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fromTravel + Leisure
3 hours ago

These Are the Hardest Marathons in the World to Get Into-Including One With Just 99 Finishers

The Big Five Marathon in South Africa is the most difficult marathon to enter due to high demand and limited spots.
Travel
fromConde Nast Traveler
1 day ago

11 of the Coolest Marathon Courses Around the Globe, From the Great Wall of China to Highway 1

Running through new destinations offers unique experiences and insights into local life, making destination races increasingly popular and exciting.
Exercise
fromPsychology Today
3 hours ago

Should You Exercise Harder or Longer? What New Data Suggests

Higher intensity physical activity significantly reduces the risk of eight major chronic diseases compared to moderate intensity activity.
fromWIRED
2 days ago

Garmin's Latest Training Features Fend Off the Advances of the Apple Watch

Food logging can be done in a few ways, including searching a database, scanning barcodes, or using AI-based camera analysis. Simpler items like eggs and fruit are identified well, but complex meals can be frustrating due to lighting and AI limitations.
Wearables
fromAlternative Medicine Magazine
2 days ago

What You Do After Training Matters More Than You Think

After a tough workout, your body enters a state of stress: muscle fibers are damaged, energy stores are depleted, and hydration levels drop. This is a critical moment. If your body gets the right nutrients, it starts rebuilding immediately. If not, recovery slows down, and so does progress.
Alternative medicine
fromwww.npr.org
5 days ago

Runners misled at a qualifier race will still get invites to the world championship

Molly Born, who won the women's race, described the situation as 'everyone's worst nightmare' after elite runners were misled off course due to an emergency.
US news
Running
fromiRunFar
3 days ago

From Marathons to the Marathon des Sables: A Conversation with Des Linden

Des Linden transitions from professional marathoning to the 2026 Marathon des Sables, a 155-mile self-sufficient race across the Sahara Desert.
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 day ago

Wild west' reformer pilates boom is causing rise in injuries, experts warn

The boom in reformer pilates has created a wild west of studios where poor regulation has resulted in inexperienced teachers and a rise in injuries, professional standards bodies have warned.
Exercise
#london-marathon
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago
London

Revealed: secret plans for two-day London Marathon with 100,000 runners

The London Marathon plans a two-day event in 2027 to accommodate 100,000 runners and raise over £130 million for charity.
fromwww.theguardian.com
6 days ago
Running

The first London marathon: brave and personal triumphs archive, 1981

Inge Simonsen won the first London marathon in 2 hours 11 minutes 48 seconds, watched by 100,000 spectators.
London
fromTime Out London
1 week ago

The London Marathon could be a totally different event in 2027

The London Marathon plans to allow 100,000 competitors in 2027, potentially doubling the number of participants over two days.
London
fromwww.bbc.com
1 week ago

London Marathon considers two-day event in 2027

London Marathon organizers are considering a two-day event to accommodate more participants after a record number of applications for 2026.
London
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago

Revealed: secret plans for two-day London Marathon with 100,000 runners

The London Marathon plans a two-day event in 2027 to accommodate 100,000 runners and raise over £130 million for charity.
Running
fromwww.theguardian.com
6 days ago

The first London marathon: brave and personal triumphs archive, 1981

Inge Simonsen won the first London marathon in 2 hours 11 minutes 48 seconds, watched by 100,000 spectators.
France news
fromJezebel
1 week ago

This is Why We Shouldn't Go on Runs

Strava's GPS tracking can inadvertently reveal sensitive military locations, as demonstrated by a French officer's run on the Charles de Gaulle aircraft carrier.
#half-marathon
fromRunner's World
4 days ago
Running

These 7 Tips from Pro Half-Marathoners Helped Me Run My Strongest Race. Here's What You Can Learn from the Best.

