The Rise of the ‘Runcation’
I had never been to France, but I saw enough on TV to anticipate the clichés: rows of aristocratic, cream-colored buildings; corner cafés where chic locals sipped coffee and ate flaky croissants; and, of course, the Eiffel
This Sleep Mistake Can Raise Your Risk of Running Injuries
With everything you’ve got going on in life, it can be hard to hit the recommended seven-plus hours of sleep each night. But new research suggests that regularly getting poor sleep may raise your risk of running injuries. A
How to Prevent—and Beat—the Post-Marathon Blues
Completing a marathon is supposed to be a euphoric experience—the result of months (sometimes years) of relentless training, sacrifice, and discipline. Yet for many runners, reaching the long-awaited finish line can bring u
Why ‘Illegal’ Super Shoes Aren’t Your Best Choice for Daily Runs
I’ll admit it: I’ve got a weakness for running shoes packed so high with springy foam that they feel like mini-trampolines bouncing me forward. I’ve even got a couple pairs where the stack height—the cushioning under
Can Hoka's Latest Super Shoe Really Help You Snag a New PR?
The first thing I noticed about the Rocket X 3 was how easy it was to get on. I often felt like I had to fight the Rocket X 2 to get it on my foot, but the new version has a more structured heel collar that allows my foot to
Dietitians Love These Energy Gels for a Mid-Run Boost
One of the weirdest parts of getting into long-distance running or triathlons is learning how much endurance athletes love and hate—and rely on—little packets of goo-like gels. As unappetizing as they might be, the best e
Here's What a Marathon Runner Thinks of Lululemon’s New Go Further Line
The Runsie also has pockets all the way around the waistband, with plenty of storage for a phone, snacks, a soft flask, and even a rolled-up extra layer. But my favorite feature is the shorts, which are split in the front for
These Marathon Running Shoes Will Carry You Across the Finish Line
By now, you’ve probably heard that marathons are the new quarter life crisis. And while running 26.2 miles with thousands of strangers may or may not be the fix to whatever is giving you the mid-20s to early-30s blues, I ca
Does Running ‘Count’ as a Leg Workout?
You’re out for a long run filled with rolling hills and you start to feel the burn in your leg muscles. It makes sense: You know your lower body is working hard to propel you through your miles. Yes, your legs can certainly
When Was the Last Time You Replaced Your Nikes? How to Pick Your Next Pair
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