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Strava Launches New AI Feature To Help Runners Improve Race Time
The popular running app Strava is tapping into the power of artificial intelligence and machine learning to help runners elevate their race day performance. Strava announced the launch of its Performance Prediction feature that identifies estimated finish times for race distances for the 5-kilometer, 10k, half marathon, and marathon.... Read more
HOKA Launches Cielo X1 2.0 To Add To Its Lineup of Best Running Shoes
Spring track season is here, the time to elevate performance to the next level. While training and practice are key to being faster and stronger each track meet, a pair of quality running sneakers is important for supporting each step to the finish line. HOKA just unveiled its latest... Read more
USATF And Sound Running Team Up For Track Fest This May
In a major development for the track and field community, USA Track & Field (USATF) has announced a collaboration with Sound Running to host the inaugural Track Fest on May 24, 2025, at Occidental College in Los Angeles. This event merges two prominent competitions—the USATF Distance Classic and Sound Running Track Fest—into... Read more
8 Tip To Beat Pre-Race Nerves This Track Season
The weekend brings an extra wave of excitement for track and field athletes who are competing this spring. Track meets are a way for athletes to showcase their speed and skills, celebrating all the hard work put in at practice in hopes of making the podium. While the anticipation... Read more
How to Close a Relay Strong As The Anchor Leg
The relay is a unique event that requires individual speed from each of the four runners while still relying on team members to perform successfully. Each runner has a crucial role, but the anchor leg has the responsibility of finishing the race strong. Being the last athlete to race, the anchor... Read more
How To Run Negative Splits: Tips To Running Your Best Race
Fueled by nerves and excitement, it’s common for runners to accelerate from the starting line with all-out power and speed. But this oftentimes leads to burnout by the end of the race. The best race strategy is to have enough gas in the tank to take the athlete across... Read more
Mastering the 300m Hurdles: Tips for Speed, Endurance, and Technique
The 300-meter hurdles is finally getting the attention it deserves. World Athletics said it is to become an “official event.” While there are no details on when it will come to major championships, now is a great time for youth athletes to add hurdles into their training and compete... Read more
Following memorable Nike Indoor Nationals, Corona Santiago looks to continue momentum at The Ten
Before the spring season even arrived, the Corona Santiago girls track and field team already had a profound impact on the 2025 schedule. Now, the Sharks elite distance runners will participate at an invitational for the first time during the California outdoor season when they compete Saturday at The... Read more
Evangeline Williams, Josiah Bowman and Makenna Herbst shine at Hi-Racer Meet of Champions Distance Classic
EL MONTE – Against an elite field, it was a freshman who took home the crown. Trabuco Hills’ Evangeline Williams was only 10th with 800 meters left, but rallied to win the invitational 3,200 meters Saturday night at the 34th Hi-Racer Meet of Champions at Arroyo High. The distance-only meet was... Read more
How to Start a Spring Running Club
Spring is the perfect season to get outside and run with friends.  Running with a group can make training more enjoyable, keep you accountable, and help you improve as a runner. Not only does it make workouts go by faster, but running with others also allows friendships to grow... Read more
Freely Running Collection Review: Fashion Meets Function Activewear
As the chill of winter fades and nature bursts back to life, spring is the perfect time to hit the pavement, track, or trails for a refreshing run. With longer days, milder temperatures, and blooming landscapes, running in spring can feel invigorating and motivating. To add that extra motivation... Read more
Record-Breakers and Rising Stars: San Juan Capistrano Sets Stage for the World’s Fastest 10,000m
Every March, runners from around the globe descend on San Juan Capistrano for one of the sport’s most electrifying events. Now in its fifth year—with the upcoming edition on March 29—the World’s Fastest 10,000m has already become synonymous with breaking barriers, shattering national records, and uniting athletes in a... Read more