A young pair of runners are returning to running after the winter break. They're happy and giving each other a high-five.

How to Return to Running after the Winter Break in 6 Simple Steps

Returning to running after the holiday season can feel like going on a mountain run in flip-flops. The festive period brings joy, celebrations, and often a break from our regular running routines. This pause is natural—your body and mind need and deserve the rest. After all, even bears hibernate, and like most things in nature, they enter a ... More

The Elusive Runner’s High: What is It and How to Catch It?

When I don't feel like getting out there on a cold, windy, rainy night after a full day's work, I always say that the miles won't run themselves. Well, when you're experiencing the runner's high, that's exactly what they do. It's that sweet spot during a run when everything just clicks; your body feels light, pain melts away, and you're ... More
A woman celebrates her run on the Great Wall of China, one of the running destinations.

Hottest Running Destinations for 2025

Destination races are a great way to see the world, offering a unique opportunity to combine running and travel. Sometimes, signing up for a race can even help you finally make those plans and book those flights. If you're still unsure about your 2025 travel plans, here are 12 hand-picked running destinations eagerly awaiting your arrival! ... More
A runner is running across and away from a 2025 sign on a road, running towards the rising sun, starting work on his New Year Goals

Run Your Best Year Yet: Inspiration, Goal-Setting & Strategies for 2025 Success

Happy (almost) New Year! We hope that you're going to enjoy the celebrations because soon, it’ll be time to start training again. After the Holidays and, hopefully, lots of good-quality rest and recovery, you might be ready to head out of the door once more. January 1 is also the prime time for New Year resolutions; what will your 2025 look ... More
A Santa is running on a treadmill during Christmas. Goals.

How to Keep Your Running Goals on Track During the Holidays

The winter holidays are a time for family, gratitude, and indulgence, but it can also be a challenging period for runners who are trying to maintain their workout routines and diet goals. With packed schedules, travel, colder weather, and an abundance of rich food, it’s easy to see how running goals could take a backseat, whether you ... More
A woman with a dog is running on a foggy morning down a country lane, managing her chronic illness with exercise.

Running with a Chronic Illness Ep. 2: The Mental Games We (Need to) Play

Three years ago, I was in the middle of my Saturday long run. The sun was shining and I'd just met a guy in flip flops riding his bike through the middle of nowhere to go swimming in a little pond in the woods. He had given me an apple and a few encouraging words before he rode off. All in all, it was a perfect day, a perfect meeting, and ... More
A woman in a beige cable knit sweater is unwrapping her gifts; a pair of red running shoes.

7 Best Christmas Presents for the Runner in Your Life: A Guide for Non-Runners

The holidays are sneaking up on us again, and you know what that means—it's time to start hunting for gifts. I'll be honest with you. Even though I absolutely love getting people gifts when I come upon something that makes me think of them, I find looking for gifts on purpose extremely stressful. Don't you worry though, as a runner, I've ... More
A happy woman is running through autumnal woods, knows how to start running

How to Start Running: My First Month as a Runner at Thirty

On October 12th, 2024, I embarked on a journey I never thought I’d actually get to, though I’d wanted it for the past decade since I first saw students gliding through my Georgia Southern University campus. That journey was running. And let me be blunt—running sucks. It’s that simple. But here’s the kicker: that’s why it’s great ... More
A woman with a dog is running on a foggy morning down a country lane, managing her chronic illness with exercise.

Running with a Chronic Illness Ep. 1: The Physiological Impact of Exercise on Your Health and Vice Versa

While research confirms that an active lifestyle lowers one's chances of premature death and chronic illness (Warburton et al., 2006), many athletes find themselves on the short end of the stick, developing a disease despite their best efforts to stay happy and healthy. Even though participants in all kinds of sports have to navigate the ... More
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26.2 Curious Facts about Marathons to Fill your Need for Wonder

The marathon is a test of endurance, spirit, and willpower. It covers 26.2 miles (or 42.195 kilometers), which has become the ultimate challenge for long-distance runners. In the world of running, marathons hold a special place in many runners' and non-runners' hearts. Basic Marathon Facts A marathon is a long-distance running event ... More