Runners Aren’t Getting Faster. So Why Is It Harder Than Ever to Qualify for Boston?
Our data analyst and BQ expert explains how this year’s 5:17 cutoff could have been even bigger—and what exactly to expect for 2028.
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8 Inspiring Moments From the Chicago Marathon That Every Runner Can Learn From
Watching a marathon is the best cure for a running—or life—rut, and Chicago delivered.
You Can Only Do So Much in the Four Walls of a Convention Center.” The Marathon Expo As We Knew it Is Dead.
As title sponsors edge out competitors on the floor, operating costs go up, and runners connect with brands on social media, the expo is trying to find new footing.
Running the Chicago Marathon? Here's What the Pros Know That You Don't.
Chicago is famously flat and fast. But carpeted bridges, GPS glitches, and race-day adrenaline can throw off even experienced runners. Deena Kastor and Susanna Sullivan share how to prepare.
"I Was Really Scared of the Marathon": Emma Grace Just Ran the Fastest American Women’s Marathon Debut
Top runner Emma Grace Hurley was relentless in her 26.2 debut. Here's what she had to say before the 2026 Chicago Marathon.
We Put 600+ Miles on These Six Running Shoes from Brands You’ve Never Heard Of. Here’s Why You Shouldn’t Overlook Them.
These new models from little-known running shoe brands offer state-of-the-art rides, often at bargain prices.
I'm an Oregon Runner. This Is Exactly How I'd Spend a Weekend in Eugene.
Soft-surface trails, sports history, and a 1977 pizza joint covered in running memorabilia. Your TrackTown itinerary starts here.
I've Been Lifting and Running for 10 Years. Here's the Weekly Schedule That Finally Works.
A 6'5", 215-pound runner who has lifted and run side by side for a decade shares the weekly plan that works, with input from a physical therapist and a running coach.
The Start-Line Wait Is Part of the Race. Here’s How to Get It Right.
Coaches and dietitians share what runners need to know before a long morning of waiting around before the start.
Stay in a Treehouse, Eat S'mores, Run for Days—These Glamping Getaways Are Perfect for Runners
Our travel writer shares 10 cozy stays that pair memorable miles with fireside nights and post-run comforts.