So many of us start the new year fired up with fresh goals and big motivation… and then real life hits, the excitement fades, and those resolutions can slip fast.
Today's newsletter is all about the tools that can keep you committed when motivation dips, how to build consistency, and stay engaged in your training. (Plus a few big updates from the running world).
Why consistency is the secret weapon of every successful runner: Why showing up week after week matters more than talent or perfect workouts, and how to make consistency stick.
How to improve your chances of getting into UTMB: A new initiative could quietly boost your UTMB lottery odds, and it all comes down to how you travel to the race.
11 running motivation hacks to keep your training on track: My coach-tested strategies to help you stay engaged, and disciplined long after New Year motivation fades.
DSM-Firmenich becomes the new title sponsor of the former NN Running Team: One of elite running's most influential teams enters a new era with a major sponsorship change.
How to run a sub-3-hour marathon: What it really takes to break three hours, and our free, structured plan to help you chase the goal.
William Goodge applies for 2026 Badwater 135 amid Mission America ambitions: Running 50 marathons in 20 days is one thing... this race is a whole new ballgame.
The 8 BIGGEST MISTAKES new runners make (and how to avoid them!): The most common early training missteps and simple coaching fixes to help you build smarter habits from day one.
Happy running! 🏃🏻♀️⭐
Katelyn Tocci Managing Editor Head Coach
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Today we're piloting something new. The Running Story is a weekly podcast that drops Mondays, where Michael Doyle and news editor Jessy Carveth break down the most important stories in running from the past week. hort, focused, and under 30 minutes — it's designed to get you caught up fast on the stories runners are already talking about. This inaugural episode is live now, and we'd love your feedback as we test the format. In this episode: "Jeans Guy" wants to run the Olympic Trials, a controversial trackie hits the trails, a 100-miler with a walker, and Kipchoge's running squad gets a rebrand.
A new year brings fresh goals, but keeping those running resolutions alive past January isn't always easy.
If your motivation tends to fade once the initial excitement wears off, my list offers simple, practical ways to stay engaged, consistent, and excited about training.
Consider it a reset to help you keep showing up and make this the year your running actually sticks.
Getting into UTMB just got a little more interesting. A new initiative could quietly improve your odds of securing a coveted spot if you're willing to rethink how you get to the start line.
Here's what runners need to know about the change that's sparking conversation across the trail world.
One of elite running's most recognizable squads is entering a new era with a major rebrand that signals a shift in sponsorship at the very top of the sport.
NN is stepping back from the title spot, and a new name is taking its place starting January 1, 2026.
Here's what changed, why it matters, and what stays the same behind the scenes.
William Goodge's already-packed 2026 plans may be getting even bolder.
The British runner has quietly applied for one of the toughest and most tightly controlled ultra races in the world—a move that raises big questions about how it fits with his other headline-grabbing goals.
Whether he earns a spot or not, it's a development worth paying attention to.
Ready to kick off the new year with a big running goal, but not sure where to start? 🏃♀️✨
Meet Katelyn, our UESCA-certified running coach with over a decade of experience guiding runners of all levels—whether you're chasing your first 5K, aiming for a marathon time goal, or lining up for an ultra. The start of a new year is the perfect time to set a bold goal and build a smart plan to reach it. As a passionate ultra-runner herself, Katelyn understands the highs, lows, and everything in between. She'll create a training plan tailored to you—your fitness, your schedule, and your ambitions. With unlimited messaging, ongoing feedback, and twice-monthly video check-ins, you'll have the guidance and support to stay consistent all year long. Your next breakthrough starts now—let's make this your strongest year yet. 💪🏼
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