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High-Calorie Running News : Training Tips : Training Plans : Shoes+Gear : YouTube : Podcast Hi runners, 👋🏼 Katelyn here with newsletter #591! Ultras are in the spotlight this week—and for good reason. With UTMB just around the corner, our latest podcast digs into what makes ultrarunning so unique, and we’ve rounded up guides to keep you motivated, fueled, and ready to take on your first (or next) big challenge. Whether you’re already on the trail side or just considering a leap beyond 26.2, I...

, Running News : Training Tips : Training Plans : Shoes+Gear : YouTube : Podcast Hi runners, Jessy here with newsletter #590! 🎉 Happy Wednesday! Here's what I have for you today: ⛰️ The most legendary ultramarathon in the world returns to Chamonix, France, for the 22nd edition of UTMB with a course reroute, a loaded field of elites, and the same brutal beauty that has defined the race since its inception. 📉 Jumpstart your recovery with the perfect post-run routine. Here's everything you need...

Running News : Training Tips : Training Plans : Shoes+Gear : YouTube : Podcast Hi runners, 👋🏼 Katelyn here with newsletter #589! Training smarter doesn’t just mean running more miles—it’s about building the right foundation, understanding your body, and learning from both science and the sport’s biggest stories. Today, we’ve pulled together guides that can change how you train, plus headline-making moments in the running world. 🏃♂️ How to run faster, farther, forever: World-renowned coach...

, Running News : Training Tips : Training Plans : Shoes+Gear : YouTube : Podcast Hi runners, Jessy here with newsletter #588! 🎉 Happy Monday! Here's what I have for you today: ⏰ We do a deep dive on marathon finishing time data so you can see how you stack up! 🍝 Why are Ironman marathon times getting faster than ever? A look at the technology, tactics, and talent reshaping endurance triathlon. 💪 The DOs and DON'Ts of cross-training to up your running game. 📈 Build endurance, boost speed, and...

Running News : Training Tips : Training Plans : Shoes+Gear : YouTube : Podcast Hi runners, 👋🏼 Katelyn here with newsletter #587! We’re keeping the spotlight on staying injury-free this week 🛡️. From smarter training strategies to the right stretches and strength work, I’ve rounded up guides to help you train stronger and more sustainably. Plus, don’t miss the latest big news from Nike’s move back into trail running—and our newest podcast episode. Today's highlights: 🛋️ > 🏃♀️: New video: The...

, Running News : Training Tips : Training Plans : Shoes+Gear : YouTube : Podcast Hi runners, Jessy here with newsletter #586! 🎉 Happy Saturday! Here's what I have for you today: 👟 Hoka is known for the Clifton, its big, comfy (and surprisingly light) everyday trainer. But what about the rest of its lineup? Our shoe expert tried them all, and made a comprehensive video guide on which Hoka is best for you. 🍫 Why elites are pushing the limits of ultra fueling—and what runners can learn from...

Running News : Training Tips : Training Plans : Shoes+Gear : YouTube : Podcast Hi runners, 👋🏼 Katelyn here with newsletter #585! Today, we’re diving deep into one of the most important parts of training: staying injury-free. Our latest podcast explores how we personally avoid injuries while training for big races—plus, we break down a fascinating study on the one exercise proven to lower your injury risk by 64%. We’ve also pulled together some practical guides you can put into action right...

, Running News : Training Tips : Training Plans : Shoes+Gear : YouTube : Podcast Hi runners, Jessy here with newsletter #584! 🎉 Happy Wednesday! Here's what I have for you today: 🔥 WATCH: Our in-depth analysis of both the Chicago and NYC Marathon elite fields. Both races have super compelling storylines! 🍝 Get your fueling right, and you’ll feel like you can tackle any distance. Get it wrong, and, well…you may hit the dreaded bonk. Here's how to fuel your long runs right. ⛰️ Virginia-based...

Running News : Training Tips : Training Plans : Shoes+Gear : YouTube : Podcast Hi runners, 👋🏼 Katelyn here with newsletter #583! Today’s newsletter is packed with insights, reviews, and stories to fuel your running. Amby Burfoot shares the single-best move for staying injury-free, we break down the most common marathon training mistakes, Alex takes the HOKA Rocket X3 for a spin, and we’ve got the latest headlines from the track, trails, and beyond. Today's highlights: 🏋️ The single best...

, Running News : Training Tips : Training Plans : Shoes+Gear : YouTube : Podcast Hi runners, Jessy here with newsletter #582! 🎉 Happy Monday! Here's what I have for you today: 👣 Learn why cadence matters, how it impacts your efficiency and injury risk, and get simple tips to safely increase your steps per minute. 🤖 WATCH: A humanoid robot wins as China showcases next-gen robotics in a surreal 1,500m showdown. 🤸 Get your body ready to run with these dynamic stretches designed to boost...