Social distancing rules can make exercising a challenge for a blind runner who needs a volunteer tethered as a guide. But Thomas Panek has no problem because his running guide, Blaze, is a Labrador ...
The marathon represents the pinnacle of endurance running, covering an impressive 26.2 miles (42 kilometers). This historic distance traces back to ancient Greece, where legend tells of Phidippides’ ...
At mile 20 of the famed Boston Marathon, I realized that I was failing miserably at my job. It was my responsibility to guide Tony, a member of Achilles International, but I was quite literally ...
Start by asking yourself why you want to run in a minimalist shoe. Scott Douglas, author of The Runner’s World Complete Guide to Minimalism and Barefoot Running, looks at why you should—or ...
How would you like to feel superhuman? Not trying to blow smoke here but… that’s sorta what it feels like to be a long-distance runner. Remember that morning running scene where Chris Evans’ Steve ...
One of the best elements of running? It comes in all different forms and varieties. There’s a goal, race, and PR for every runner out there, whether you’re taking your first steps or have decades ...
If you’ve ever forced yourself out for a jog on busy pavement or suburban sidewalks and loathed every hard, unforgiving stride, then you might be more suited to trail running. Trail running has gained ...
You can feel this particular benefit of running for mental health while still on the move or as soon as you finish your miles ...
A user on X (formerly Twitter) recently asked a simple question that caused all kinds of runners to reflect on just how downright weird it can be to put one foot in front of the other for the first ...
One of the best decisions I’ve ever made in life was starting a regular running practice. I was pretty skinny growing up and always stayed away from cardio, worried that I’d lose too much weight and ...