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Records fell, rivalries sharpened, and some runs just blew our minds. These are the best running performances of the year.​ ​
Lost your running mojo? You’re not alone. From burnout to boredom, this guide breaks down why motivation fades, and how to rebuild it in a way that actually sticks.​ ​
If you’re chasing a PR, the shoe matters. Here’s how the current crop of supershoes stack up, from stable workhorses to all-out speed weapons.
WATCH: From $150 to LA28 Contender: How Ahmed Muhumed Went All-In to Become One of America’s Best Runners ​
If soreness lingers longer than it used to, your post-run routine might be missing something. A handful of well-chosen stretches can make the difference between bouncing back and dragging tired legs into the next run. ​
WATCH: These 3 New Adidas Trainers Are INSANE l Evo SL ATR, Supernova Glide, Supernova Rise ​
Can music actually make you faster, or does it just feel that way? Research suggests your playlist might influence pace, effort, and fatigue more than you think. ​
WATCH: The Biggest Running Stories of 2025: Grand Slam Track Collapse, Harry Styles’ Marathon & What's Next
This wasn’t a year defined by a single race or record.
From multi-week mountain projects to photo-finish marathons and barrier-breaking track runs, these were the cream of the crop performances in running this year.
Ahmed Muhumed is one of the fastest-rising stars in American distance running — but his journey to the top was anything but guaranteed. In this episode of the Marathon Handbook Podcast, host Alex Cyr sits down with HOKA NAZ Elite athlete Ahmed Muhumed to unpack the bold decision that changed his life: quitting his job, moving to Flagstaff with just $150 to his name, and betting everything on professional running.
Most runners know they should stretch, but few have a routine that actually sticks.
This guide breaks down a simple, post-run stretching routine that hits the muscles runners tighten most, without turning cooldowns into a second workout.
The Marathon Handbook team traveled to The Running Event in San Antonio, Texas to check out Adidas' new line of running shoes for 2026.
Here, Senior Editor Alex Cyr speaks with Moritz Hoellmueller, VP design running at Adidas, about three of the brand's most anticipated running shoes of 2026: the Supernova Rise, Supernova Glide, and Evo SL ATR.
The Marathon Handbook Podcast breaks down the biggest stories in running from the second half of 2025. From the collapse of the Grand Slam Track League and unpaid athletes, to Harry Styles’ sub-3 marathon, the rise of Conner Mantz, the debate over Sydney as a World Marathon Major, and unforgettable moments from Tokyo Worlds, Chicago, Berlin, New York, and Valencia — we cover it all.
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Running News : Training Tips : Training Plans : Shoes+Gear : YouTube : Podcast Hi runners, 👋🏼 Katelyn here with newsletter #697! A new year often brings new resolutions, fresh goals, and a renewed interest in fitness and challenges. Whether you’re setting ambitious performance targets, refining your daily habits, or sharing the running bug with someone just getting started, today's newsletter covers a wide range of ways to reset, refocus, and move forward—plus a look at one of the biggest...
Running News : Training Tips : Training Plans : Shoes+Gear : YouTube : Podcast Hi runners, 👋🏼 Katelyn here with newsletter #695! Based on our latest mailbag episode, today's newsletter dives deeper into some of the thoughtful questions you’ve been sending our way, covering fueling, returning from setbacks, and balancing running with family life. Fasted running: When it actually makes sense: Is running on an empty stomach helpful—or harmful? We break down the science, safety considerations,...
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