Newsletter #745: Wednesday, 25th February 2026
Hey runners, today's newsletter captures running at every level, from the mountains to the lab to the cultural crossfire.
Zara's move into trail running has sparked a real debate about authenticity and sustainability, while Kilian Jornet's return to UTMB sets up a historic chase for a fifth title.
We also dive into the training side, from raising your lactate threshold and testing your VO₂ max at home to building confidence with a walk-to-run plan and understanding why the scale doesn't always move the way you expect.
There's a powerful story on how running helps Ginger Zee manage depression, a look at what happens when an athlete tries to outrun doping control, and new research suggesting we may have misunderstood what really causes "the wall" in the marathon.
| | Jessy Carveth Senior News Editor, Marathon Handbook |
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