Running a half marathon requires a balance of excitement and caution, with training strategies emphasizing gradual progress and body care.
fromLondon On The Inside
2 months ago
Running

A New Half Marathon Is Coming to East London This Year

Saucony Run Shoreditch will be a new half marathon in east London on 20 September 2026, with entries opening 4 February and prices from £45.
Running
fromRunner's World
4 days ago

These 7 Tips from Pro Half-Marathoners Helped Me Run My Strongest Race. Here's What You Can Learn from the Best.

Running a half marathon requires a balance of excitement and caution, with training strategies emphasizing gradual progress and body care.
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 weeks ago

Opioid addiction almost destroyed me then I became a top marathon runner

The Percocet dulled his foot pain and also his anxiety. Rideout was used to alcohol and cocaine, but this was different. He felt happy, confident and optimistic. He returned to the podiatrist for more pills. Then more. Soon he was altering the prescriptions manually, changing a seven into a two and adding a zero, before targeting smaller pharmacies that wouldn't run verification checks.
Medicine
Running
fromiRunFar
2 days ago

Running and Aging: Finding Surprise Improvements

Crown King Scramble 50k offers a consistent and challenging course for runners, fostering a strong community and personal growth through endurance.
East Bay (California)
fromThe Oaklandside
2 weeks ago

Oakland marathon route: street closures and where to watch

The 17th annual Oakland Marathon on March 22 expects 11,000 runners across multiple race distances, benefiting the Eat. Learn. Play. Foundation and raising over $100,000.
fromiRunFar
6 days ago

This Week In Running: March 30, 2026

Lucien Epiney from Switzerland won the Ultra Trail Men's race in Spain with a time of 6:57, followed by Alexis Martín and Manuel Mesa from Spain finishing in 7:10 and 7:51 respectively.
Running
Los Angeles
fromDodgers Nation
4 weeks ago

LA Marathon starts at Dodger Stadium, ends in photo finish

The 41st Los Angeles Marathon featured the closest finish in race history, with American Nathan Martin narrowly defeating Michael Kimani Kamau, while organizers allowed runners to finish at mile 18 with medals.
#doping
Running
fromLos Angeles Times
6 days ago

New York City Marathon winner Albert Korir banned 5 years for doping

Albert Korir banned for five years after admitting to doping with a blood-boosting substance, disqualifying his recent race results.
Running
fromLos Angeles Times
6 days ago

New York City Marathon winner Albert Korir banned 5 years for doping

Albert Korir banned for five years after admitting to doping with a blood-boosting substance, disqualifying his recent race results.
#running
fromiRunFar
1 week ago
Running

Ask the Pro: Trail Shoe Colors, Training for Increased Distances, and Fueling Strategies

Running
fromiRunFar
1 month ago

Going All in on Running - And Marriage

Race-day commitment plus factors like taper, altitude, pacing, and competitive packs often make race pace feel easier than equivalent training efforts.
Running
fromiRunFar
2 months ago

Running: The Most Important Unimportant Thing

Guidance and small encouragement help individuals, especially children, push past fear and expand personal limits in physically vulnerable activities.
London
fromTime Out London
2 weeks ago

The London Marathon organisers are launching a new 5k run in the capital

A new evening 5k run event in Battersea Park combines running with music and lasers, kicking off the TCS London Marathon weekend.
Running
fromiRunFar
1 week ago

Ask the Pro: Trail Shoe Colors, Training for Increased Distances, and Fueling Strategies

Gabe Joyes provides insights on running, including mental strategies, shoe color psychology, and fueling for endurance events.
Running
fromEsquire
1 week ago

Our 6 Favorite Pairs of Cushioned Running Shoes for Men

Cushioned running shoes enhance comfort, reduce impact on joints, and help prevent injuries during running.
Running
fromBoston.com
1 week ago

How Dropkick Murphys' Jeff DaRosa found himself on the road to the Boston Marathon

Jeff DaRosa, a musician, found structure and purpose in running after getting sober, leading him to train for the 2026 Boston Marathon.
fromBusiness Insider
4 weeks ago

A longevity and sports medicine doctor who completed 15 Ironmans shares his workout routine. It includes a run-commute.

