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Running News : Training Tips : Training Plans : Shoes+Gear : YouTube : Podcast Hi runners, Jessy here with newsletter #319! Happy Wednesday! We've got training tips, fascinating new pre-race rituals you might want to add to your routine, and the latest news on one of the biggest marathons in the world! Here's what I have for you today: ๐Ÿ“ˆ If you want to build strength, speed, and power as a runner, look no further because we have the perfect workout for you! Hill repeats! ๐Ÿ‘… We all have our...

Running News : Training Tips : Training Plans : Shoes+Gear : YouTube : Podcast Hi runners, Jessy here with newsletter #363! Happy Monday! Today is all about coming back to running after some time off (and let me tell you, it's not that easy). Here's what I have for you today: ๐Ÿƒ๐Ÿผโ™€๏ธ Making a comeback to running isn't easy, regardless of whether you're a beginner or an elite athlete. As a former college runner and current pro cyclist, here's my (humbling) experience returning to running. ๐Ÿฅณ So,...

Running News : Training Tips : Training Plans : Shoes+Gear : YouTube : Podcast Hi runners, Jessy here with newsletter #361! Happy Wednesday! Today's newsletter is all about the quirkier parts of running. Here's what I have for you today: ๐Ÿ‘€ The New York City Marathon goes far beyond the elite storylines...from records run in Crocs to lifetime bans, here are the most interesting tales from last weekend's race. ๐Ÿ‘Ÿ While Crocs might not be an ideal choice for a running shoe, making sure you have a...

Running News : Training Tips : Training Plans : Shoes+Gear : YouTube : Podcast brought to you by: Hi runners, ๐Ÿ‘‹๐Ÿผ Katelyn here with newsletter #360! ๐Ÿƒ๐Ÿ‚ With the fall marathon season wrapping up, nowโ€™s the perfect time to shift our focus to recovery, cross-training, and strength work to build a strong foundation for next year. In todayโ€™s edition, weโ€™re sharing essential tips for strength and cross-training to kickstart your off-season training. And in case you missed it last week, weโ€™ve got a...

Running News : Training Tips : Training Plans : Shoes+Gear : YouTube : Podcast Hi runners, Jessy here with newsletter #359! Happy Monday! After a thrilling New York City Marathon, we've got a stacked newsletter for you today! Here's what I have for you: ๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡บ Abbott has announced a new addition to the World Marathon Majors, ending the "Six Star" era. ๐Ÿƒ So, the NYC Marathon inspired you, and now you want to run a marathon. The big question, then, is which marathon? ๐Ÿ† The 2024 NYC Marathon crowned...

Running News : Training Tips : Training Plans : Shoes+Gear : YouTube : Podcast Hi runners, ๐Ÿ‘‹๐Ÿผ Michael here for a quick emergency newsletter! I'm writing this to you from the media room at the New York City Marathon, just steps away from the finish line and moments after the elite races wrapped up. We just finished covering the elite races, and they certainly delivered. Read our recap below, or scroll back in our live updates of the race to relive all the action of both the women's and men's...

Running News : Training Tips : Training Plans : Shoes+Gear : YouTube : Podcast Hi runners, ๐Ÿ‘‹๐Ÿผ Katelyn here with newsletter #358! Welcome to our NYC Marathon edition! With the big race around the corner, we're bringing you everything you need to knowโ€”from insights on the course to tips for your own marathon journey. Tune in, take notes, and get inspired as we dive into the magic of the New York City Marathon! ๐Ÿ—ฝ ๐ŸŽ™ Podcast Alert: Countdown to the NYC Marathon: Join us as we unpack everything you...

Running News : Training Tips : Training Plans : Shoes+Gear : YouTube : Podcast Brought to you by: Hi runners, ๐Ÿ‘‹๐Ÿผ Katelyn here with newsletter #356! Today's newsletter dives into stories and tips to inspire your next race, fuel your training, and boost your form. From a first-timerโ€™s half-marathon journey to carb-loading essentials and a thought-provoking take on in-competition drug testing, hereโ€™s whatโ€™s in store: ๐Ÿ“น Our editor Alexโ€™s First Half-Marathon Journey: The Good, The Bad, and The...

Running News : Training Tips : Training Plans : Shoes+Gear : YouTube : Podcast Hi runners, Jessy here with newsletter #355! Happy Monday! Today is all about running your best (and healthiest) half marathon! Here's what I have for you today: ๐Ÿš€ Ethiopiaโ€™s Yomif Kejelcha broke the menโ€™s half marathon world record, clocking 57:30 and shattering the previous record by one second at the 2024 Valencia Marathon. ๐Ÿค“ Latest studies have shown that exercises like the Nordic hamstring curl have been shown...

Running News : Training Tips : Training Plans : Shoes+Gear : YouTube : Podcast Brought to you by: Hi runners, ๐Ÿ‘‹๐Ÿผ Katelyn here with newsletter #354! Here's whatโ€™s on tap today to keep you inspired and injury-free: ๐ŸŽ™๏ธ Latest Podcast: Listen to the crew break down their recent racesโ€”what went right, what went wrong, and what theyโ€™re improving for next time. ๐Ÿ… What are the 10 biggest marathons in the US? Ready to take on a big race? These iconic marathons should be on your bucket list. ๐Ÿ‘ฃ How can...

Running News : Training Tips : Training Plans : Shoes+Gear : YouTube : Podcast Hi runners, Jessy here with newsletter #353! Happy Wednesday! Here's what I have for you today: ๐Ÿ† World Athletics has released the finalists for the 2024 Track Athlete of the Year...who has your vote? ๐Ÿฅถ The cold weather is just around the corner, which means treadmill runs are too. Here are the best treadmill workouts for when you're stuck inside. ๐Ÿ’ฉ Runner's trots are one of our worst nightmares. We have the best...