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Hi runners, 👋🏼 Katelyn here with newsletter #493!

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​Today, we’re cutting through the noise and giving you exactly what you need—no fluff, just smart, actionable advice.

From finding your optimal weekly mileage to the simplest (and maybe best) training guide we’ve ever seen, plus some wild and wonderful headlines from around the running world, you’re in for a good one.

• 📚 The only training guide you’ll ever need… in just 13 words: Simple, sharp, and science-backed—this one might change how you train forever.
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• 📏 How many miles should I run a week? The smart way to set your weekly mileage​
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• 💼 Warren Buffett hosts the world’s most affluent 5K: As well as his very own personalized Brooks Glycerin line​
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• 👶 Toronto dad breaks stroller-pushing world record: His 17-month-old rode shotgun in the Baby Jogger Summit X3 as Neely smashed the standing mark
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• 🏟️ 2025 Shanghai/Keqiao Diamond League: Full track recap and results: Records, rivalries, and a stacked night of elite competition in China.

Happy running! 🏃🏻‍♀️⭐

Katelyn Tocci
Managing Editor
Head Coach

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📚 The Only Training Guide You’ll Ever Need… In Just 13 Words​

Too many workouts, too much noise? 🌀

Amby Burfoot interviews endurance expert Dr. Michael Joyner, who cuts through the chaos with one famous haiku—and a training philosophy that’s refreshingly simple, surprisingly powerful, and built to last. 🏃‍♂️📉🔥

📏 How Many Miles Should I Run A Week? The Smart Way to Set Your Weekly Mileage​

Too much and you risk injury. Too little and progress stalls. ✨

Learn how to find your perfect mileage sweet spot based on your goals, fitness, and schedule—without burning out. 📏🔥

💼 Warren Buffett Hosts The World’s Most Affluent 5K​

Where billionaires lace up next to banana-suited runners 🍌🏃‍♂️ and charity meets capitalism—plus, check out Buffett’s exclusive Brooks GTS drop you can’t get anywhere else. 👟💸

👶 Toronto Dad Breaks Stroller-Pushing World Record With 17-Month-Old Son Along for the Ride​

Firefighter Brendan Neely blazed through 1K in 2:51—while pushing his toddler in a jog stroller. 🏃‍♂️🍼

It’s a family record, a training feat, and an unforgettable ride. 👏💨

🏟️ 2025 Shanghai/Keqiao Diamond League: Full Track Recap and Results​

From photo finishes to world leads, nearly every race delivered fireworks in Shanghai. 🔥💨

Catch up on breakout performances, Olympic previews, and the athletes making serious moves this season. 🥇📊

​The Vaporfly 4 is Nike's Lightest-Ever Super Shoe: But Is It the Best?​

The Nike Vaporfly 4 is a feather-light, super-flashy, minimalist super shoe — but is it Nike's fastest running shoe yet? It has an angled carbon-fibre plate, advanced ZoomX foam, and a much slighter midsole than its bigger and bulkier cousin, the Nike Alphafly 3.

So, how does the Vaporfly 4 compare to its counterpart and other racing shoes on the market? Senior Editor Alex Cyr tested it thoroughly and shares whether or not he thinks it's worth buying.

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