📢 EXCLUSIVE: Parkrun to bring back stats


Hi runners, 👋🏼

Katelyn here with newsletter #415!


As we are smack dab in the mid-season grind, we’ve got fresh workouts to add to your training plan, key insights into runner’s knee to keep you healthy, and the latest on the Parkrun controversy that’s stirring up debate.

Plus, we’re breaking down what to wear in every type of weather and covering a shocking story from Gabby Thomas on athlete safety.

🔥 Master the art of progression runs: Take your training to the next level with these five progression run workouts designed to build endurance and speed.

🦵 Runner’s knee: what it is, why it happens, and how to fix it: Is knee pain slowing you down? Here’s how to recognize, treat, and prevent runner’s knee so you can keep logging miles pain-free.

🌦️ What to wear running: here’s our guide for every weather condition: From scorching heat to freezing temps, this guide breaks down the best running gear for every possible weather scenario.

📢 EXCLUSIVE: parkrun plans to bring back the stats, according to petition group: After major backlash, Parkrun may be reversing its decision—here’s what we know so far from those leading the charge.

😡 Gabby Thomas opens up about aggressive airport stalkers in viral TikTok: The Olympic sprinter shares a shocking story about safety concerns for female athletes—sparking an important conversation.

Happy running! 😊🏃🏻‍♀️

Katelyn Tocci
Managing Editor
Head Coach

🏃 Master the Art of Progression Runs + 5 Workouts to Boost Speed & Endurance

Build strength, stamina, and race-day confidence with progression runs! 🔥💨

Learn why they work and get five workouts to take your training to the next level. 🚀💪

🦵 Runner’s Knee Explained: Symptoms, Causes, And Treatment

Is knee pain slowing you down? 😩🏃‍♂️

Learn what causes runner’s knee, how to treat it, and the best exercises to keep you running strong and pain-free. 💪👟

👕 What To Wear Running: Here’s Our Guide For Every Weather Condition

We've got you covered from blazing heat to freezing temps and surprise rainstorms! Learn how to layer up (or down) to run comfortably in any weather. 🏃‍♂️💨

📢 EXCLUSIVE: parkrun Plans to Bring Back the Stats, According to Petition Group

After months of debate, it looks like stats could be making a comeback! A new website, privacy concerns, and what this means for runners—get the inside scoop. 🔥📊

😡 Gabby Thomas Opens Up About Aggressive Airport Stalkers In Viral TikTok

In a viral TikTok, the Olympic champ reveals how aggressive stalkers keep tracking her flights. Watch her video and see why even Coco Gauff says, "This happens to me too." 🎥👀

🎙️ Super Shoes Don't Make You Any Faster, It Turns Out

Carbon plates and high-tech foam might shave minutes off your PR—but does that really make you faster? 👟

Katelyn, Alex, and Michael welcome a special guest, Thomas Watson, the Marathon Handbook founder, to dive deeply into the super shoe era, the ethics of "shoe doping," and why your personal best might need an asterisk. ✨

Watch our video discussion below, listen to us on your favorite podcast app, and of course you can read Thomas' column here:

Super Shoes Don’t Make You Any Faster, It Turns Out

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