navigationDoctor Saves Woman’s Life at NYC Marathon, Then Finishes His Race
Amby Burfoot: The Yin-Yang of Fast Marathons
Q&A with Abraham Kiptum. Smashed the half marathon world record in his sub two shoes. Reveals training program.
NYT: How Emotions Can Affect the Heart
Marathoning in Venice. …No, not global warming or God’s wrath. Founded 421 in the Venetian Lagoon, it continues to have issues. …Marathoning on a flow track?
Why Everyone Cries on Marathon Day
NYC Marathon photos.
A recent study of Spartathlon runners showed that just after the race, their blood samples – which looked similar to those of people close to death – returned to normal within days. More
Life span has little to do with genes
“If Eugene is this place where there are world-class sporting events, there’s no reason it couldn’t be a place for world-class art…” 20×21 Eug Mural Project
Frohnmayer: ‘University of Nike’ exploits my family’s tragedy to support a false narrative
Best Social Media Moments During the NYC Marathon
Running a marathon proves age is nothing but a number …And red pee is nothing but two words, six letters in all. NBD.
Dear Younger Me: Anna Rohrer …Good advice. Rohrer is only 21.
Video: UO track & field coach Robert Johnson on the construction at Hayward Field
Finally, and I know you were waiting for this: Obituary of James J. ‘Whitey’ Bulger
Like: How to Run a Marathon Faster as You Get Older. …Whatever we’re doing, we probably need to do it faster.
Alysia Montano speaks out on the ever-present doping scandal in track & field. Here.
Don’t miss: An Aging Marathoner Tries to Run Fast After 40 …It’s not just about the marathon. …Time for red pee?
Do You Even Lift, Grandma? Why Older Adults Should Be Making Gains. It’s More Than Just Bro Science
Congrats to the West Ranch boys and the Saugus girls. Foothill Finals Results. Hat tip to Paul Broneer. …Signal story.
Is Your Favorite National Park On This List of Volcano Hot Spots? …We really like Crater Lake, but… How can you decide on a favorite, there being so many that are so precious? And even more that we’ve yet to experience?
What Do We Know About Healthy Aging?
The Wrestler, the Philosopher, and the Amazing Pull-Up Chase
More about the philosopher. A runner! … Philosophize this: “My favorite workout is 400m repeats on the track with a 200m recovery jog. When I’m at my best, I run about 10-12 of them at under 75 seconds/lap.”
Maryland fires coach DJ Durkin day after reinstatement. …Finally. So many coaches get so much money, and… Have you ever known, or even heard of an experienced distance coach who abused his/her charges, just jerks? Probably not as runners would never tolerate it. We love our sport, but not to death.
Science sez: Growing Up Surrounded by Books Has a Lasting Positive Effect on the Brain
Busybodies seeking to avoid Olympic marathon deaths
Check out the November Oregon Track Club Newsletter, especially our Q&A with Janet and Tom Heinonen
Where Training for the NYC Marathon Is a Reality Show
Remembering Miki Gorman, first American woman to win the NYC Marathon
3% of children hit daily activity target
Alex Hutchinson: Don’t Think Too Hard About Your Running Form. …But there are some important caveats.
What about any over-the-counter supplements? …Beware self-medication.
On motivation. Maintaining Momentum.
Dear Running: I’ve Learned To Embrace Every Moment
On grit. Can Stephanie Bruce Seize Another Breakthrough Performance at the NYC Marathon?
‘The Arm’: A Story Of Anti-Soviet Protest From The 1980 Olympics