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Hi runners, 👋🏼 Katelyn here with newsletter #511!

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​If you caught Thomas and Brady’s Legit or Grift podcast yesterday, you know it was packed with hot takes and helpful gems on everything from beet juice to bizarre recovery tools.

I went through the episode, pulled out the strategies that Brady actually gave two thumbs up to, and added our trusted guides to back them up.

Oh, and I’ve also shared a personal take on whether anyone can really PR in Boston.

Let’s get into it. 👟🔥

🏅 Boston isn’t built for PRs—and that’s what makes it great: Why surviving Boston’s brutal course is a bigger flex than chasing splits.

☀️ How to heat train like a pro: Get ahead of the summer scorch with these tips for training and racing in the heat.

🥤 Beet juice for runners: Turns out, this trendy root drink might actually be worth the hype.

🎥 Watch: Conner Mantz outkicks Kenyan rival to clinch historic BOLDERBoulder three-peat: A thrilling final sprint in one of the USA’s most iconic 10Ks.

🇨🇦 Watch: Prime Minister Mark Carney shows up trackside at Ottawa Marathon to cheer on runners: Canada’s Prime Minister makes unscripted appearance during 40th edition of Ottawa Race Weekend.

🧪 "Legit or Grift" 46 ways to improve your running, ranked: Foam rolling? Cold plunges? We find out what’s worth it—and what’s just marketing.

Strava Deletes Over 4 Million “Cheating” Activities

Happy running! 🏃🏻‍♀️⭐

Katelyn Tocci
Managing Editor
Head Coach

☀️ How To Heat Train Like A Pro​

If your next race suddenly turns into a scorcher, don’t panic—prepare. ☀️

This guide breaks down what heat does to your body, how to adapt, and the smartest ways to train for (and race in) the heat.💧

What’s A Good Marathon Time? Average Marathon Times By Age, Sex + Ability

What’s A Good Marathon Time? Average Marathon Times By Age, Sex + Ability

🥤 Beet Juice For Runners: The Surprising Secret Weapon Hiding In Your Fridge​

🧃🏃‍♀️ Beet juice is more than just trendy—it might be your next performance edge.

This powerhouse root is packed with nitrates, antioxidants, and essential nutrients. Here’s what runners need to know before taking their first sip. 💪🌱

🎥 WATCH: Conner Mantz Outkicks Kenyan Rival To Clinch Historic BOLDERBoulder Three-Peat​

🇺🇸🔥 Conner Mantz makes BOLDERBoulder history with a thrilling three-peat.

In a gutsy sprint finish inside Folsom Field, Mantz edged Kenya’s Daniel Ebenyo to become the first man ever to win three straight pro titles at the iconic 10K. This one came down to the wire. 🏁👟

What’s A Good Marathon Time? Average Marathon Times By Age, Sex + Ability

What’s A Good Marathon Time? Average Marathon Times By Age, Sex + Ability

🇨🇦 WATCH: Prime Minister Mark Carney Shows Up Trackside At Ottawa Marathon To Cheer On Runners​

🇨🇦 Spotted at the halfway mark of the Ottawa Marathon?

Prime Minister Mark Carney, waving from the sidelines in his Tracksmiths—no fanfare, just good vibes. It was the kind of moment that could only happen in Canada.

🏅 Boston Isn’t Built For PRs—And That’s What Makes It Great​

In this personal journey, I share what it’s really like to race the world’s most storied marathon—and I get into: can you really PR in the Boston Marathon?

Maybe it’s not just about chasing time, but honoring what brought you there. 🏃‍♀️✨

​WATCH: 46 Ways To Improve Your Running, Ranked: "Legit or Grift"​

In the latest Run Long Run Healthy show, Brady and Thomas play a quick(ish) fire game, ranking 46 of the most popular training methodologies, supplements, recovery tools, and random gizmos that are claimed to improve running.

Sleep trackers? Grift. The 10% rule? Legit. Zone 2? Grift. Zone 3? Underrated. Hot takes included.

QUICK SPRINTS

• ​Hydration For Runners: Everything You Need To Know
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• ​The 6 Best Foam Roller Exercises For Legs​
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• ​There Is Only One Secret To Running The Boston Marathon Course​