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Best Running Shoes for Long Distance
After getting a solid running base built up over the past few weeks, now might be the time to start working on distance goals. Whether looking for a late spring or summer road race or seeking to challenge yourself this outdoor track season, distance runners should invest in a... Read more
Top Racing Spikes for Runners in 2026
Runners looking for a solid shoe to help boost performance on the track this spring season should consider investing in a pair of racing spikes. While high school runners don’t need spikes on day one, as competition gets faster and goals get bigger, they quickly become an important part... Read more
Why High School Runners Burn Out Early in Races—And How to Fix It
Burning out before the finish? This running guide explains why it happens and how to prevent fading early. High school runners dedicate time to training each week at practice, often with a specific time goal in mind. Then they get their toes on the line at a track meet... Read more
Protein Guide for Modesto Marathon Runners: How to Refuel and Recover Right
Run hard, then recover smarter with this post–Modesto Marathon protein playbook. You ran the miles, left it all on the course, and crossed the finish line—now it’s time to give your body some love and lead it down the road to recovery. As runners prepare for the Modesto Marathon,... Read more
Top 8 Training Tips Every Female Runner Should Know
Running is a sport that is one of the most empowering ways for girls and women to exercise. Female runners learn through training how resilient they are both physically and mentally. However, female runners have unique physiological, developmental, and lifestyle needs that differ from their male counterparts, that requires... Read more
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
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
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
SPIbelt Teams Up with Marathoner Becs Gentry to Launch Custom Running Belt
Performance accessory brand SPIbelt announced its partnership with elite marathoner and Peloton instructor Becs Gentry to provide consumers with a new running belt that is designed on the pro athletes’ feedback and experiences. SPIbelt’s founder, Kim Overton, describes the partnership as a natural one after the women connected over... Read more
The Top 6 Best Exercises to Keep You Strong This Fall
Fall is the season of fresh starts—including buckling down on consistent workouts to push sports training to the next level.  Instead of slowing down as the days get shorter, athletes should lean into the fall season. It’s the ideal time to build strength, endurance, and confidence. All that’s needed... Read more