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Hi runners, 👋🏼 Katelyn here with newsletter #452!

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​I'm training for the Boston Marathon, and I can tell you it's no joke! And if you’re deep in the grind like me, I’ve got some long-run recovery tips to help you bounce back stronger for the next big effort.

Not running Boston, but hungry for some hills? No worries—I’ve got a key set of workouts to sharpen your strength.

Plus, plenty’s been happening in the running world: record-breaking performances, a major legal battle in the shoe wars, and… Runner’s Anonymous?

Here's today's lineup:

🛌 Recover like a pro with my long-run recovery tips: Maximize your recovery and hit your next training block feeling fresh.

🔥 The game-changing magic of hill running: Love them or hate them, hills are essential. These workouts will boost your strength and speed.

🏆 Matt Richtman’s LA Marathon win breaks 31-year American drought: An underdog story for the ages as Richtman snaps a three-decade-long dry spell.

💨 Sharon Lokedi and Abel Kipchumba dominate the 2025 NYC Half: A masterclass in racing as these two take charge in a stacked field.

👟 Nike wins partial victory in patent lawsuit against Lululemon: The latest in the running shoe wars—what does this mean for the future of gear?

📹 WATCH! Runner’s Anonymous: A new face in the running confessional. What’s his story?

Happy running! 🏃🏻‍♀️💨

Katelyn Tocci
Managing Editor
Head Coach

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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

🛌 8 Effective Tips For Long Run Recovery​

🛌 Run long, recover strong!🏃‍♂️💪

You put in the miles—now it’s time to recharge for the next big effort.

These expert-backed tips will help you bounce back faster and keep crushing your training! 🔄🔥

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

⛰️ The Game-Changing Magic Of Hill Running + 8 Tough Hill Workouts​

Conquer Heartbreak Hill & beyond!🏔️🏃‍♂️

Training for the Boston Marathon, a trail race, or any hilly course? If so, hillwork isn't optional.

From Newton’s rollers to the infamous Heartbreak, strength, and strategy on inclines can make or break your race.

These workouts will get you race-ready and help you build the power you need to tackle your next hilly race! ⬆️💪

🏆 Matt Richtman’s LA Marathon Win Breaks 31-Year American Drought​

🏆American breakthrough in LA!🇺🇸

For the first time in 31 years, an American man has claimed victory at the Los Angeles Marathon—and he did it in record-breaking fashion.

How did Matt Richtman pull off this historic win in just his second-ever marathon? 🏁💨

💨 Sharon Lokedi And Abel Kipchumba Dominate The 2025 NYC Half​

🔥Records fall at the NYC Half!🏁

Despite the chilly weather, Sharon Lokedi and Abel Kipchumba turned up the heat in New York City, delivering dominant performances and rewriting the record books.

How did they pull it off in one of the fastest editions of the race yet? 👀💨

👟 Nike Wins Partial Victory In Patent Lawsuit Against Lululemon​

👟Nike vs. Lululemon: The shoe wars continue!⚖️🔥

A New York jury has ruled in Nike’s favor—but only partially—in a major patent battle over sneaker design.

With Lululemon planning to appeal, this legal fight is far from over. What does it mean for the future of running shoes? 👀💰

📹 Runner's Anonymous: First Meeting​

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