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Hi runners, ๐Ÿ‘‹๐Ÿผ

Katelyn here with newsletter #446!

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Not all of us are gearing up for a spring race, and if youโ€™re just starting your training cycle, today's lineup is for you!

Weโ€™ve got track workouts to build speed and hip stability exercises to keep your stride strong.
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We also have the latest newsโ€ฆ a human vs. robot half marathon? A high school athlete attacked on the track?
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Plus, if youโ€™ve ever dealt with an insufferable running partner, weโ€™ve got a fun take on that too.

๐Ÿ”ฅ 5 track workouts to boost your speed and endurance: Whether you're training for a 5K or a marathon, these workouts will help you improve your efficiency and race-day performance

๐Ÿ’ช 6 hip stability exercises for a stronger stride: Strengthen your hips and glutes to improve running efficiency and reduce injuries.

๐Ÿค– WATCH: Robots gear up for first ever human-robot half marathon: Could you outpace a robot? The future of racing is taking a fascinating turnโ€”hereโ€™s what to expect!
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๐Ÿ˜ข High school athlete attacked by competitor during relay race: ...and still hasn't received an apology.

๐Ÿ˜‚ The insufferable running partner: We all know that runner... or maybe we are that runner. ๐Ÿค”

Happy running! ๐Ÿƒ๐Ÿปโ€โ™€๏ธ๐Ÿ’จ

Katelyn Tocci
Managing Editor
Head Coach

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๐Ÿ”ฅ 5 Track Workouts To Boost Your Speed And Enduranceโ€‹

๐Ÿƒโ€โ™‚๏ธ๐Ÿ”ฅ Track workouts arenโ€™t just for sprintersโ€”they help distance runners build power, pacing control, and mental toughness.

Try these five must-do workouts to sharpen your racing edge and run stronger than ever! ๐Ÿ’จ๐Ÿ’ช

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Whatโ€™s A Good Marathon Time? Average Marathon Times By Age, Sex + Ability

๐Ÿ’ช 6 Hip Stability Exercises for a Stronger Strideโ€‹

Struggling with tight hips? ๐Ÿšถโ€โ™‚๏ธ๐Ÿƒโ€โ™€๏ธ

Weak or unstable hips can limit your stride, reduce efficiency, and increase injury risk.

Learn why hip stability matters and try these expert-approved exercises to run stronger, smoother, and pain-free! ๐Ÿ’ช๐Ÿ”ฅ

๐Ÿค– WATCH: Robots Gear Up For First Ever Human-Robot Half Marathonโ€‹

Humans vs. robots on the racecourse?! ๐Ÿค–๐Ÿƒโ€โ™‚๏ธ

Beijing is hosting the first-ever human-robot half marathon, where mechanical runners will go head-to-head with real athletes. Battery swaps? Relay teams? Itโ€™s all fair game. Could this be the future of racing? ๐Ÿ‘€๐Ÿ”ฅ

๐Ÿ˜ข High School Athlete Attacked With Baton By Competitor During Relay Raceโ€‹

A shocking moment on the track. ๐Ÿƒโ€โ™€๏ธ๐Ÿ’ฅ

What should have been a routine relay race at the Virginia Class 3 Indoor Finals took a violent turn when one athlete was suddenly attacked mid-race.

Hereโ€™s what happened. ๐Ÿ‘€๐Ÿ”ฅ

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Whatโ€™s A Good Marathon Time? Average Marathon Times By Age, Sex + Ability

๐ŸŽ™๏ธ Live From The Boston Run Show: The Biggest Questions and Hottest Trends of 2025โ€‹

Katelyn, Alex, and Michael break down the hottest running trends of 2025, from the running boom on roads and trails to the top shoes making waves.

Catch all the insights straight from BRS! ๐Ÿ”ฅ๐Ÿ‘Ÿ๐ŸŽฅ

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