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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 Poo Halfway Through, According to a Gastro
June 30, 2021
How To Prep for Your Workout So You Don't Feel Like You Need To Poo Halfway Through, According to a Gastro
Few things ruin a run or cardio sesh like getting started and immediately getting hit…
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
Here's What To Know About the Brand-New Brooklyn Marathon
June 16, 2021
Here's What To Know About the Brand-New Brooklyn Marathon
Brooklyn is getting its very own marathon. On Tuesday, New York City officials approved plans…
By Francesca Krempa
The 3 Pilates Exercises Pro Sprinter and Olympic Hopeful Jaide Stepter Baynes Does for Strong Abs
June 15, 2021
The 3 Pilates Exercises Pro Sprinter and Olympic Hopeful Jaide Stepter Baynes Does for Strong Abs
Your core is an integral part of daily functions and your athletic performance—it's used every…
By Tamara Pridgett
The Nordic Hamstring Curl Hits Places Even Squats Can't—And Helps To Prevent Injury
June 14, 2021
The Nordic Hamstring Curl Hits Places Even Squats Can't—And Helps To Prevent Injury
When you think about exercises to strengthen your lower body, squats are probably one of…
By Tamara Pridgett
Hoka's Just Launched a New Clifton Sneaker That's Somehow 15% Lighter Than Before 
May 29, 2021
Hoka's Just Launched a New Clifton Sneaker That's Somehow 15% Lighter Than Before 
Hoka One One fans already know that the Clifton is a gamechanger of a running…
By Dominique Michelle Astorino
Trainers Share Their Top Treadmill Safety Tips To Use When Working Out at Home
May 18, 2021
Trainers Share Their Top Treadmill Safety Tips To Use When Working Out at Home
In light of some pretty tragic, and frightening, news concerning treadmill recalls, we thought it…
By Dominique Michelle Astorino
‘I’m a Cardiologist and This Is Why the First Mile Is Always the Hardest’
May 18, 2021
‘I’m a Cardiologist and This Is Why the First Mile Is Always the Hardest’
When you enjoy running as a way to stay active, it might feel like that…
By Isadora Baum
5 Benefits of Jogging That Prove You Don't Have To Sprint To Get a Good Workout
May 14, 2021
5 Benefits of Jogging That Prove You Don't Have To Sprint To Get a Good Workout
I vividly remember running my first timed mile at age 10. I came in last…
By Zoe Weiner
How To Transition From the Treadmill to Outdoors, According to a Running Pro
May 08, 2021
How To Transition From the Treadmill to Outdoors, According to a Running Pro
Serotonin and dopamine have been in short supply the past year, so perhaps you're looking…
By Allie Flinn
The Outer-Thigh Strengthening Exercises Every Runner (and Non-Runner) Should Do to Prevent Injury
May 04, 2021
The Outer-Thigh Strengthening Exercises Every Runner (and Non-Runner) Should Do to Prevent Injury
Whether you took up jogging during the pandemic or have been marathoning for years, you’ve…
By Dominique Michelle Astorino
'I'm an Olympic Runner and Here's How I Push Through When the Miles Get Difficult'
April 21, 2021
'I'm an Olympic Runner and Here's How I Push Through When the Miles Get Difficult'
Every runner—whether you log a few miles a week for fun or if you're competitively…
By Emily Laurence
Nike's Injury-Reducing Running Shoe Just Got a Major Upgrade
April 11, 2021
Nike's Injury-Reducing Running Shoe Just Got a Major Upgrade
Last year Nike launched its React Infinity Running shoe, which cut injury rates in runners…
By Ali Finney
The New Outdoor Voices Run Collection Really Puts a Spring in Your Step
April 08, 2021
The New Outdoor Voices Run Collection Really Puts a Spring in Your Step
We've made it, runners. The slick sidewalks and wind-chill weary days of winter are behind…
By Ali Finney
This 'Hip Hike' Exercise From Harvard Heath Offers Protection Ahead of Your Next Run or Walk
March 08, 2021
This 'Hip Hike' Exercise From Harvard Heath Offers Protection Ahead of Your Next Run or Walk
Hustle culture is so very 2019. After having been put through the ringer over the…
By Erin Bunch
3 Longtime Runners Share the Piece of Advice They Wish They’d Known When They First Started
March 05, 2021
3 Longtime Runners Share the Piece of Advice They Wish They’d Known When They First Started