It's the most ubiquitous, effective, totally no-side-effects drug in the world. Exercise is also something Metzl feels is sometimes overlooked in the longevity space, in favor of fancier products. A lot of this stuff we talk about with longevity is not validated, like full-body MRIs and these supplement stacks.
Health
US news
fromwww.npr.org
1 month ago

They were led off course in a big race. But a fix is more complicated than prize money

The top three finishers in the USATF Half Marathon Championships were misdirected off course by an official race vehicle, resulting in incorrect final standings and jeopardizing their qualification for the 2026 World Road Running Championships.
Running
fromStrength Running
1 week ago

How to Build Physiological Resilience in the Marathon with Coach John Davis, PhD - Strength Running

John Davis bridges exercise science and practical coaching, offering insights into endurance training for all levels of runners.
Running
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago

US runners led off course in chaotic half-marathon given entry to world championships

Three runners who were misled off course in a race have been granted entry into the World Road Running Championships.
Running
fromiRunFar
1 week ago

This Week In Running: March 23, 2026

Chianti Ultra Trail featured intense competition with Thomas Cardin winning and securing a Golden Ticket for the Western States 100.
Running
fromBusiness Matters
2 weeks ago

10K Races Ireland: Your Guide to Major Running Events in 2026

Ireland is a prime destination for sports tourism, particularly for running events attracting global participants.
Running
fromiRunFar
2 weeks ago

This Week In Running: March 16, 2026

Naomi Robinson won the 2025 IAU 50k World Championships in New Delhi with a time of 3:13:39, while Alex Milne claimed the men's title in 2:46:09, with Great Britain dominating both races.
fromCuteness
1 month ago

Golden Retriever Is 'The Best Part Of NYC Marathons' Because Of One Hype-Man Habit - Cuteness

Most people who sign up for a road race expect to receive a commemorative T-shirt and perhaps a banana and an electrolyte drink for their efforts, but the racers in a half-marathon in New York City got something extra: furry high-fives from a happy golden retriever. In a TikTok video that's been viewed more than 2.4 million times, @ellici.a shared the sweet sight, which she described as "the best part of NYC marathons."
Pets
fromRunner's World
3 weeks ago

Results from the 2026 NYC Half

Hellen Obiri of Kenya claimed the win in the women's race in 1:06:33, breaking the course record. Sharon Lokedi, the former course record holder, took second in 1:07:10. On the men's side, Adriaan Wildschutt of South Africa won in 59:30, 11 seconds ahead of second place Zouhir Talbi of the U.S.
Running
#nyc-half-marathon
Running
fromFOX 5 New York
3 weeks ago

NYC Half Marathon 2026: Start time, street closures and map for Sunday

The 2026 NYC Half Marathon features over 30,000 runners traveling 13.1 miles from Prospect Park in Brooklyn to Central Park, crossing the Brooklyn Bridge and Times Square with significant street closures throughout Brooklyn and Manhattan.
Running
fromFOX 5 New York
3 weeks ago

NYC Half Marathon 2026: Start time, street closures and map for Sunday

The 2026 NYC Half Marathon features over 30,000 runners traveling 13.1 miles from Prospect Park in Brooklyn to Central Park, crossing the Brooklyn Bridge and Times Square with significant street closures throughout Brooklyn and Manhattan.
Running
fromLos Angeles Times
3 weeks ago

Runners sympathize with L.A. Marathon runner-up led off course, but say fans are vital

Nathan Martin won the 41st L.A. Marathon by 0.18 seconds over Michael Kimani Kamau, who was briefly diverted off course by a spectator near the finish line.
Running
fromiRunFar
3 weeks ago

Many Small Leaps for Runnerkind: Wondering About Non-Linear Improvement in Running

Runners experience breakthrough moments where performance suddenly improves, often after returning to regular training or during consistent improvement phases, driven by accumulated physiological adaptations.
fromBoston.com
3 weeks ago

