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πββοΈ Every runner wants to have good running form, but do you know how to improve it? Here are 29 ways to improve running form.β β
π With smart pacing, humor, and grit, ultrarunning icon Bob Becker crushed the Badwater 135 course at age 80, becoming the oldest finisher in history. β
π A 60-year-old runner suffered a medical emergency on the high-altitude course of Hardrock 100 early Friday morning, unfortunately passing away. β
π« A popular metric among endurance athletes, especially runners, is resting heart rate. Here's exactly how you can lower your resting heart rate. β β
π Running further and longer is a goal for many runners, but you need to make sure you're doing it safely to avoid injury. Here's how. β
π WATCH: Top 5 Running Shoes for Threshold Pace, Long Runs, and Interval Running
Running with proper form not only helps you look as graceful as an Olympic marathon runner, but it can also make running feel more effortless, natural, and pain-free.
The good news is that even if youβve been running for years, you can improve your running form by consciously working on it and using certain mental cues during your workouts.
At 80 years old, Bob Becker didnβt just finish the Badwater 135; he rewrote whatβs possible.
This week, Becker crossed the finish line of one of the worldβs most grueling ultramarathons with just under three hours to spare, becoming the oldest official finisher in the raceβs history.
A tragic incident occurred early Friday morning during the opening hours of the 2025 Hardrock 100, as one runner died near Little Giant Basin, just west of Silverton, Colorado.
A higher heart rate is associated with an increased risk of adverse cardiovascular events and heart conditions, and all-cause mortality. β For this reason, many people seek strategies to achieve a low, healthy heart rate.
So, what are the best tips for how to get a low heart rate?
One of the most common questions runners ask is: How can I run further?
While a simple approach to how to increase running distance would just involve adding mileage to each of your runs, building mileage too quickly is ill-advised.
So, how do you increase running distance safely, and what are the best tips for running longer distances without getting injured?
What are the fastest running shoes for workouts in 2025? β Senior Editor Alex Cyr has tested dozens of running shoes, and has selected his five favourite kinds for your key running sessions. β These featured sneakers, made by Nike, Brooks, Saucony and Adidas, will help you get ready for your next race. Many have carbon plates, lightweight foams, and rock-forward profiles; and some come with all three. β βWatch along to find out which one takes the crown.
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Running News : Training Tips : Training Plans : Shoes+Gear : YouTube : Podcast Hi runners, ππΌ Katelyn here with newsletter #551! From smart fueling to stronger legs and sprint science, this weekβs newsletter is packed with evidence-based tips to help you train harder and recover smarter. We've got practical, performance-boosting advice to keep you healthy, fast, and fired up. Letβs get into it π π₯ What to eat while training for a marathon: Fuel your miles with the right mix of carbs, protein,...
Running News : Training Tips : Training Plans : Shoes+Gear : YouTube : Podcast Hi runners, ππΌ Katelyn here with newsletter #549! Todayβs newsletter is all about speed, power, mile trainingβand, of course, snagging some top-tier gear for less. In our latest podcast, weβre kicking off a summer project: a focused 4β8 week training block to help you run your fastest mile yet. Whether youβre chasing a PR or just want to shake things up, mile training is a powerful way to sharpen your speed, build...
, Running News : Training Tips : Training Plans : Shoes+Gear : YouTube : Podcast Hi runners, Jessy here with newsletter #548! π Happy Wednesday! Here's what I have for you today: π Do you want an excuse to buy more running shoes? Here's what you need to know about your running shoe rotation. ποΈ Your complete guide to the hardest and hottest ultra in the world: The Badwater 135 Ultramarathon. π¬ How a high-carb strategy led Caleb Olson to the second-fastest time ever at Western States 100. π...
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