Whether training for races is your thing or you're just dipping your toes into the…
By Well+Good Editors
'I'm a Team USA Heptathlete, and These Are The Running Shoes I Swear By’
February 19, 2021
'I'm a Team USA Heptathlete, and These Are The Running Shoes I Swear By’
One pandemic silver lining is that we're collectively spending a lot more time outside than…
By Emily Laurence
I’m an Aspiring Runner, and These Earbuds Make Outdoor Runs and Dog Walks Way Better
February 05, 2021
I’m an Aspiring Runner, and These Earbuds Make Outdoor Runs and Dog Walks Way Better
I've always admired runners. The people who can bang out 10 miles like there's nothing…
By Erin Flynn
'I'm a Podiatrist, and These Are the Running Shoes I Recommend for Wide or Narrow Feet'
January 27, 2021
'I'm a Podiatrist, and These Are the Running Shoes I Recommend for Wide or Narrow Feet'
Your shoes can make or break your run. When it isn't the right fit, it'll…
By Kara Jillian Brown
Your Complete Guide to Which Peloton Tread Instructor’s Class Is Right for You, Depending on Your Workout Style
December 23, 2020
Your Complete Guide to Which Peloton Tread Instructor’s Class Is Right for You, Depending on Your Workout Style
So you just unwrapped your Peloton Tread+ and you're ready to start racking up the…
By Kells McPhillips
I Am a Fourth-Generation Runner—Here's What the Sport Means to Me and My Family
December 21, 2020
I Am a Fourth-Generation Runner—Here's What the Sport Means to Me and My Family
My name is Jordan Marie Brings Three White Horses Daniel. I am Kul Wičasa Lakota…
By Jordan Marie Daniel
RUNGRL Is Dedicated To Building a Community That Supports Black Women Runners
December 17, 2020
RUNGRL Is Dedicated To Building a Community That Supports Black Women Runners
"How I got started running was really community," Jasmine Nesi tells me over the phone.…
By Allie Flinn
Jump Rope vs. Running: The Cardio-Revving Benefits of Jumping Rope
November 28, 2020
Jump Rope vs. Running: The Cardio-Revving Benefits of Jumping Rope
Jump ropes have long been a staple on the playground, but as an adult, is…
By Zoe Weiner
11 of the Best Gifts for Runners That Will Really Go the Extra Mile This Holiday Season
November 24, 2020
11 of the Best Gifts for Runners That Will Really Go the Extra Mile This Holiday Season
Shopping for the runners in your life can be tough because we're all such creatures…
By Kells McPhillips
5 Virtual Turkey Trot Races To Keep Tradition Alive This Thanksgiving Day
November 24, 2020
5 Virtual Turkey Trot Races To Keep Tradition Alive This Thanksgiving Day
Every Thanksgiving morning, my family gathers in downtown Charleston, South Carolina, to run the Turkey…
By Kells McPhillips
Elliptical vs. Running: Which One Gives You the Most Effective Cardio Workout?
November 18, 2020
Elliptical vs. Running: Which One Gives You the Most Effective Cardio Workout?
Grab your mask and walk into any gym and you're bound to see two cardio…
By Emily Laurence
The Running Gear You Actually Need, According to Editors Who’ve Been Racking Up the Miles This Quarantine
November 12, 2020
The Running Gear You Actually Need, According to Editors Who’ve Been Racking Up the Miles This Quarantine
In theory, all you really need to be able to go for a run is…
By Well+Good Editors
Get To Know Your Body's 3 Energy Systems to Become a Stronger, Faster Runner
November 06, 2020
Get To Know Your Body's 3 Energy Systems to Become a Stronger, Faster Runner
As a runner, you know those days when you feel like you're running through sand.…
By Meghan Takacs
Your Complete Guide to Buying the Best Running Shoes for You
November 05, 2020
Your Complete Guide to Buying the Best Running Shoes for You
The first shoe designed specifically for running hit the market in 1832. Wait Webster affixed…
By Kells McPhillips
The One Mistake a Stretching Expert Is Begging Runners and Walkers Not To Make
October 29, 2020
The One Mistake a Stretching Expert Is Begging Runners and Walkers Not To Make
Whether you're training for a marathon or taking a few quick laps around the block,…
By Zoe Weiner
Barefoot Running Is Fast, Fun, and Bad**s—But It's Not for Every Body
October 27, 2020
Barefoot Running Is Fast, Fun, and Bad**s—But It's Not for Every Body
Christopher McDougall's bestselling book Born to Run tells the enthralling story of the Tarahumara, or Rarámuri—an…
