One of the most celebrated elite runners of her generation, Kara Goucher faces her toughest challenge yet: being a beginner. Kara Goucher is a two-time Olympian and World Championships silver medalist. She placed first at the 2008 U.S. Olympic Trials in the 5,000 meters (15:01.02), third in the New York City Marathon in 2008 (2:25.53),
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Waterproof, windproof, breathable, and incredibly lightweight – Introducing the Norvan SL Insulated Hoody from Arc’teryx. When it comes to winter running, we’ve all heard the advice: Don’t underdress for the conditions, but don’t overheat, either. It’s the Goldilocks Principle of gear, usually solved by dressing in layers and stopping to adjust multiple times during a
Yes, you need a dedicated pair of trail shoes. Here’s what to look for. Trail running means flying through puddles and getting into some wild places. But it can also mean sliding on loose dirt or wet rocks. That’s why choosing a trail running shoe is so important – the pair you select could mean
On a nearly perfect day to run through the five boroughs, Joyciline Jepkosgei, 26, of Kenya, won the 2019 New York City Marathon in 2:22:38, becoming the youngest woman to ever win the race. Mary Keitany, who has won the New York City Marathon four times, was second in 2:23:32, and Ruti Aga of Ethiopia
The 2018 Boston Marathon champion took command in the early miles of the 26.2-mile race, with Kellyn Taylor hot on her heels. Desiree Linden feels liberated to take more chances in the final stages of her professional running career and she showed no fear on Sunday at the 2019 New York City Marathon, pressing ahead
She races more often than most other pro runners, but what really keeps this national road champion going (and going and going)? She fills us in on her marathon mind tricks and more. One was for a fast time. Another was for the win. The next is to compete. Sara Hall wants to try a
The women of the Northern Arizona Elite say they have at least one 2020 Olympian on their team. They each have a crucial role to play in getting her there. Aliphine Tuliamuk is a little late getting back from the grocery store. “It took me longer than I thought,” she says, now resting at the
Six elite women share what goes through their minds on marathon morning. It’s that moment. The one you’ve been thinking about and planning for. The weeks and months of hard work are over. Now all that’s left to do is run—26.2 miles. Every runner who’s been there knows: The starting line of a marathon is
The 2019 New York City Marathon is upon us—specifically, on Sunday, November 3. While 50,000 runners, including a professional field full of compelling storylines, make their way through the five boroughs, the rest of can watch. We’re here to tell you how—and why you should. The 26.2-mile race begins on Staten Island and ends at
Kikkan Randall, who was diagnosed with breast cancer soon after winning cross-country skiing gold medal at the 2018 Winter Olympics, is set to run the New York City Marathon on Nov. 3. Last February was a shining, defining moment for cross country skier Kikkan Randall. With a beaming smile and tears in her eyes, Randall
Anderson has coped with her sister’s death through running and hopes to “show her what I can do” on at the New York City Marathon. During the final run that Abigail Anderson shared with her sister, U.S. track standout Gabe Grunewald, they circled the reservoir in Central Park. It was a route they took often
After competing for 15 years, the 2017 New York City Marathon champ will coach the Bowerman Track Club, becoming one of the only women guiding the careers of U.S. Olympic runners. During the past three years, Shalane Flanagan has felt a shift in her enthusiasm for running. It’s not that her excitement has waned, but
Going green has never looked this good. The world produces an estimated 92 million tons of textile waste every year. Which is sort of hard to conceptualize. Put more simply: The fashion industry has been called the second-largest polluter in the world just after the oil industry. Outdoor and activewear brands have been some of the first
“You set the bar high and brought everyone on the line up to those standards. USA women dream bigger because of you.” As news spread of Shalane Flanagan’s retirement on Monday, the running community took to social media to share their thoughts and perspective on how one of the sport’s most decorated athlete’s has impacted
Time to hit refresh on your standard running routes. No matter where you are, there’s a gorgeous trail not far just waiting to be explored. Ranked easiest to hardest, and spanning across all 50 states, these are 10 of the best trail runs in the U.S. to add to your workout wish list. 1) Phoenix
The fall season is the perfect time to get off the road and hit the trails. Crisp air, cooler temps, changing leaves, and clear skies just beg for adventures on dirt, wood chips, or pine needles. We scoured the season’s latest trail-running shoe offerings—from weather-protecting hard chargers to road-to-trail hybrids—to bring you the leaders of
The socks that work on the road don’t always stand up to the demands of the trail—navigating twists and turns (read: extra friction), splashing through creeks, kicking up rocks and dust. Conquer any terrain—blister free!—with these eight top trail running picks. 1) INJINJI WOMEN’S TRAIL MIDWEIGHT CREW These moisture-wicking crew socks prevent any skin-on-skin friction
If you’re going for your best marathon yet, this Olympian has advice. Use her mental tricks to get to the finish line fast. Signing up for a race is an instant commitment to training and the goal of crossing a finish line. What if you also are ready to tackle your fastest time ever? You’ll
In an event dubbed the 1:59 Challenge, sponsored by a chemical company, Eliud Kipchoge broke the two-hour barrier for the 26.2-mile distance. Eliud Kipchoge raced up and down a flat, straight, tree-lined avenue in the heart of Vienna 4.4 times on Saturday to become the first person ever to break two hours in a marathon.
Brigid Kosgei, 25, of Kenya won the 2019 Chicago Marathon in 2:14:04 , besting a world record that has stood since 2003. She went out at a blazing clip, clocking a 15:28 first 5K, that most spectators thought could result in a major blowup later in the race. Instead, Kosgei settled in behind two male