With major money on the line, the Houston Half Marathon came down to a dramatic photo finish. Read the full article for Runner’s World.
How Much Is .04 Seconds Worth? For Conner Mantz, $22,000
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Conner Mantz Takes Down 18-Year-Old American Half Marathon Record
On a windy day at the Houston Half Marathon, Mantz crushed Ryan Hall’s legendary time from 2007. Read the full article for Runner’s World.
What It’s Like to Get a Breast Cancer Diagnosis While Training for the Olympics
Here’s how track prepared Marta Pen Freitas to face this new challenge. Read the full article for SELF.
A Miler and a Marathoner Are Getting Married. Here’s How They Meet in the Middle
Brian Shrader, one of the top Americans running this year’s Chicago Marathon, has a built-in training partner: his fiancée, Olympic Trials finalist Helen Schlachtenhaufen. Read the full article for Runner’s World.
The Path Out of Sport Isn’t Always Clear for Retiring Paralympians
Athletes have to navigate financial concerns, loss of identity, and a world that isn’t always welcoming to disabled workers. Read the full article for SELF.
What It’s Actually Like to Live in the Olympic Village, According to the Athletes
Coffee trucks, TSA-level security, a “gift shop on steroids,” and yep, a lot of parties. Read the full article for SELF.
What It’s Really Like to Sleep in the Olympic Village, According to the Actual Athletes
Yes, cardboard beds are a thing. So are parties. Read the full article for SELF.
Nikki Hiltz Takes the Olympic Trials 1500 Meters in a Trials Record
Emily Mackay was second and Elle St. Pierre was third in a super fast final. Read the full article for Runner’s World.
Weini Kelati Wins the Women’s 10,000 at the U.S. Olympic Trials
Parker Valby and Karissa Schweizer take second and third—but it isn’t certain they’ll make Team USA. Read the full article for Runner’s World.
Allie Ostrander Pursues Recovery, One Post at a Time
Her seventh-place finish in tonight’s steeplechase final proves the mental health advocate is stronger after publicly facing her eating disorder. Read the full article for Runner’s World.