For her 102nd marathon, Leesa Drake proves how strong you can be when facing life-changing obstacles. Read the full article for Runner’s World.
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A House Fire Burned 60% of His Body. Two Years Later, He’s Making His Marathon Debut at Chicago
Severe burns left him in a medically-induced coma. Now, Beau Zanca will run 26.2 miles through the city he calls home. Read the full article for Runner’s World.
Joan Benoit Samuelson Returns to Chicago Eyeing Another Record
After several setbacks, the Olympic gold medalist and previous Chicago champ, 61, plans to dominate her new age group. Read the full article for Runner’s World.
Chicago’s Marathon Whisperer Takes on Her 100th 26.2
Runner, coach, and new author Denise Sauriol has words of wisdom for those running their first race. Read the full article for Chicago Magazine.
What It’s Like to Run Again After a Mastectomy
The physical and mental side effects could sidetrack your routine, but they don’t have to stand in the way of your long-term goals. Read the full article for Runner’s World.
What Will Climate Change Mean for Your Favorite Marathon?
From surging waters in the Southeast to wildfires in the West, here’s how a warming planet affects your racing. Read the full article for Runner’s World.
Injured and Can’t Run? This App Can Help You Continue Training for Your Race
When you can’t pound the pavement, log your miles in the pool instead. Read the full article for Runner’s World.
Jordan Hasay Aims for the Race She Was Born to Run
In this episode of #WeGotGoals, listen to professional distance runner Jordan Hasay on how she handles injuries and other obstacles, the value she places on rest and recovery, what she cooks for dinner, and how much she can deadlift (hint: WAY more than you’d think for a marathon runner). Listen on aSweatLife.com.
Galen Rupp on His Public Image: “I’m Naturally a Shy Person”
In a frank interview, the marathoner talks about his training, the Cubs, post-race karaoke, and why people find him aloof. Read the full article for Runner’s World.
5 Things I Learned from This Year’s Boston Marathon—and a Past Champion
Sure, it’s now been more than a month, but I know I’ll be talking about this year’s Boston Marathon for the rest of my life. And, I had the chance to discuss it with 1968 champion Amby Burfoot, too. Read the full post for aSweatLife.com.