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Western States 100 2026: Bouillard and Lichter Win
Vincent Bouillard and Jenn Lichter win the 2026 Western States 100, claiming titles in one of the deepest elite fields the race has seen in years.
Michael Norman Runs Sub-45 400m at Sound Running Fest
Michael Norman clocked 44.94 at the Sound Running LA Track Fest on June 28, his first sub-45 since Paris 2024, staying undefeated in open 400m races through 2026.
Masai Russell Shatters Her Own American Record in 100mH
Masai Russell ran 12.14 at the Xiamen Diamond League on June 28, breaking her own American Record while setting the World Lead, personal best, Meet Record, and Diamond League Record in one race.
Running in Summer Heat: What the Science Actually Says About Heat and Performance
The physiology of running in summer heat: cardiac drift, 10-15% performance loss, 10-14 day acclimatization, electrolyte hydration. What the science actually says.
Abbey Caldwell Wins 1500m at Xiamen Diamond League
Abbey Caldwell won the women's 1500m at the Xiamen Diamond League in 3:57.26, announcing herself as a genuine contender on the 2026 circuit.
Western States 100 2026: The Race Starts Tomorrow
Ultra Running: The Week's Biggest News You Need to Know
Ultra running's biggest week: Western States 100 build-up, Comrades ripple effects, grassroots growth, and athlete health trends shaping the sport's summer season.
What 69 Studies Say About Your Heart After a Marathon
A meta-analysis of 69 studies reveals what actually happens to your heart after 42.2km, and when the stress becomes a real concern.
London Marathon 2027 Goes Two Days for 100,000 Runners
The London Marathon goes two days in 2027, hosting 100,000 runners across April 24–25 to become the world's largest marathon weekend.
Olympian Jenny Simpson Released After Cardiac Arrest
Olympic 1500m champion Jenny Simpson suffered a cardiac arrest and has been released from hospital, raising urgent questions about cardiac screening for runners at all levels.
Western States 100 2026: Elite Field Breakdown 12 Days Out
12 days out from the June 28 start, the elite field breakdown for Western States 100 2026. Tyler Green, Vincent Bouillard, Courtney Dauwalter, Megan Roche — and what the above-average Sierra snowpack changes.
Parker Valby Runs 14:49 5K PB: What It Means
Parker Valby ran 14:49.41 to set a 5K personal best at the Sound event, placing her among the fastest American women in history.
Why Your Stride Shortens in the Last 10K of a Marathon
New marathon research shows stride length drops 5–10% in the final 10K as muscles fatigue, while cadence holds steady. Here's what that means for your training and pacing.
Marathon Season 2026: Mid-Year Performance Roundup
Spring 2026 marathon season roundup: women's world record broken at 2:09:56, five Americans under 2:08, Alexander Mutiso leads the men's world list. The numbers from the fastest marathon season in years.
Comrades 2026: Kusche Smashes Record, Steyn Makes History with Fifth Title
George Kusche ran 5:15:56 to shatter the Comrades 2026 up-run record by 9 minutes. Gerda Steyn won her fifth title and broke her own record again. Full results and analysis.
Comrades 2026: Kusche and Steyn Rewrite History
George Kusche broke the men's Comrades Up Run record in 5:15:56, while Gerda Steyn claimed a historic fifth title. Full results and analysis inside.
Cape Town Becomes the 8th World Marathon Major
The Sanlam Cape Town Marathon is officially the 8th Abbott World Marathon Major, making it the first race on African soil in the series, starting in 2027.
European Off-Road Running Champs 2026: Results
Morven Goodrum (GB) won the women's uphill at the 2026 European Off-Road Running Championships on her international debut. Frédéric Tranchand took the men's long-distance title for France.
Comrades Marathon 2026: The 85km Up Run
Today in Durban, 21,000 runners take on 85.777km of the Comrades Marathon 2026. Gerda Steyn is chasing a fifth historic title on the Durban-to-Pietermaritzburg up run.
Running Cadence: How to Actually Improve It
The ideal running cadence isn't 180 steps per minute for everyone. Here's what science actually says, why overstriding is the real issue, and how to improve yours in 8 weeks.
Why Women May Have the Edge in Ultramarathons
Rachel Entrekin's overall win at the Cocodona 250 highlights emerging research showing highly trained women may outlast men in ultra-endurance events.
Western States 100 Men's Field: Who to Watch
The 2026 Western States 100 men's field is stacked. Here's a breakdown of the top contenders, key tactical matchups, and the decisions that will decide the race.
Western States 100 2026: Walmsley Returns, Elite Field Preview, and Everything You Need to Know
Jim Walmsley is back at Western States 100 on June 28, 2026, with a fourth win in his sights. Courtney Dauwalter enters the women's field. Here's everything you need to know.
What a Marathon Really Does to Your Heart
A June 2026 BMJ study found marathon running causes acute cardiac changes that vary by age, sex, and training level. Here's what runners need to know.