😲 ​An 83-year-old is robbed of his records


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Hi runners,

Jessy here with newsletter #371!

Happy Monday! We've got all the action from TRE plus everything you need to know about base season and winter training!​
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Here's what I have for you today
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  • πŸŽ‰ It's Black Friday week, and we have a roundup of the BEST deals for runners.
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  • An 83-year-old's records have been erased. Parkrun's attempt to make its events "more equitable" by deleting competitive stats has diminished the motivation of thousands of age-group runners around the world.​
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  • πŸ’ͺ With runners preparing for the new season, many will spend more time in the gym. But then the question comes...should you do strength or cardio first?​
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  • πŸš΄β€β™€οΈ Base season is also a great time to mix up your training and try something new. Here's your ultimate guide to cross-training for runners.​
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  • πŸƒβ€β™‚οΈ If you're new to structured training or have a 2025 goal race, you may be wondering what even is base season. The good news is, we have the answer for you!
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  • πŸ‘Ÿ And finally, get an early look at all of Hoka's 2025 shoes!

Get ready to get faster!

Jessy Carveth
Senior News Editor

β€‹πŸŽ‰ The 12 Best Black Friday Deals For Runners, Chosen By Our Editors​

Black Friday is the ultimate opportunity for runners to score unbeatable deals on high-quality gear that enhances performance, comfort, and recovery.
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​This year, we’ve curated a list of the best Black Friday deals on all the running essentials.

β€‹πŸŽ‰ The 12 Best Black Friday Deals For Runners, Chosen By Our Editors​

Black Friday is the ultimate opportunity for runners to score unbeatable deals on high-quality gear that enhances performance, comfort, and recovery.
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​This year, we’ve curated a list of the best Black Friday deals on all the running essentials.

πŸŽ™οΈ Podcast: Our Picks for Gear of the Year, Live from Austin, Texas!​

Alex, Katelyn and Michael are together in-person for the first time ever (!) at The Running Event, in Austin, Texas. The Running Event is basically the best running expo ever, where every brand, from Asics to Nike to Brooks to Hoka provide journalists a sneak peak at next year's shoes.
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​In this episode, we doll out the Marathon Handbook Awards for: πŸ‘‰ Best Innovation of the Year
β€‹πŸ‘‰ Best Indie Brand Best Trail Shoe
β€‹πŸ‘‰ Best New Shoe Best Running Brand
β€‹πŸ‘‰ Best Everyday Trainer
β€‹πŸ‘‰ Best Shoe of 2024

Watch on YouTube now πŸ‘† or listen wherever you get your podcasts:
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Parkrun Organizers Rob 83-year-old Runner Of His Age Group Records

😲 Parkrun Organizers Rob 83-year-old Runner of His Age Group Records​

We spoke with Robin Drewett, 83, a regular Parkrun participant from Herefordshire, UK, who has completed over 265 events:

β€œThe age categories are a really good target. When I was 80, I set 16 age category course records in my first year in that group. It was a brilliant way to stay motivated and connect with others in my age group.”
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And now his records have been erased by the company.

​πŸ’ͺ Cardio Or Strength First? How To Sequence Workouts For Success​

Not all of us have the time to train twice per day, but during winter, getting in some strength workouts is key to a successful racing season.
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​If you can only train once, you may be wondering whether you should prioritize cardio or strength and why.

β€‹πŸƒβ€β™‚οΈ Base Training For Runners: Why Is It Important?​

Whether you’re a seasoned marathoner or just starting your first 5K, you’ve probably heard about the importance of base training.

Base training is a β€œbuild phase” in which you gradually increase your weekly mileage or training volume, and your body makes the necessary adaptations to tolerate the demands of a running training plan.

Here's how to build the foundation for a successful year ahead!

πŸƒβ€β™‚οΈ A Sneak Peek of Hoka's 2025 Shoes​

Our whole team converged onto The Running Event in Austin, Texas to get an advanced look at all the new gear for 2025. Keep an eye on our YouTube channel and this newsletter for all our "first look" preview videos of every shoe and watch that's coming in the new year!

To kick things off, here's a look at every shoe Hoka has on deck for the next 12 months:


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