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Hi runners, 👋🏼 Katelyn here with newsletter #653!

It’s that time of year — the temps are dropping, shoes are wearing thin, and motivation might be dipping right along with the mercury.

Whether you’re getting ready for winter training, checking your shoe wear patterns for hidden clues about your form, or looking to add mileage safely, I’ve got you covered this Sunday with some fresh, practical guides to keep your running strong and injury-free.

• 👣 What the wear on your running shoes reveals about your form: Your old trainers might be telling you more about your gait than you think.
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• The best daily runners of 2025: As we round out the year, our shoe editors select the best daily running shoes on the market right now - with a rec for every type of runner!
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• 🧤 7 cold-weather running tips to survive winter runs: Smart layers, traction tricks, and safety hacks to help you conquer the chill.
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• 🏃‍♀️ How to increase running distance without getting injured: A coach’s step-by-step advice to safely build endurance and enjoy longer runs.
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• 🇰🇪 Looking back on the remarkable career of Eliud Kipchoge: From teenage prodigy to marathon philosopher, Kipchoge’s career has redefined endurance running — a journey marked by discipline, grace, and the belief that no human is limited. ​
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• 🎙️ If you missed it: Live from NYC: Can AI make you a better runner? A special live episode breaking down where the sport is headed — plus insider insights from our guests.​
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Happy running!

Katelyn Tocci
Managing Editor
Head Coach

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

👣 What The Wear On Your Running Shoes Reveals About Your Form​

Piggybacking on last week’s guide on when to replace your running shoes — why not take a closer look before you toss them?

Those worn-out soles might be telling you more about your running form than you think.
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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

🧤 7 Cold-Weather Running Tips To Survive Winter Runs​

🥶 Winter is creeping in fast, runners — and I’m feeling it up here in Boston! The temps are dipping day by day, and that icy wind off the Charles hits different this time of year. ❄️

If you’re training for a spring marathon, you already know there’s no skipping winter miles. 🏃‍♀️ So, layer up, grab your traction shoes, and let’s talk about how to stay warm, safe, and strong through every frosty mile. 👟💨

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

🏃‍♀️ How To Increase Running Distance Without Getting Injured​

🏃‍♀️ One of the questions I get the most as a coach is, “How can I run farther without feeling wrecked after?”

Honestly, I’ve been there too — wanting to build mileage but worried about overdoing it.

We are sharing the exact tips we give our athletes to increase distance safely, avoid burnout, and actually enjoy those longer runs. 💪👟

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

🇰🇪 Looking Back on the Remarkable Career of Eliud Kipchoge​

When Eliud Kipchoge crossed the line at the 2025 NYC Marathon, the crowd wasn’t cheering for a time — they were honoring a legacy. 🇰🇪✨

From his teenage world title to breaking the 2-hour barrier, Kipchoge’s career has redefined what’s humanly possible.

Read how the greatest marathoner of all time said goodbye — and what comes next. 🏃‍♂️🔥

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

​🎙️ Live from NYC: The Future Of Racing & Running Technology​

Recorded live in New York City during the 2025 TCS NYC Marathon weekend, this special Marathon Handbook Podcast episode looks ahead at what’s next for the sport. 🧡🙌

We’re joined by TCS futurist Bill Quinn, who explores how AI, digital twins, and smart gear will shape the marathons of the future, and elite American marathoner Colin Bennie, who shares how today’s pros are adapting.

A must-listen for anyone curious where running is headed next. 🗽🎧

QUICK SPRINTS

• ​Running Gait Analysis: What To Expect + Benefits + How It Works​
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• ​The Best Treadmill Workouts For Runners​
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• ​Our Proven Couch To 5K Plans: C25K Guide + Training Plans For Every Ability Level​