Hey runners, today's newsletter is packed with the kind of stories that remind you how big, and how strange, the running world really is right now. We've got major business moves reshaping the shoe industry, including Brooks posting huge growth and Anta planting its flag in the U.S. Meanwhile, elite racing continues to deliver intrigue, from Femke Bol stepping up to the 800 to Jakob Ingebrigtsen's season being thrown into uncertainty after Achilles surgery. We also dive into what makes one of Europe's fastest runners tick, plus practical training and gear guidance on mileage, marathon prep, breaking in new shoes, and the mobility work that keeps runners healthy.
Brooks Running said it delivered record-breaking global growth in 2025, reporting a 16% increase in revenue compared with the previous year and extending its streak to nine consecutive years of growth, according to a company press release.
Andreas Almgren has become one of the most feared runners after setting European records in the 5,000m, 10,000m, and half marathon. In a detailed interview, Almgren offered look into how he trains and recovers.
The moment when your fresh box of brand new running shoes arrives is always an exciting one. It's likely you'll be tempted to slip them on immediately and go straight out for a run. Hold your horses, though… if you take the time to break them in first, you'll thank yourself later.
Our hip flexors help us kick, bend, jump, walk, and of course, run. They can give us trouble from either using them too muchor not using them enough, which is why our hip flexor stretches for runners are so important to include in your training program.
Anta, the Chinese sportswear company with more than 12,000 stores across China, will open its first flagship store in the United States later this month, choosing Beverly Hills for its American debut.
Ten runners are preparing to attempt what organizers are calling the world's highest marathon, a 42.2km descent from the summit of Ojos del Salado, the world's tallest volcano, on the Chile-Argentina border.
No matter where you are in your running journey, one question seems to come up again and again: "How many miles should I run a day?"It sounds simple—but the real answer can feel anything but.
Running a marathon is a mammoth task. With so much training and things to consider, it is easy to forget crucial things or be under-prepared in one element. In this post, we've boiled down the essential points required to run a marathon into six steps.
Jakob Ingebrigtsen, the Norwegian distance-running star and reigning Olympic 5,000m champion, has undergone surgery on a long-running Achilles injury, a setback that could sideline him for most of 2026.
Here are our best tips on how to run further without getting tired! All things to make your runs feel a lot easier that will help you get fitter and enjoy your running even more!
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