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One study shows that movement may decrease menstrual discomfort. Here’s why that could be true. There’s something about your period that can turn even the toughest ultrarunner among us into a cliché of a Cathy cartoon: lying on the sofa all day, crying at those ASPCA commercials and eating enough ice cream to trigger your […] Read the full article at Go With The Flow! Exercise May Reduce Period Pain on Women's Running . View Source

When I didn’t start running I moved to London in 2006 and, at the time, the only people I knew who lived here were my flatmate and a soon-to-be ex boyfriend.   I wanted to start running and I wanted to meet people. I remember looking in Loot, the free classifieds paper where you found new flats, old bikes and pretty much anything else. There was an advert for a walking group that met each week in Ealing where I lived. I wanted to find a running group but this was the closest there was (Ealing Eagles hadn’t been founded yet). I couldn’t run, so I thought maybe this would be a good idea.   13 years ago we didn’t have the internet at our fingertips. Phones were just starting to be able to browse very basic websites very slowly. Twitter didn’t exist and Facebook wasn’t a word I’d ever used. There was a phone number for more information about the group or the invitation to just turn up at the park on a Monday evening and join them.   Picking up the phone was far too scary...

The elite athlete and real estate agent shares eight pearls of wisdom from her experiences training (or not!) through it all. Two years ago, Sara Vaughn captured the attention and admiration of running fans across the country when she overtook six women in the final lap of the national championships 1500 meters to place third. […] Read the full article at Soon-To-Be a Mom of Four, Sara Vaughn Knows Running, Pregnancy, and Comebacks on Women's Running . View Source

In the third part of a three-part series, we discuss how to frame a training plan for the rookie triathlete. Read part one and part two. Congratulations on your decision to do this triathlon thing. You have the gear, maybe some goals, and now it’s time to think about your training. In simple terms, consistency […] Read the full article at Get Planning: How to Train for Your First Triathlon on Women's Running . View Source

The top 10 workout songs of March 2019 will put some spring in your step. It’s been a huge month for little guys. Among the top 10 songs of March, you’ll find a tiny trio of tunes from Lil Peep, Lil Pump, and Lil Wayne. Elsewhere on the club music front, you’ll find dance hits […] Read the full article at A Lil Song Playlist for Spring Fever Running on Women's Running . View Source

Officials say the permanent tributes to the victims of the 2013 Boston bombings will likely be complete this summer. This year the first time that the Boston Marathon will be held on the same date—April 15—as the anniversary of the 2013 bombings on Boylston Street. Although permanent memorials to the victims who died near the […] Read the full article at Boston Marathon Memorials are Works in Progress on Women's Running . View Source

She won’t be racing at the Boston Marathon this year, but the 2017 New York City champion still has pre-race nerves. On Monday, Shalane Flanagan was passing time in the Portland Airport on her way to the World Cross Country Championships in Denmark, where three of her Bowerman Track Club teammates will compete on Saturday […] Read the full article at Shalane Flanagan’s Spring Goals: Acing TV Commentary, Coaching, and Family on Women's Running . View Source

Marathon training weeks 11-14 Last Sunday I finished my run, had a shower and headed out for lunch with my family. I ordered a glass of Prosecco and toasted myself. I’d finished peak week of marathon training. I’d just run a 20 mile long run. I’d done the hard work, and that was worthy of celebrating.   I really had no idea how marathon training would go this time round. I came into it with an open mind and a flexible schedule. Making it through 13 weeks has been a massive achievement for me.   Previous recaps for weeks 1-6 , 7-10 . On paper my mileage hasn’t been what I’d hoped for back in December when I sketched out a plan: 33.5, 33, 37, 29 miles for the past four weeks. I started 14 weeks ago with a base level that was lower than I wanted because of an autumn of being ill. Add in a couple of missed runs and I wasn’t able to sensibly reach my target mileage.   But a lot of things have gone right. My weekly tempo/threshold sessions have felt more comfortable and (...

