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She came back to running after a decade away from the sport. A full-time nurse and mother of three boys, she is still making marathon dreams come true. Read the full article at Truly Faster as a Master: Roberta Groner, 41, Makes U.S. World Championships Marathon Team on Women's Running . View Source

Self-defense strategies are not new conversation amongst female runners. Over the past few years, safety while running has been a major hot-button topic. So when Los Angeles-based writer Amanda Deibert posed a question on Twitter Wednesday afternoon what other women do to stay safe, it wasn’t all that surprising that the tweet went viral. “One […] Read the full article at Sound Off: Female Runners Share Their Self-Defense Strategies on Women's Running . View Source

A lot of people carb loading drastically on the two days prior to a marathon, often leaving them feeling heavy, bloated and less than eager to run. However, by sticking to normal/light meals and eating a little more regularly –… The post What I Ate the Week Before the Marathon appeared first on The Runner Beans . View Source

Julia Hawkins insists we should all try new things. She would know—she started running at 100 and became an age-group ace by 101. Read the full article at 7 Pearls of Wisdom From a 103-Year-Old World Record Holder on Women's Running . View Source

Runners make common mistakes when it comes to keeping their feet healthy for the long run. Read the full article at How Runners Can Keep Their Feet Happy on Women's Running . View Source

The two-time Olympic champion cites human rights in her refusal to take testosterone-lowering drugs to compete in certain events. Read the full article at Caster Semenya Appeals to Swiss Supreme Court on Testosterone Decision on Women's Running . View Source

Everybody is hitting the road during the next few months, whether on a tour bus or to log a few miles of training by foot. Read the full article at 10 Running Songs from the Hottest Tours This Summer on Women's Running . View Source

Do you have “PR shorts” or “speed workout bras” that you swear make you faster? Your running clothes just might play a role in your performance. Read the full article at What Are You Wearing? Fashion Plays an Important Running Function on Women's Running . View Source

I don’t even know where to begin with the emotions with this one. It’s Sunday night and I’m feeling sad, annoyed, disappointed, happy, proud, and determined. Sad that I didn’t get the BQ or have the race I wanted. Annoyed… The post Edinburgh Marathon 2019 Race Recap appeared first on The Runner Beans . View Source

The Impala Racing Team picked U.S. Supreme Court Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg to honor at the 2019 Bay to Breakers event. Read the full article at The Notorious RBG Had a Big Presence at a San Francisco Race on Women's Running . View Source

After my total freak out on Instagram on Tuesday, I’m feeling in a much better place ahead of Sunday’s race. I have had so many messages from runners who have taken part in the full marathon over the years, describing… The post My Thoughts on the Upcoming Edinburgh Marathon appeared first on The Runner Beans . View Source

Patricia Lorquet could barely finish a mile when she discovered that a beginner running program for teen girls could lead to big opportunities. Read the full article at A Breathless Mile Leads to More, Then a College Scholarship on Women's Running . View Source

5 Reasons You’re Not Running Faster You’re running too fast For distance runners (that’s you if you’re training for anything from a 5k to a marathon or beyond) you’re training for endurance. You need good aerobic fitness. In order to train your body to go faster in your aerobic zone, you need to slow right down in your training runs. Slow or ‘easy’ runs are a commonly misunderstood element of training. They’re the part of the plan that some runners get wrong by ignoring the pace or perceived effort level they’ve been told to run at and they don’t get the full benefits. More on that here. You’re running too slow I know right, point two and I’m already contradicting myself. Well, not really. If you run slower on easy days, you’ll be able to run faster on harder days. Interval training takes practice, and while some runners are still guilty of doing some of their speed workouts too fast, there’s another group that’s nervous to push themselves. I get it, running fast isn’t comfortab...

The three-time Hardrock 100 champ uses running as a ‘mode of exploration’ in the midst of her busy schedule. Read the full article at Darcy Piceu is a Therapist, Mom, and Remains an Ultra Explorer, Too on Women's Running . View Source

Meet Hillary Allen, gravel cyclist Nearly two years ago, ultrarunner Hillary Allen fell off a cliff, breaking 12 bones and tearing a ligament in her right foot. Doctors said she’d never run again, but Hillary proved them wrong. Now the endurance phenom has paired up with Skratch Labs to  tackle a new sport in her […] Read the full article at Hillary Allen Is Starting From Scratch: Part Two on Women's Running . View Source

I didn’t decide to write this post until I’d nearly finished the day, but at 10.15pm whilst walking the dogs at the house I nanny, I realised that days like this are more common than not. Days where there are… The post Day in the Life: May 2019 appeared first on The Runner Beans . View Source

These stars broke free from their bands, so listen to their songs when you're going solo. Read the full article at Running Alone? These Songs By Solo Artists Will Keep You Company on Women's Running . View Source

Adva Cohen came to the U.S. to go to college and run fast. Now she's setting national records and chasing Olympic goals. Read the full article at From Israel to Iowa to the University of New Mexico, an Unlikely Path for a Steeple Star on Women's Running . View Source

‘This is probably the coolest half marathon in the UK…look around’ So many trendy East-London runners (man buns, beards, cool piercings and pink hair). I ran the 5.5K in 2017 with Tom (read the race recap here) and in all honesty,… The post Hackney Half Marathon 2019 Race Recap appeared first on The Runner Beans . View Source

This challenge is all about balance exercises. The task is to walk from one end of a narrow surface to the other without looking down, walk backward to the starting point, then finally walk to the middle of your imaginary “balance beam,” squat down as low as you can, and rise back up to standing. […] Read the full article at Improve Your Balance With These Moves on Women's Running . View Source

