🏁 The world’s longest running streak comes to an end


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Hi runners,

Jessy here with newsletter #402! 🎉

Happy Monday! Today is all about running far and running fast!

Here's what I have for you today
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  • 🏁 After more than five decades, the world’s longest running streak, held by Jon Sutherland, has come to an end. Read why he's finally taking a day off.
  • 💪 We all know strength training is important for runners... but can you do weights and go on a run on the same day?
  • 🛍️ This race gave out DNF goodie bags... and could be the marketing move of the future.
  • ❌ Sometimes, you need to make a tough decision...here's how to navigate when you should consider dropping out of a race or when you need to push through.

Get ready to get faster!

Jessy Carveth
Senior News Editor

🏁 World’s Longest Running Streak Ends After 55 Years (or 20,309 runs)

Jon Sutherland isn’t just any average runner; he’s a bona fide legend in the world of running due to his record for the longest active running streak in the world.

However, all good things must come to an end, including Sutherland’s incredible streak. Find out why he's decided to take a day off and end his incredible run.

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💪 Should You Do Cardio and Weights On The Same Day?

The most challenging task for a coach or athlete is organizing and combining cardio sessions (long runs, recovery runs, interval training, speedwork, etc.), weight training, and rest into the perfect training plan. This is a giant puzzle to put together.

Here are our best tips to get the best of both worlds.

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🛍️ Xiamen Marathon Gives Out Suprise Goodie Bags To DNF’ers

Let’s face it—marathoners are a tough breed. Sometimes, no matter how well you prepare, the marathon gods have other plans. Whether it’s an injury, dehydration, or simply hitting the wall, many runners experience the dreaded “DNF”.

It’s a tough pill to swallow, but at the 2025 Xiamen Marathon, Chinese running brand Xtep turned that disappointment into a moment of unexpected joy.

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❌ DNF Guide: Why Runners DNF + How To Avoid Dropping Out Of A Race

DNF. Did not finish.

Let’s be honest: deciding to pull out of a race that you have trained months and months for, is every runner’s worst nightmare and one of the most difficult decisions to make.

Here are some things to consider when you find yourself in that tough spot.

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🏃‍♂️ How to Start Running (Or Get Back On Track After a Break): A Complete Guide

Marathon Handbook's editors Alex Cyr, Katelyn Tocci and Michael Doyle provide beginner's tips on how to start running, or how to get back into running after a big break. They have tips, insights, and do's and don't's for how to build a solid running routine.


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