Is this running boom real?


Hi runners, 👋🏼

Katelyn here with newsletter #444!


Happy Sunday!

Today, we’re bringing you the hottest running trends straight from the Boston Run Show, where we went live to discuss what’s shaping the sport in 2025.

Plus, we’re tackling one of the most debated training questions and giving you expert tips to make long indoor runs more bearable to get through this prolonged deep freeze.

Let’s get into it! ⬇️

🎙️ Latest Podcast: The biggest running trends of 2025: Live from the Boston Run Show, we break what’s shaping the future of the sport.

When is the best time of day to run? Does timing really impact performance?

🏃‍♂️ Nail your long run on a treadmill: These tips will help you stay motivated and make those long indoor runs fly by.

🦵 8 mobility exercises to improve your performance: Try these simple yet effective exercises to prevent injuries and improve your stride.

Happy running! 🏃🏻‍♀️💨

Katelyn Tocci
Managing Editor
Head Coach

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🎙️ We Are Live From The Boston Run Show With The Biggest Questions and Hottest Trends of 2025

Katelyn, Alex, and Michael break down the hottest running trends of 2025, from the running boom on roads and trails to the top shoes making waves.

Catch all the insights straight from BRS! 🔥👟🎥

Or listen and subscribe to the show wherever you get your podcasts:

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

🏃‍♂️ 11 Tips To Nail Your Long Run On A Treadmill

🏃‍♂️🌟Stuck on the treadmill for a long run? Don’t let boredom win!

Whether it’s bad weather or a packed schedule, these 11 expert tips will help you stay motivated, engaged, and make those miles fly by. 🎧👟

When Is The Best Time Of Day To Run?

⏰🏃‍♂️Morning, noon, or night—when should you run?

The best time to run depends on your schedule, energy levels, and training goals.

Explore the pros and cons of each to find the perfect time for your miles! 🌅🌞🌙

🦵 8 Must-Try Mobility Exercises for Stronger, Smoother Runs

🦵🏃‍♂️Unlock better movement & stronger runs!

Mobility training is the secret weapon for runners and athletes, improving performance, flexibility, and injury prevention.

Try these expert-backed mobility exercises to move and feel your best! 🔥💪

👟 HOKA's Newest, Most Aggressive Running Shoe: The Cielo X1 2.0

📹🏃‍♂️ Senior editor Alex Cyr tests the Cielo X1 2.0: HOKA's newest, most aggressive running shoe. 🔥

After wearing it for a few hard training sessions and workouts, he tells us who he thinks this sneaker is for, if HOKA has finally managed to create a world-beating supershoe, and whether he thinks this version of the Cielo is worth the buy. 👟

Looking for an experienced online running coach to help you achieve your next goal?

Meet Katelyn, our in-house UESCA-certified coach with over 10 years of experience guiding runners of all levels, from first-time 5k finishers to seasoned ultra-marathoners.

As an enthusiastic ultra-runner herself, Katelyn provides personalized training plans tailored to your fitness level and goals, complete with ongoing feedback, unlimited messaging, and video check-ins twice a month.

Let’s start turning your running dreams into achievements together—reach out today to begin your journey.

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