By Kells McPhillips
I Own 3 Pairs of These Podiatrist-Approved Running and Walking Shoes Because They're *That* Good
October 26, 2020
I Own 3 Pairs of These Podiatrist-Approved Running and Walking Shoes Because They're *That* Good
I didn't run my first mile until I was 20 years old. What started with…
By Zoe Weiner
Hate Cooling Down After a Run? Try This Dynamic Routine That Makes Stretching Not Boring
October 26, 2020
Hate Cooling Down After a Run? Try This Dynamic Routine That Makes Stretching Not Boring
During a tough run, it's easy to find yourself counting down the minutes until the…
By Well+Good Editors
Neuroscientists Unpack How Running (Even a Little) Benefits Your Brain Leaps and Bounds
October 22, 2020
Neuroscientists Unpack How Running (Even a Little) Benefits Your Brain Leaps and Bounds
I recently picked up a 931-page book called Lore of Running for—you know—some light bedtime reading.…
By Kells McPhillips
The 3 Most Important Muscles To Work in Your Legs for Faster Miles, and How To Do It in Under 10 Minutes
October 21, 2020
The 3 Most Important Muscles To Work in Your Legs for Faster Miles, and How To Do It in Under 10 Minutes
Runners obviously love to run, but a lot of the work that makes your miles…
By Kells McPhillips
The Surprising Mental Benefits of Running Without Your Wearable
October 20, 2020
The Surprising Mental Benefits of Running Without Your Wearable
Running has always been my refuge. When the grip of anxiety tightens around me, or…
By Michelle Polizzi
This Lower-Body Strength Workout Will Boost Your Running Stability—And It Takes Less Than 10 Minutes
October 19, 2020
This Lower-Body Strength Workout Will Boost Your Running Stability—And It Takes Less Than 10 Minutes
When you have a specific fitness goal, it's super tempting to do that workout (and…
By Well+Good Editors
The Pandemic Forced Me to Break Up With the Treadmill—Here’s How I Learned to Love Running Outside
October 15, 2020
The Pandemic Forced Me to Break Up With the Treadmill—Here’s How I Learned to Love Running Outside
I still remember the feeling of accomplishment after my first treadmill run. As a gym…
By Rachel Lapidos
Your Ultimate Guide to Being Safe and Seen When You're Running at Night
October 13, 2020
Your Ultimate Guide to Being Safe and Seen When You're Running at Night
Running in the dark has a lot in common with going to a rave: You…
By Kells McPhillips
Improve Your Running Form With This Trainer-Approved, 5-Move Core Workout
October 12, 2020
Improve Your Running Form With This Trainer-Approved, 5-Move Core Workout
If you’ve been in any kind of workout class—from IRL barre to at-home HIIT—you’ve probably…
By Well+Good Editors
Rowing vs. Running: Which One Gives You the Best Workout?
October 09, 2020
Rowing vs. Running: Which One Gives You the Best Workout?
For me, working out on the weekends looks a lot different than it does during…
By Emily Laurence
Why Coach Shalane Flanagan Wants You To Measure Your Runs in More Than Miles
October 08, 2020
Why Coach Shalane Flanagan Wants You To Measure Your Runs in More Than Miles
You know that icebreaker question that goes something like: "If could invite any five people—living…
By Kells McPhillips
How To Deal With Seasonal Allergies While Running Outside
October 07, 2020
How To Deal With Seasonal Allergies While Running Outside
The cooler weather and beautiful foliage set the stage for the perfect running conditions. Except…
By Emily Laurence
There Are Thousands of Squat Variations, but These Are the 2 Most Important Types for Runners
October 07, 2020
There Are Thousands of Squat Variations, but These Are the 2 Most Important Types for Runners
The fitness world has invented many types of squats (and here at Well+Good, we've tried…
By Kells McPhillips
What Fueling for a Run Looks Like in 2020: The Most Futuristic Year of Gels, Tablets, and Pouches Yet
October 06, 2020
What Fueling for a Run Looks Like in 2020: The Most Futuristic Year of Gels, Tablets, and Pouches Yet
Runners have their own secret language. There's the fast-and-fun "fartlek" and the lusted-after "negative splits."…
By Kells McPhillips
5 Trainer-Approved Arm Exercises To Do While You're Walking
October 05, 2020
5 Trainer-Approved Arm Exercises To Do While You're Walking
