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Josh Kerr Just Broke a 27-Year Mile Record Nobody Thought Would Fall

Josh Kerr ran 3:42.66 at the London Diamond League to break Hicham El Guerrouj's 27-year mile world record. Inside the race, the splits, and what it means.

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10 Best Flexibility Exercises to Make You More Flexible

From hamstring and back stretches to ankle and shoulder mobility, this guide provides essential stretches for a full-body routine. Start improving your flexibility today!

10 Unexpected Politicians Who Have Completed a Full Marathon

Discover how politicians who run marathons, from George W. Bush to Alexander Stubb, combine leadership with endurance sports. Learn about their impressive finishing times and how marathon running shapes their public image.

Why Every Runner Needs a Simple Stretching Routine Like This One

Discover how a simple daily stretching routine can ease joint pain, boost mobility, and keep you active, no matter your age or fitness level!

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At 34, Max Jolliffe Just Ran Badwater 135 Faster Than Anyone in History

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Nasal Strips for Runners: Gimmick or Game-Changer?

Explore the scientific evidence, real runner experiences, and practical applications of nasal strips in running. Learn when they work best, proper usage techniques, and expert insights on their effectiveness for different types of runners.

10 Must-Watch Movies for Every Passionate Runner

Discover 10 must-watch running movies that showcase incredible athletic achievements, personal transformations, and inspiring stories!

9 Most Unique Half Marathons in 2025: From Arctic Nights to Safari Adventures

Discover 9 extraordinary half marathons in 2025, from running under the Northern Lights to racing alongside African wildlife. Experience these unique races that combine athletic achievement with unforgettable adventures.

Best Electrolyte Supplements to Keep You Running Longer

Discover everything you need to know about electrolytes for running, from essential minerals to top products. Learn how to maintain peak performance and prevent common running issues with proper electrolyte balance.

Ciele Athletics Gear Review: Performance, Comfort, and Style

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Li-Ning Feidian Ultra 3: Review and Thoughts

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World Record Holder Ja’Kobe Tharp ’s Race Day Ritual Starts at the McDonald’s Drive-Thru

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Zone 2 Training Was Meant to Fix Everything. A New Review Says It Might Be Overrated

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Wildfire Smoke and Running: When to Move Your Workout Indoors

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The 30-Minute At-Home Strength Session That Cuts a Runner's Injury Risk in Half

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Built for the Burn: The Best Running Gear for Hot Weather

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We Wore The Huawei Watch Fit 5 For A Week And One Thing Surprised Us

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Finding Your Perfect Running Shoes

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Prungo FluxGo Red Light Therapy Module Review: Our Hands-On Experience

Health

The Training Change Every Woman Runner Over 45 Is Getting Wrong

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His Doctor Told Him He Was Overweight at 67. He Ran Marathons Into His 90s.

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Sociologists Have a New Name for What Running Does to People in Addiction Recovery

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Stress Fractures in Runners: The Bone Health Warning Signs Every Runner Over 35 Ignores

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The Training Change Every Woman Runner Over 45 Is Getting Wrong

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A 2025 clinical study of women in perimenopause and postmenopause found a training change that outperformed extra mileage. Most running plans still miss it.

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His Doctor Told Him He Was Overweight at 67. He Ran Marathons Into His 90s.

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A doctor told Sir Christopher Ball to lose weight before his 70th birthday. He picked up running instead. He is now in his 90s and still going.

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Sociologists Have a New Name for What Running Does to People in Addiction Recovery

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A 2025 study followed people building a new life through running after addiction. What they found challenges the standard picture of recovery.

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Dr. Stacy Sims Says Runners Are Fueling Wrong: 5 Rules That Contradict Standard Marathon Advice

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Dr. Stacy Sims has spent 20 years dismantling the assumption that female runners can fuel like men. Here are her five clearest contradictions of standard marathon nutrition advice.

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Stress Fractures in Runners: The Bone Health Warning Signs Every Runner Over 35 Ignores

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Stress fractures affect up to 20% of distance runners. Here are the warning signs, the RED-S connection, and the bone-health protocol every runner over 35 should know.

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From Porter to Everest Legend : The 16-Year Journey That Ended on Broad Peak

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Pur Bahadur Gurung, known as Yukta, died in the Broad Peak avalanche at 37. He went from porter in 2009 to ten Everest summits and IFMGA certification.

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Perimenopause and Running: What Happens to Your Pace, Recovery, and Injury Risk After 40

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Estrogen fluctuations during perimenopause slow recovery, weaken bones, and raise injury risk in female runners. Here is what changes, and how to train around it.

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The World's Craziest Race Has No Rules, No Insurance, and No End in Sight

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On the last Monday in May, a wheel of Double Gloucester cheese is released from the top of a nearly vertical grass hillside in Brockworth, Gloucestershire. Seconds later, a line of adults throw themselves off the same edge in pursuit.

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Mitch Kahn: The 71-Year-Old Trainer Who Reversed Prediabetes at 55

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When Mitch Kahn retired from his career in risk management in 2008, he weighed 265 pounds. His triglycerides, total cholesterol, and LDL cholesterol were all badly elevated.

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World Record Holder Ja’Kobe Tharp ’s Race Day Ritual Starts at the McDonald’s Drive-Thru

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Three hours before Ja’Kobe Tharp broke a 13-year-old world record in the 110-metre hurdles, he sat down and ate two cheeseburgers, a large fries, and ten Chicken McNuggets.