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Top 4 Finish Line Tips for Runners
There is no greater feeling than crossing the finish line at a race. Once the finish line chute is in sight, adrenaline can take over, and that runner’s high of happiness can make the athlete feel invincible. That is, until heavy breathing and tired legs kick in, What happens... Read more
Colorado Crowned Fittest State In The Nation, California Found to Have the Most Gyms
New research points to the rising trend that Americans are prioritizing exercise more than ever. According to data collected in 2025 from the Health & Fitness Association, Americans visited gyms more often, with visits up 3.5% from the previous year. And it’s the Centennial State that was named the... Read more
10 Tips to Restart Running Again After Winter Break
From spending time with family over the holidays to having time dedicated to relaxation and nurturing friendships, winter break is the perfect time to hit the reset button. While the break is a well-deserved pause, returning to the swing of things can be more challenging than expected. Brutal cold... Read more
Morgan Delaney and Benson Davis Win National Titles at the USATF Junior Olympics Cross Country Championships
Runners faced a demanding course and cold and snowy winter conditions as they competed for national cross country titles at this year’s USATF Junior Olympic Championships held on  December 13 in Shelbyville, Indiana. The races showcased endurance, grit, determination, and depth of talent, with many athletes delivering strong performances... Read more
Molly Mocko And Samuel Radtke  Win 13-14 4K at USATF Junior Olympic Cross Country Championships
The 13-year-old female from Palatine Pack TTCC A took home the national title, with Quinn Hanley and Jordyn Grossnickle four seconds apart for second and third place. Radtke took home the title in the boys’ race in 13:12.7. Molly Mocko stole the spotlight at the Junior Olympic Cross Country... Read more
Winter Running Gear You Actually Need (and What You Don’t)
The second the temperature starts to drop, runners realize their sports leggings and sweatshirt alone aren’t cutting it to keep out the cold. And yes, this means those teen boys who prefer to run in shorts in the winter. To continue training outdoors, there is winter running gear is... Read more
Here’s When To Start Training for Spring Races and Track Season
There are runners who love the cold, fresh air of winter runs and those who prefer to slow down for the season to prioritize recovery and cross-training. But those looking to run their first 5k, or are seasoned and have their first race of the new year coming up,... Read more
Cyber Monday and Continued Black Friday Deals For Athletes
Fueled up on turkey and the trimmings, consumers can now sprint on to their favorite sports brands to get the best deals that are currently happening. Black Friday deals continue this weekend, leading up to even more discounts on Cyber Monday. This includes major running sneakers sales on brands... Read more
La Jolla’s Chiara Dailey earns third Mt. SAC Invitational title, Elliana Patterson, Olly O’Connor and Andres Lomeli also achieve victories
WALNUT – Chiara Dailey solidified her legacy in Mt. SAC Invitational history Friday, with Olly O’Connor hoping his performance is the first of multiple titles this fall on the 3-mile layout at Mt. San Antonio College. Dailey, a senior at La Jolla High in California, won her third career individual crown in... Read more
Yohanes Van Meerten of Flagstaff rolls to 14:10.1 at Mt. SAC Invitational, San Clemente secures boys team sweepstakes, with Riverside Poly’s Jace Deledonne also victorious
WALNUT – Two weeks after the most prestigious 5-kilometer course record in California prep cross country history was eclipsed by an elite athlete from Utah, the fastest 3-mile effort on another significant layout in the Golden State was achieved Saturday by a rising standout representing Arizona. Yohanes Van Meerten,... Read more
Braelyn Combe leads Corona Santiago to Mt. SAC Invitational title, Mira Costa and Westlake’s Sabrina Cruz also triumph
WALNUT – When Corona Santiago High of California senior Braelyn Combe enters a race, she isn’t just trying to win, she’s looking to dominate the field. That was the case Saturday, as Combe ran 16 minutes, 53.2 seconds to win the Division 1-2 girls individual sweepstakes race at the 77th... Read more
Jackson Spencer of Herriman High in Utah sets Woodward Park record of 14:16.9 at ASICS Clovis Invitational, Ventura’s Aelo Curtis also prevails
FRESNO – Jackson Spencer has traveled all over the country during his prep career representing Herriman High from Utah by leaving an impressive mark on outdoor ovals and indoor tracks, including a big contribution to the 4×800-meter relay national high school record in June in Philadelphia. But during Spencer’s only... Read more