Walking is finally getting its flowers as a form of exercise—and they’re much deserved. It's…
By Tehrene Firman
Scientists Pinpoint the 'Sprinting Muscles'—Here's How To Get 'Em Stronger
October 05, 2020
Scientists Pinpoint the 'Sprinting Muscles'—Here's How To Get 'Em Stronger
Scientists think there are many different factors that can influence how fast you're able to…
By Tehrene Firman
This Is the 10-Move Warmup Routine a Nike Trainer Does Before All Her Runs
October 05, 2020
This Is the 10-Move Warmup Routine a Nike Trainer Does Before All Her Runs
When you're doing an at-home workout, the warmup tends to be one of those unspoken…
By Well+Good Editors
How a Year Without In-Person Races Is Changing Runners' Relationships With the Sport
October 01, 2020
How a Year Without In-Person Races Is Changing Runners' Relationships With the Sport
I never could have predicted I'd miss the experience of peeing in a porta-potty before a…
By Kells McPhillips
'I'm a Long-Distance Runner, and This Is How I Prevent Post-Run Stiffness'
September 17, 2020
'I'm a Long-Distance Runner, and This Is How I Prevent Post-Run Stiffness'
The only thing that can possibly dampen a runner's high is the post-run stiffness that…
By Tehrene Firman
'I'm a Podiatrist, and These Are the Running Shoes You Need for Knee Support'
September 14, 2020
'I'm a Podiatrist, and These Are the Running Shoes You Need for Knee Support'
Any runner knows knee pain is one of the biggest downsides to pounding the pavement.…
By Tehrene Firman
Everything You Need To Know About the New Peloton Bike+ and Peloton Tread
September 08, 2020
Everything You Need To Know About the New Peloton Bike+ and Peloton Tread
Pre-COVID, if you wanted to somehow replicate a boutique fitness class at home, only one…
By Emily Laurence
I'm an Olympic Runner—Here's How I'm Staying Motivated Now That the Olympics Are Postponed
September 02, 2020
I'm an Olympic Runner—Here's How I'm Staying Motivated Now That the Olympics Are Postponed
On March 24, when the Olympic Committee announced that the 2020 games would be postponed…
By Zoe Weiner
Why COVID-19 Has Inspired a League of ‘Soul Runners’ in the Absence of 5Ks, 10Ks, and Marathons
August 06, 2020
Why COVID-19 Has Inspired a League of ‘Soul Runners’ in the Absence of 5Ks, 10Ks, and Marathons
When Brooks Running polled 1,200 runners before COVID-19, the results revealed a split in the…
By Kells McPhillips
How My Running Community Helps Me Stay Accountable With My Activism
August 05, 2020
How My Running Community Helps Me Stay Accountable With My Activism
I’ve always been a runner. A solo runner. The value of a running community never…
By Saanya Ali
Zero Drop Shoes: Are They Good or Bad for You? We Asked a Podiatrist
July 30, 2020
Zero Drop Shoes: Are They Good or Bad for You? We Asked a Podiatrist
In 1960, Abebe Bikila won the Olympic marathon—and shattered the existing record of two hours…
By Zoe Weiner
You'll Never Believe How the Ironman Triathlon Got Its Start
July 28, 2020
You'll Never Believe How the Ironman Triathlon Got Its Start
It's February of 1978, and 26-year-old Bob Babbitt—who's been (in his own words) "racing triathlons…
By Kells McPhillips
The Taylor Swift Workout Playlist With New Songs You Need To Pump Up (and Cool Down)
July 24, 2020
The Taylor Swift Workout Playlist With New Songs You Need To Pump Up (and Cool Down)
Swifties woke up to a fun surprise this morning. At midnight, Taylor Swift released her…
By Tehrene Firman
The 15-Minute Yoga Flow for Runners You Should Do Every Week
July 23, 2020
The 15-Minute Yoga Flow for Runners You Should Do Every Week
Getting your daily runner's high can come at a cost. As you hit your mileage…
By Tehrene Firman
Why Trainers Want You To Do Balancing Exercises Before Every Run
July 22, 2020
Why Trainers Want You To Do Balancing Exercises Before Every Run
Once you get past that burst of motivation to go for a run, there's something…
By Rachel Lapidos
I’m a Triathlete, and This Is How I Improve My Cardiovascular Endurance
July 19, 2020
I’m a Triathlete, and This Is How I Improve My Cardiovascular Endurance
Imagine swimming for 2.4 miles, biking for 112 miles, then capping it all off with…
By Rachel Lapidos
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