😲 ​Our top 10 stories of the year are...


Hi runners, 👋🏼

Katelyn here with newsletter #387!

The new year is just about here, and it’s the perfect time to set big goals and take your training to the next level.

From getting your marathon training right to exploring new workout styles or simply seeking inspiration, today’s lineup has everything you need to get started right.

Let’s make this year your best running year yet!

  • 😲 What were the biggest stories of 2024? Crazy records, unbelievable performances and lots of controversy.
  • ✍🏼 The 12 Rules of Marathon Training: Your Roadmap to 26.2-Mile Success: Tried-and-true tips to train smarter and reach your marathon goals.
  • 🏃‍♀️ All Types of Running, Explained: 10 Workouts Every Runner Should Know: Understand the purpose of each workout to make every mile count.
  • 🎯 96 Exciting Running Goal Ideas for 2025: From breaking PRs to bucket-list races, find the perfect challenge for 2025.
  • 🥇 Olympic Triathlon Champion Alex Yee Is Running the 2025 London Marathon: How this world-class athlete prepares to conquer 26.2 miles.
  • 🎁 Our 21 Best Gifts for Runners, Chosen by Our Editors: The perfect picks to treat yourself or surprise the runner in your life.

Happy Running! 🏃‍♀️✨

Katelyn Tocci
Managing Editor
Head Coac

😲 Our Top 10 Stories of The Year Are...

Crazy records, unbelievable performances and lots of controversy.

Our big Year-In-Review show is here!

Alex, Katelyn and Michael go all the way back to January 2024, and run through every major event that took place in the running world over the past 12 months. There are wacky world records (Crocs, 1,000-marathon club, age group heroics), extraordinary performances, and quite a bit of intense controversy.

Plus, we reveal the 10 most popular training articles of 2024.

Listen to the show wherever you get your podcasts:

Or watch the video version of our show now on Spotify, or right here on YouTube:

✍🏼 The 12 Rules of Marathon Training: Your Roadmap to 26.2-Mile Success

Training for a marathon can feel overwhelming, but it doesn’t have to be. 🏃‍♂️

By focusing on key principles and avoiding common pitfalls, you can train smarter and maximize your potential. 💪

In this guide, our founder, Thomas, distilled years of coaching experience into 12 actionable rules to help you define goals, structure your training, and crush those 26.2 miles. 🏅

All Types Of Running, Explained: 10 Workouts Every Runner Should Know

Understanding the variety of running workouts can transform your training from routine to results-driven. 🚀

Whether you're aiming for speed, endurance, or efficiency, each workout has its own unique purpose.

From tempo runs to fartleks, this guide breaks down ten essential workouts to help you train smarter and reach your running goals faster. 🏃‍♀️💪

🎯 Running Goals: 96 Exciting Goal Ideas For 2025

🏃‍♀️ Setting running goals can spark your motivation and take your training to the next level. 🎯

Whether chasing a faster 5K, tackling your first marathon, or dreaming of an epic destination race, this guide is packed with ideas to inspire your next challenge. 💪

🏊🏻‍♂️ Olympic Triathlon Champion Alex Yee Is Running the 2025 London Marathon

Olympic triathlon champion Alex Yee is taking on a bold new challenge: the 2025 London Marathon. 🏅

With ambitious goals and a proven track record, the British star is ready to push his limits over 26.2 miles.

Can his speed and versatility translate to marathon success? The journey begins! 🏃‍♂️💨

🎁 Our 21 Best Gifts For Runners, Chosen By Our Editors

We’re back with our annual roundup of our favorite gift ideas for runners – whether you’re looking for a stocking filler or to splurge on the runner in your life, check out our team’s picks below.

Our editorial team is a bunch of seasoned runners, and everything on this list is stuff we use ourselves in our daily running and recovery practices. It’s all stuff we’ve tested ourselves and stand by.

🎉 Kickstart Your 2025 Running Goals! 🏃‍♀️✨

Ready to regain your running fitness or finally conquer that race you’ve been dreaming of?

Whether you’re aiming to crush a spring marathon, build up to your first 5K, or simply get back into shape, we’ve got the perfect guide to help you start strong. 💪🏼

Train with Katelyn Tocci, our in-house UESCA-certified coach with over a decade of experience helping runners of all levels achieve their goals. From customized training plans tailored to your fitness level and goals to ongoing feedback, unlimited messaging, and video check-ins twice a month, Katelyn has everything you need to make 2025 your best running year yet. 🎉

Let’s make those resolutions a reality—reach out today and get race-ready! 🏅


Looking for an online running coach? Whatever your goals, train with our managing editor, Coach Katelyn. Learn more about her online coaching.

Want to become a running coach? Check out our friends at UESCA. They do 100% online, at-your-own-pace coaching certifications for running and ultrarunning. More here.


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