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Hi runners,
Jessy here with newsletter #441! π
Happy Wednesday!β β Here's what I have for you today:
𫨠The parkrun CEO has stepped down, 13 months after their controversial decision to hide finishing times, and amidst chatter that the charity is indeed looking to "bring back the stats". β
ππ½ββοΈ Your sports bra may be slowing you down; at least, that's according to a new study. We dive into the results and how to check, below.β β
π The mile is a classic distance: but what is your mile time, and how does it stack up? We compare average mile times against skill, age, and sex. β
π€― More slow miles = faster marathon? Thomas breaks down a recent study that shows that the secret to a faster marathon is not more fast miles.
The past 12 months have been tumultuous for parkrun, as their controversial decision to stop publishing finishing time stats on their website frustrated much of their loyal community.
We reported last month how there were early discussions ongoing to "bring back the stats", and now the CEO that led the stats removal policy has abruptly announced he is stepping down:
Senior editor Alex Cyr and beginner-runner-in residence Alexis D'Souza test out the HOKA Bondi 9: HOKA's tallest, most-cushioned easy running shoe.
Alexis and Alex also break down the Bondi 9's coolest bells and whistles ββ a new midsole, a wider toe box, and a comfy heel ββand how it all differs from other HOKA training sneakers. β¨
We all know the golden rule of running: if itβs not comfortable, youβre not going to run well (or at all). But thereβs one often-overlooked piece of gear that could be literally cramping your style: your sports bra.
A new study explains exactly how a sports bra may be holding you back:
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Running News : Training Tips : Training Plans : Shoes+Gear : YouTube : Podcast Hi runners, ππΌ Katelyn here with newsletter #460! Today was a big one on the podcast β we dug into some of the most iconic milestones in running: the elusive Boston Qualifier, the legendary 4-minute mile, and the nearly mythic sub-2-hour marathon. To accompany our discussion, weβve got a nice batch of guides to fuel your goals β plus a special feature from Boston Marathon champion Amby Burfoot on what not to do on...
Running News : Training Tips : Training Plans : Shoes+Gear : YouTube : Podcast Hi runners, ππΌ Katelyn here with newsletter #458! Peak weeks and racing season are officially here. Whether youβre gearing up for a goal race or adjusting after a few setbacks, weβve got you covered. Today, weβre discussing all things race prepβfrom smart carb loading and missed training time to knowing when itβs time to retire your shoes. And in running news, a powerful new app making running safer for everyone...
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