Boston Marathon race director to run with his 3 kids - and astronaut Sunita Williams

I was a senior in high school, and I just said I wanted to run in it. Long story short, I dropped out in the hills in Newton. He didn't complete the race, and was taken by ambulance to Newton-Wellesley Hospital, he said. Still, he vowed to give it another shot.
Running
fromTriathlete
3 weeks ago

After Years of Setbacks, Triathlon Returns to New York City in 2026

The New York City Triathlon was one of the sport's most iconic races. Debuting in 2001, it quickly became a bucket-list event for age-groupers and pros alike: a swim in the Hudson River, a bike up the closed West Side Highway, and a run through Central Park. At its peak as part of the Life Time Fitness Series, the race attracted up to 4,000 participants - and top names like Olympians Greg Bennett and Emma Snowsill.
Running
fromTime Out London
2 months ago

A new half marathon is launching in Shoreditch in September

The Saucony Run Shoreditch Half will debut on Sunday September 20, 2026 - and it's from the same people who're behind the Hackney Half. The event began last year as a 10k, with runners starting in Shoreditch Park, winding through the boroughs of Hackney and Islington, then crossing the finish line back at the park. We don't know exactly what the half marathon route will look like yet, but we do know that it'll also start and end at Shoreditch Park.
London
#nyc-marathon-lottery
fromiRunFar
3 weeks ago

AI-Powered Optimization: New Frontiers in Peak Running Performance

Super shoes and ultralight gear make a difference, but with new advancements in artificial intelligence (AI) that can look at our running form and compare it to the ideal, analyze our nutrition intake from a simple photo and help us plan our diets, and offer guidance on training and recovery, the interwovenness of technology and running is only set to increase.
Running
#trail-running
fromStrength Running
1 month ago

Cross Training and Running: How to Add Other Sports to Your Training - Strength Running

Cross training and running go together like peanut butter and jelly. If you build it into your schedule intentionally, strategically, and with a clear understanding of what you're trying to accomplish, you'll thrive. Megan makes the case that cross-training serves runners for several distinct reasons, and the right reason for you will shape how you approach it.
Running
fromwww.bbc.com
1 month ago

New half marathon event planned by Merton Council

Merton Council will spend 220,000 to launch the event, but estimates it will generate 600,000 profit, rising to 1.4m by the third year and will support up to 49 local jobs, the Local Democracy Reporting Service said. Leader of Merton Council Ross Garrod hopes the race will become "south London's biggest running event" and attract runners from across London, Surrey and beyond.
London
Running
fromRunner's World
1 month ago

Didn't Make It Into the New York City Marathon? Train for One of These Alternatives.

The NYC Marathon, with 59,226 finishers, is the world's largest marathon, but only one percent of lottery entrants secure bibs, making alternative fall marathons viable options for runners.
Running
fromRunner's World
4 weeks ago

He Beat the Standard by 22 Minutes-and Didn't Get In. It Was Harder Than Ever to Qualify for the NYC Marathon

Record demand for major marathons has made qualifying standards increasingly difficult, requiring runners to exceed published time standards by significant margins to secure entry.
Running
fromiRunFar
4 weeks ago

Jeff Galloway and Running for Life

Jeff Galloway, an Olympic runner and influential coach who popularized the run-walk method, passed away at 80, leaving a legacy of inspiring countless runners to exceed their perceived limits.
#ultramarathon
Running
fromDefector
1 month ago

U.S. Half-Marathon Championships Thrown Into Chaos After Leaders Accidentally Led Off Course | Defector

A lead vehicle's wrong turn near the finish of a U.S. half-marathon championship diverted top runners off course, costing them podium finishes and World Championships team spots despite formal appeals being denied.
fromiRunFar
1 month ago

This Week In Running: March 2, 2026

Two-time OCC winner Miao Yao (China) ran 2:32:30 to finish 24th. Yao went through halfway in a quick 1:13:40 but faded in the second half. Yao's personal best is 2:30:13 from November 2025.
Running
#ultrarunning
Running
fromiRunFar
1 month ago