Listen to a lively podcast discussion with Erin Strout, our website editor, about women, running, and goals for bringing people together through improved coverage of the sport. Our website editor, Erin Strout, was the guest on the most recent edition of the weekly Morning Shakeout Podcast, hosted by Mario Fraioli. The Morning Shakeout companion newsletter, […] Read the full article at How Do We Build a Better Running Community? on Women's Running . View Source

Sometimes we need a little bit of time to contemplate our feelings about running. Here’s how to make you are the perfect match. You already know that running has a whole host of physical, mental and emotional benefits: It can make you fitter, stronger and happier, to name a few. But is it possible to […] Read the full article at Do You Have an Unhealthy Relationship With Running? on Women's Running . View Source

We’re taking the popular method to race shirts, medals, shoes, and gear. They can’t all spark joy. If you haven’t heard of Marie Kondo or the “KonMari method,” you’re probably logging way too many miles. Kondo is the author The Life-Changing Magic of Tidying Up: The Japanese Art of Decluttering and Organizing, but more recently […] Read the full article at 5 Steps to De-Cluttering Your Running Life, Marie Kondo-Style on Women's Running . View Source

Emma Abrahamson didn’t get her first period until age 22, after she stopped training. She wants other young women and girls to learn from her story. By the time Emma Abrahamson graduated from the University of Oregon in March 2018, she had been running competitively for 11 years—three of them as a Duck, representing one […] Read the full article at A Top College Runner Opens Up About Her Struggle With Amenorrhea on Women's Running . View Source

Marathon number 17 – keeping going [Ad] This post is sponsored by Arla Protein. We’re only a few weeks out from Manchester Marathon and I’ve been comparing my training logs of previous races. My training is nowhere near the mileage it was before Edinburgh Marathon in 2016, it can’t be right now because I don’t have the same amount of time to commit to it. My current mileage doesn’t include massive long runs (I’ve done one 18 miler so far), but it does include four runs a week and weekly mileage of 30+ per week for the past month. I’m doing what I can, when I can. When I looked back at other races I’ve run, the mileage before some of them isn’t as high as I remember it being. In fact going into a 80km ultra marathon in 2015, my mileage wasn’t that different to what it is right now. Somehow I’d gone into that race brimming with confidence and that inner strength saw me through. Looking at my splits from the race, the last 6 miles were all under 10:00 /mile with one mile at 8:45 . T...

This month, Women’s Running experts chime in on how far to run during the buildup to goal races, why consistency in training is important, and how to keep those hamstrings happy. How long should my longest run be before a goal race? When building up for races—no matter the distance—it’s important to incorporate a long run. This […] Read the full article at Ask the Experts: Longs Runs and Healthy Hamstrings on Women's Running . View Source

The World Marathon Majors aren’t just for the pros. If you’ve got a fresh pair of sneakers and a valid passport, you can run them all. Here’s how. Boston, New York, Berlin, London, Chicago, Tokyo: They’re not just exciting cities—they’re home to the world’s biggest, most prestigious marathons. Together, the races comprise the World Marathon […] Read the full article at Become a Six-Star Marathoner While Traveling the World on Women's Running . View Source

Seafood has a lot going for it nutritionally, which is why the running crowd should serve up these gifts of the sea more often. These recipes will help you get hooked on the most nutritious and sustainable gems from the fishmonger. Salmon Tacos with Orange Salsa Buttery salmon is swimming in omega-3 fats to make […] Read the full article at Weeknight Winners: Easy Seafood Dishes on Women's Running . View Source

We downed more than four dozen new gels, bars and drinks to find our favorite 15 based on taste, texture and function. The one thing we learned: There is no end to sports foods’ inventiveness. Get ready for an elevated culinary experience in tiny packaging. GELS Gu Energy Labs Hoppy Trails Energy Gel The newest flavor of […] Read the full article at Fuel Up With Our Pick of the Best 2019 Gels, Bars, and Drinks for Runners on Women's Running . View Source

