๐Ÿค– Can you outrun a robot?


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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.

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