This Week In Running: February 23, 2026

Ashley Paulson set a women's 100-mile world record of 12:19 at the Jackpot Ultrarunning Festival, while Rajpaul Pannu won the men's race for the third consecutive year.
Running
fromiRunFar
1 month ago

This Week In Running: February 23, 2026

Ashley Paulson set a women's 100-mile world record of 12:19 at the Jackpot Ultrarunning Festival, while Rajpaul Pannu won the men's race for the third consecutive year.
Running
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

US Half Marathon Championship ends in chaos as lead runners guided in wrong direction

USA Track & Field denied an appeal after guide vehicles misdirected leading runners near the finish of the women's Half Marathon Championship in Atlanta, though acknowledging course marking violations.
Running
fromiRunFar
1 month ago

Ask the Pro: Hill Training, Crews, and Favorite Snacks

Seek local trail running mentors for authentic knowledge rather than relying on social media advice, and match your training elevation gain to your target race's climbing demands.
Running
fromiRunFar
1 month ago

Tracksmith Eliot Range Review

Tracksmith's Eliot Range is a lightweight, minimalist trail shoe featuring merino wool, a Vibram outsole, and classic New England aesthetic at $240, departing from industry trends toward maximal cushioning and bright colors.
Running
fromBoston.com
1 month ago

'Superhero' runners to sweep through Boston Marathon's final 17 miles

The annual SuperHero17 training run returns Saturday with 100 costumed runners honoring late founder Susan Hurley, who created the charity program in 2008.
fromRunner's World
2 months ago

Run the Brooklyn Half Marathon With Runner's World

In recent years, the New York Road Runners (NYRR) RBC Brooklyn Half has become recognized as one of the largest half marathons in the country, touting nearly 28,500 participants in 2025. Now in its 44th year, runners will once again embark on a 13.1-mile journey through Brooklyn on Saturday, May 16, starting at Prospect Park (the same spot that the NYC Half, also organized by NYRR, kicks off) and finishing on the famous Coney Island boardwalk.
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Running
fromiRunFar
1 month ago

This Week In Running: February 16, 2026

Multiple Golden Ticket winners emerged at the Black Canyon 100k as new course records and tight duels produced fast finishes and Western States 100 entries.
fromiRunFar
2 months ago

This Week In Running: January 12, 2026

There was heavy snow, ice, rain, and wind in the days leading up to the race. This is a long one, and so it's really early. Last year's men's race was won in 82 hours, and the first-place woman completed the adventure in 87 hours. At the time of this writing on Sunday, Eugeni Roselló Solé (Spain) leads the men, and Johanna Antila (Finland) is in front of the women's race.
Running
Running
fromiRunFar
1 month ago

Running and Aging: Mixing it Up

Older runners can overcome motivation loss by cross-training, stepping outside comfort zones, and taking focused running vacations to renew enthusiasm and performance.
Running
fromScience of Running
5 months ago

Coaching the New Runner. Part 2: Individuals

Coach runners from the start by combining structured training, mental skills, and educational resources to develop performance under pressure.
#world-trail-majors
Running
fromiRunFar
2 months ago

This Week In Running: January 19, 2026

A longstanding HURT 100 course record fell as Tyler Juza ran 19:22, while Aimee Warnke won the women's race in 27:24.
Running
fromInsideHook
2 months ago

The Best Cold Weather Running Gear, According to Runners

Proper, moisture-wicking cold-weather running gear is mandatory to stay warm, safe, and injury-free while training through winter.
Running
fromPortland Monthly
2 months ago

A Guide to Portland Run Clubs

Join local run clubs to meet people in person, get outside, and find groups for every pace and identity, often cheaply or free.
Running
fromEsquire
2 months ago

The 10 Best Running Shoes to Score on Amazon

Choose running shoes based on features like water resistance, heel drop, traction, cushioning, breathability, and correct width for optimal fit and performance.
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