Tame temperature swings with some arm candy. Pocket them when it’s hot, pop ’em on when it’s chilly. Our top editor-tested picks. PHONE-FRIENDLY Lululemon In a Flash Arm Warmers With a built-in phone pocket, these can serve double duty as a layer of warmth and a phone holder. We also enjoyed the added coverage from […] Read the full article at Arm Warmers: Essential Spring Gear for Runners on Women's Running . View Source

She’s lining up at the 2019 Boston Marathon to mark the 40th anniversary of her first victory on Boylston Street. Read the full article at When Joan Benoit Samuelson Runs, We Have Countless Reasons to Cheer (But Here Are 3 of Them) on Women's Running . View Source

At 32, the three-time Olympic track star says she’s more passionate about running than ever. Needless to say, she knows a thing or two about staying focused and in love with the sport for the long haul. Here, she shares her secrets to success when it comes to getting older, wiser—and faster. It’s a Thursday […] Read the full article at The Evolution of Jenny Simpson on Women's Running . View Source

Esther Atkins is competing at the 2020 event as an athlete and a coach—to her husband. So far, 285 American women have qualified for the 2020 Olympic Marathon Trials. Among them is one competitor who will have more on her mind than her own performance—Esther Atkins is coaching her husband, Cole, to the prestigious starting […] Read the full article at Tough Love on the Way to the Olympic Marathon Trials on Women's Running . View Source

This is a back-to-basics refresher course for runners on how to make the racing experience better for everybody. Always review the course map—even if you’ve done the race a million times, there may be changes to the route. Be on time. Carry a spare gel or two, just in case aid stations run out. Ditch […] Read the full article at Mind Your Manners! Learn the ABCs of Race Safety and Etiquette on Women's Running . View Source

In part two of a series, learn about the equipment you’ll need to try multisport events. Missed part one? Read it here. So, you’ve made the decision to try events that include swimming, cycling, and running. Now it’s time to consider the gear you’ll need to complete your goal. Don’t run away, yet. Gear talk […] Read the full article at Don’t Get Spooked by the Gear: Runners Can Become Triathletes on Women's Running . View Source

Don’t be afraid—discomfort might seem like your worst enemy, but it can actually be your greatest ally. Running and pain typically go hand in hand. Many people abandon or avoid running altogether for this very reason. But pain isn’t something to fear. In fact, pain can be a good thing (up to a point). Unlike […] Read the full article at Hurts So Good? Know What Kind of Pain You’re Feeling on the Run on Women's Running . View Source

In America’s speediest kitchens, the carbs are made from scratch and shared with love. What do Molly Huddle, Emma Coburn, Aliphine Tuliamuk, and Colleen Quigley have in common—besides a combined 44 national titles, a couple of Olympic teams, and a few American records? They’re all aces in the kitchen. When it comes to high-quality nourishment, […] Read the full article at These Pro Runners Will Bake You a Cake (or Loaf of Bread) as Fast as They Can on Women's Running . View Source

The reigning Boston Marathon champion is ready to race on Sunday, not just tune up. Desiree Linden continues to shake up her routine on the way to defending her Boston Marathon title. On Sunday at the NYC Half, the two-time Olympian is looking to compete at the front—straying from how she’s approached the race in […] Read the full article at A “Different Des” Will Line Up at the NYC Half Marathon on Women's Running . View Source

Nutritionist Rachel Davis, who will be racing the Boston Marathon this year, practices what she preaches when it comes to eating for performance. We liked nutritionist Rachel Davis right away for those three little words every runner wants to hear: “Eat the pizza.” “Here’s the thing,” Davis says. “There are no ‘bad’ or ‘off-limits’ foods. […] Read the full article at “Eat the Pizza” and Other Fueling Wisdom for Distance Runners on Women's Running . View Source

This post is in partnership with Arla. I was asked by Arla Protein to share how I ‘keep going and keep growing’ to achieve my goals. And I immediately thought of my Boston Marathon goal. I got a bit of… The post Finding the Motivation to Keep Training… appeared first on The Runner Beans . View Source

