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Hi runners, 👋🏼 Katelyn here with newsletter #477!

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​It’s Boston week, and the energy is building! 🦄

This week’s podcast dives into all things Boston—from trivia to course tips—and we’ve got a powerful feature from Amby Burfoot exploring some interesting Boston data.

Plus, we’re spotlighting bold moves from Paula Radcliffe and William Goodge, gear you’ll want to try, and dynamic stretches to do in your corral.

• 🦄 New podcast: Inside the Boston Marathon: Trivia, tips, and tales from the course: We break down everything from race-day strategy to personal stories from the world’s most iconic marathon.
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• 📰 Why aren’t American runners getting faster in the Boston Marathon? A special feature by Amby Burfoot on performance trends, tradition, and the surprising truth behind the times.
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• 👟 Nike Pegasus Premium review: The workout shoe I didn’t expect to love: Heavy, weird, expensive—and somehow, a new favorite.
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• 🦵 The best dynamic stretches to do before a run: Boost mobility and prevent injury with this coach-approved warm-up routine.
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• 💪 Paula Radcliffe is running Boston, and she’s got something to finish: The former world record holder makes a surprise return at 51, and she’s not done yet.
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• 🌏 William Goodge to run 2,500 miles across Australia in world record attempt: An emotional journey powered by loss, purpose, and ultrarunning grit.

Happy running! 🏃🏻‍♀️⭐

Katelyn Tocci
Managing Editor
Head Coach

📣 Hopkinton to Heartbreak: Your Go-To Source For Everything Boston Marathon This Week 💙💛

• ​The 2025 Boston Marathon: The Complete Guide​
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• ​How To Watch and Live Stream The 2025 Boston Marathon: A Complete Guide For Spectators And Viewers​
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• ​We're Doing a Boston Marathon Watch-Along Live Stream on YouTube!​

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

🦄 Boston Preview Show: Tips, Talking The Course, Who Will Win, and... Katelyn Is Running!​ 🎧 We break down the elite fields, reveal pro tips for conquering the course, and share behind-the-scenes details from our live coverage plans — plus, Katelyn Tocci opens up about her emotional return to Boston. Whether you’re racing, watching, or dreaming, this podcast has everything you need 💙. WATCH NOW 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

📰 Why Aren’t American Runners Getting Faster In The Boston Marathon?​

🇺🇸🏃‍♂️ Despite better shoes, smarter training, and high-tech everything, today’s top American marathoners are actually slower at Boston than they were decades ago.

In this thought-provoking feature, Amby Burfoot dives into the data—and the reasons why. 📉📊

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

👟 Nike Pegasus Premium Review: The Workout Shoe I Didn’t Expect To Love​

👟🤯 The Nike Pegasus Premium might be bulky, bizarre-looking, and wildly expensive, but it totally surprised Alex.

In this review, he breaks down why this oddball of a shoe just might be his favorite trainer of the year. 🏃‍♂️🔥

🦵 12 Essential Pre-Run Stretches: The Dynamic Moves Every Runner Should Do​

🦵 Don’t skip your warm-up!

In this guide, we break down 12 dynamic pre-run stretches that’ll get your muscles firing, boost your mobility, and help prevent injuries—whether you're heading out for a quick jog or a long training run. 🏃‍♀️⚡

Stretch smart, run strong!

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

🦄 Paula Radcliffe Is Running Boston. And She’s Got Something To Finish​

🏃‍♀️💫 Paula Radcliffe is making her Boston Marathon debut—at age 51, a decade after retiring.

Fresh off a gritty Tokyo finish, the former world record holder returns to the spotlight with unfinished business and a whole lot of heart. 🦄🔥

🇦🇺 William Goodge To Run 2,500 Miles Across Australia In World Record Attempt​

🇦🇺🏃‍♂️ British ultrarunner William Goodge is running 2,500 miles across Australia in a world record attempt, with a powerful reason behind every step.

He’s dedicating the journey to his late mother, turning grief into purpose and pain into something truly extraordinary. 💙🥇

QUICK SPRINTS

• ​Here's Exactly How To Run A Sub-4-Hour Marathon: Training Plan Used By Thousands​
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• ​Here's What Bad Running Form Looks Like: 9 Signs To Look For​
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• ​Here Are The 11 Best Marathons In The World ​