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.
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Miss USA, an Army Officer, Has a New Mission: The Chicago Marathon
Alma Cooper will compete in Miss Universe next month—but first, she’ll run 26.2 miles to raise money to end gender-based violence. Read the full article for Runner’s World.
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.
41-Year-Old Mom of 11 Runs 2:35 Marathon in Duluth
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.