Rena Elmer, a former steeplechaser who’s had two kids since running the 2020 Olympic Marathon Trials, placed seventh at Grandma’s Marathon. Read the full article for Runner’s World.
41-Year-Old Mom of 11 Runs 2:35 Marathon in Duluth
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Elle St. Pierre’s Track Brilliance, Explained
With her racing sense and lethal kick, she’s poised to shine at the Olympic Trials. Read the full article for Runner’s World.
How Katie Ledecky Is Defining Success for Paris 2024
The decorated swimmer and author of a new memoir tells SELF what motivates her to gold. Read the full article for SELF.
9 Ways Top Masters Marathoners Stay Fast After Age 50
Here’s how they avoid the comparison trap and injury setbacks to dominate their age groups. Read the full article for Runner’s World.
How 4 Pro Athletes Balance Parenthood With Big Olympic and Paralympic Dreams
A solid base of support is key—along with the confidence to tap into it for what you need. Read the full article for SELF.
In a High-Stakes Year, Elise Cranny Goes Bold
She’s left two prestigious training groups to collaborate with a new coach and take a more daring approach to her future. Read the full article for Runner’s World.
We Asked a Psychologist Why So Many Average Men Think They Can Beat a Top Female Athlete in Her Sport
Because far too many of them actually think they can score a point off Serena Williams. Read the full article for SELF.
The Benefits of Weightlifting for Women, According to Pro Runners
A new book looks at the history of women and physical strength, including rule-breakers whose examples inspired today’s pro athletes. Here’s what we can learn about lifting from those pros. Read the full article in Runner’s World.
Sara Hall Finishes 15th at the 2024 Boston Marathon
On her 41st birthday, the veteran marathoner placed second American—and raised funds for women in Ethiopia. Read the full article for Runner’s World.
Emma Bates Repeats as Top American at 2024 Boston Marathon
Her time was 5 minutes slower than last year, but coming off injury, she’s counting it as a victory. Read the full article for Runner’s World.