challenging yourself physically and mentally and doing a triathlon. There's…
By Joy Renee Miles
The Legacy Allyson Felix Wants To Leave Behind for Her Daughter Ahead of Her Final Olympics
July 02, 2021
The Legacy Allyson Felix Wants To Leave Behind for Her Daughter Ahead of Her Final Olympics
Allyson Felix is one of the most decorated athletes of all time. She's one of…
By Tamara Pridgett
How To Prep for Your Workout So You Don’t Feel Like You Need To Poop Halfway Through, According to Gastros
June 30, 2021
How To Prep for Your Workout So You Don’t Feel Like You Need To Poop Halfway Through, According to Gastros
Nothing ruins a workout than the sudden urge to use the bathroom halfway through it—and…
By Francesca Krempa
3 Lessons Olympic Hopeful Jaide Stepter Baynes Learned From Her Olympian Mother
June 24, 2021
3 Lessons Olympic Hopeful Jaide Stepter Baynes Learned From Her Olympian Mother
Jaide Stepter Baynes, an All-American sprinter, high school record holder, and professional sprinter is accustom…
By Tamara Pridgett
Being Intentional Transformed 800-Meter Runner Ajeé Wilson's Olympics Preparation and Performance
June 22, 2021
Being Intentional Transformed 800-Meter Runner Ajeé Wilson's Olympics Preparation and Performance
The past year has been "unusual" for Olympian and 800-meter United States record holder Ajeé…
By Tamara Pridgett
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