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Hi runners, 👋🏼 Katelyn here with newsletter #505!

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​Today's newsletter is packed with fresh insights, big stories, and practical tips to help you train smarter.

From a new study on cadence and injury risk to the latest super shoe review, we’ve got something for everyone.

We’re also following up on yesterday’s heart rate zone article with a closer look at how accurate your wrist monitor really is.

Plus, the latest running news:

• 🦴 New study links low cadence to higher risk of stress fractures in runners: Rowan University research finds that just a small increase in step rate can significantly lower injury.​
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• 👟 Saucony Endorphin Elite 2 Review: A super shoe on the cusp of greatness: It’s light, fast, and built for the marathoner who wants podium-level performance — so why isn’t anyone talking about it?​
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• 🦶 How to increase your cadence: Simple, actionable tips to help you run lighter, quicker, and more efficiently.
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• ❤️‍🔥 Just how accurate is your wrist-based heart rate monitor? A deep dive into what affects accuracy and how it compares to chest straps.
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• 💸 How fast do you need to run to win $1,000 on the roads these days? We look at the winning times—and payouts—across the U.S. race scene.
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• 🕵️ What really happened to Mo Aman? Inside the anti-doping case of an Olympic medalist that took three years.

Happy running! 🏃🏻‍♀️⭐

Katelyn Tocci
Managing Editor
Head Coach

🏃‍♂️ New Study Links Low Cadence To Higher Risk Of Stress Fractures In Runners​

🦴 Could your step rate be putting you at risk for stress fractures?

New research says cadence might be more than just a performance metric—it could be key to injury prevention.

👣 One small tweak might make a big difference.

👟 Saucony Endorphin Elite 2 Review: A Super Shoe On The Cusp Of Greatness​

👟 The fastest shoe you’re not talking about

Saucony’s Endorphin Elite 2 is light, fast, and quietly rivaling the top-tier super shoes.

🔥 Is this the sleeper hit of marathon season?

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

🏃‍♀️ Boost Your Stride: How To Increase Cadence While Running​

🏃‍♀️ Want to run faster and stay injury-free?

Your cadence could be the key. This coach-approved guide shows you how to increase your steps per minute with simple, effective drills.

🎧 No overstriding, no guesswork—just rhythm, efficiency, and results.

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

⌚ Just How Accurate Is Your Wrist-Based Heart Rate Monitor?​

⌚ How much can you trust your wrist-based heart rate monitor?

We break down the science, the sensors, and the surprising factors that impact accuracy.

❤️ Before you ditch the chest strap—or your data—read this.

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 Fast Do You Need To Run To Win $1,000 On The Roads These Days?​

💰 How fast do you really need to run to earn $1,000 at a road race?

From Olympic-level efforts to local wins at altitude, the answer might surprise you.

📊 What prize money data reveals about pro running in 2024.

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 Really Happened To Mo Aman? Inside The Anti-Doping Case That Took Three Years​

🕵️‍♂️ Mo Aman disappeared from the track—now we know why

A doping case, a vanishing act, and a system that took over three years to respond.

⏳ Inside one of the strangest anti-doping sagas in recent memory.

QUICK SPRINTS

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• ​Running Motivation: 11 Ways To Regain Your Running Mojo​​
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