1+ day, 23+ hour ago  (542+ words) One fall afternoon, three years ago, I stood near a trail by my son's cross country practice, stretching longer than I needed to. Two dads I had met a few times, Matt and Daniel, were heading out for a run....

1+ day, 13+ hour ago  (492+ words) Jack Fultz didn't show up to the 1976 Boston Marathon focused on winning. He wanted to qualify for the U. S. Olympic trials that were six weeks away. "Interestingly enough, that turned [competitors], in my mind, into my allies. The faster they were…...

2+ mon, 1+ week ago  (77+ words) WBUR Rucking, or walking with weight on your back, is an exceedingly practical fitness trend that might stick around. Here & Now's Indira Lakshmanan talks with Michael Easter, the author of the forthcoming book "Walk With Weight: The Definitive Guide to…...

9+ mon, 23+ hour ago  (403+ words) Don't joke!" I scold him, before the whistle blows, and we're off. As I run, I repeat my list of priorities like a mantra: 1. don't get injured 2. enjoy the race 3. don't get lost in the woods 4. complete the triathlon. These…...