Wow, it’s been a while since my last blog post. I’ve got a ton of ideas of blogs I want to write, but haven’t had the time or willpower to sit down and do them. But now I’m here in… The post Life Lately…March 2019 appeared first on The Runner Beans . View Source

Fine-tune your electrolyte needs for your next race. Electrolytes, like sodium, potassium, calcium and magnesium, are electrically charged particles which, when dissolved in water, produce charged ions. These ions permit the flow of electrical signals throughout the body. Electrolytes own many roles, such as helping to maintain fluid balance, heart rhythm and the functioning of […] Read the full article at How Much Do You Need to Hydrate to Go the Distance? on Women's Running . View Source

We still have a long way to go in the name of gender equality, but here are three ways the sport is making progress. In many ways, running is a place where men and woman today experience more equality than many other sports and professions. But of course it wasn’t (and still isn’t) always that […] Read the full article at What Runners Should Celebrate on International Women’s Day on Women's Running . View Source

Get excited for the spring racing season by injecting speed training into your routine today. Spring is (finally) around the corner. For runners, this usually means one thing: the start of a new racing season. If you haven’t already started incorporating speed training into your regimen, now is the time. But even if you don’t […] Read the full article at Spring Training? Use These 5 Simple Workouts to Get Faster Now on Women's Running . View Source

When the professional fields line up on April 15 at the 2019 Boston Marathon, more women will have a shot at competing at the highest level—and fewer men will qualify for prize money. Beginning this year, the Boston Athletic Association will accept entries to the professional women’s-only race based on a qualifying time of 2:45 […] Read the full article at After 2018 Controversy, New Rules for Boston Marathon Prize Money on Women's Running . View Source

April 28, 2019 The Silo District Marathon is an annual 5K, Half Marathon, and Marathon race hosted by Magnolia and held in Waco, Texas! Just a few perks you can look forward to: This USATF-certified race is a Boston Marathon qualifier All race profits will be donated to the fight against cancer There will be […] Read the full article at Race at the Silo District Marathon on Women's Running . View Source

A quirky Q&A with the 2016 Olympian (and national champ miler!) on injuries, racing her friends, and the magic of french braids. Read the full article at What Gets Mile Champ Colleen Quigley Pumped to Race on Women's Running . View Source

When Katie Arnold runs at elevations exceeding 10,000 feet near her home in Santa Fe, N.M., the scenery reminds her to “make the most of the time we have here.” After her father’s death in 2010, Arnold turned to running to process her grief. Years later, what began as a passion for nature and fitness […] Read the full article at Grief Inspired Her To Run. Now She’s Leadville’s Reigning Champ. on Women's Running . View Source

Her husband said it was crazy, which is exactly why she did it. In February of 2004, Della Works boarded a Russian research ship and set sail for Antarctica. At 69 years old, Works was the oldest in a group of runners tackling 26.2 miles on the world’s southernmost continent. “My husband was reading The […] Read the full article at Racing After Age 80? It’s Just Another Day For Della Works. on Women's Running . View Source

This Presidents Day, 12 elite women toed the line at the Pacific Pursuit 10K in San Diego, Calif. Matching athletes from respected teams like Northern Arizona Elite in Flagstaff, Ariz. with those from Hansons Brooks Distance Project in Detroit, Mich., this competition was originally created as an early 2016 Olympic Trials qualifier by the NorCal […] Read the full article at Aspiring Elites Are Banding Together To Meet Tougher Time Standards  on Women's Running . View Source

Four miles into her 10-mile long run, Seattle runner Kelly Herron made a seemingly harmless decision. It was a Sunday afternoon in March of 2017 when she stopped mid-run to use the bathroom in Golden Gardens Park. As Herron dried her hands, Arizona registered sex offender Gary Steiner emerged from a stall, attacked her from […] Read the full article at Kelly Herron’s Enduring Fight For Female Empowerment on Women's Running . View Source