The birth of her daughter was “the two most terrifying days of my life,” the gold medalist said while speaking to the House Ways and Means Committee. Read the full article at Allyson Felix Just Testified on Capitol Hill About Maternal Health and Mortality on Women's Running . View Source

Some songs you won't find on the pop charts, but they can still move you. Here are a few off-beat options for your next playlist. Read the full article at Off the Charts: Songs for Running You Can’t Find on the Top 40 on Women's Running . View Source

The Boston Athletic Association released its registration dates for the April 20, 2020 race. Get that BQ and mark your calendars. Read the full article at Ready to Make Your 2020 Boston Marathon Dreams Come True? Here’s How on Women's Running . View Source

Making these stir-fry recipes for dinner is an easy way to whip up nutritious meals without spending a lot of time in the kitchen. Read the full article at Stir Up These Wok Stars for Easy Weeknight Dinners on Women's Running . View Source

Molly Bookmyer survived brain surgery—twice. Then her husband beat cancer. Now she’s rising through the ranks on her way to the 2020 Olympic Marathon Trials. Read the full article at “I Never Thought I Would Get This Fast or Be This Healthy Again” on Women's Running . View Source

Summer of Speed – a faster 5k and 10k Last weekend I ran the Regent’s Park 10k. It’s one of my favourite races, partly because it’s held every month throughout the year, so I know that I can turn up when I think I’m in good shape and I want to have a crack at racing a 10k. I wanted to see how my recent marathon training had translated to my 10k time. So that’s what I did. I turned up, took a deep breath and ran as fast as I could. Because this summer I want to work on my 10k time, and the first step was to see where I am right now. If you want to join me in this mission, read on. My PBs are 5k 21:21 and 10k 45:16. (I just had to look that one as I couldn’t remember.) I’m not as fast as this right now, but my aim is to get closer to these times. Regent’s Park 10k I’d decided not to look at my watch and to run on feel at a pace that was ‘comfortably hard’. The course is three laps, so I knew that if I wanted a time beginning with 45, each time I passed the finish clock it should rea...

Kids, training, and recovery don’t always mix perfectly, but these three women give us an inside scoop on how they manage to make 26.2-mile magic happen, even when family life is hectic. Read the full article at How These Marathon Moms Get It All Done on Women's Running . View Source

Meet Hillary Allen, gravel cyclist Nearly two years ago, ultrarunner Hillary Allen fell off a cliff, breaking 12 bones and tearing a ligament in her right foot. Doctors said she’d never run again, but Hillary proved them wrong. Now the endurance phenom is tackling a new sport in her never-ending quest for strength and self-discovery: […] Read the full article at Hillary Allen Is Starting From Scratch on Women's Running . View Source

From chic to downright goofy, more running clubs and crews are turning running apparel into #streetstyle on the roads and trails. Read the full article at Copy These Fun Fashions From 9 of the Most Stylish Running Crews on Women's Running . View Source

When my mother got off the sidelines, it shifted our relationship forever. Read the full article at At 57, My Mom Became a Runner—and I Discovered Who She Really Is on Women's Running . View Source

The country's fastest female marathoner is looking to set an American record this fall. Read the full article at Jordan Hasay Just Announced Some Big News About This Year’s Chicago Marathon on Women's Running . View Source

After doing an instagram question story, one of the most common requests for blog posts was a life update/personal post. So here we go. I wrote a book! Ok correction, I am still writing a book. I’ve submitted all 75+… The post ‘Doing it All’ – Life Lately May 2019 appeared first on The Runner Beans . View Source

Longer stride and quicker cadence don’t separate us from elite runners. Research suggests their biomechanics allow them to spend less time on the ground. Read the full article at They’re Flying! Faster Runners Catch More Air—And You Can, Too on Women's Running . View Source

“When you feel so alone and like nobody understands what you’re going through, it’s terrible. That’s why I felt inclined to share my struggles.” Read the full article at 5 Courageous Women Who Are Running Down Mental Health Stigmas on Women's Running . View Source

There’s no rhyme or reason for what landed at the top of the charts, but all have beats to keep you running. Read the full article at The Playlist: Top 10 Workout Tunes for May 2019 on Women's Running . View Source

Runners have a “never surrender” attitude, but sometimes it’s best to save yourself (and your body) for another day. Read the full article at Quitters Sometimes Win: 5 Legit Reasons to Step Away From a Race on Women's Running . View Source

What happened when two-time Olympian Kara Goucher faced a mountain lion mid-run—and what to do if you find yourself in a similar situation. Read the full article at “I’ll Probably Never Stop Shaking Or Run Alone Again.” on Women's Running . View Source

It's not as popular as road running, but taking to the trails can help you switch up your stride and slay your next road race. Read the full article at Why Trail Running Boosts Your Physical—And Mental—Strength on Women's Running . View Source

Mother's Day is coming fast. We've done the hard work for you and found the best presents for all the moms who love to run. Read the full article at The Ultimate Gift Guide for Your Favorite Mother Runner on Women's Running . View Source

You know I LOVE to travel for races. And if it’s to a new place in the USA then that’s even better, so when I was invited to Indianapolis to run the Indy Mini Marathon, I couldn’t refuse. Plus this… The post 500 Festival Indy Mini Race Recap appeared first on The Runner Beans . View Source

London’s Best Half Marathons One of my Tuesday night runners asked what the best half marathon in London is, which led to a discussion about all the races we’ve done. When we thought about it, there’s quite a few to choose from. So here, in no particular order, are our favourites. Those I’ve run also include links to my blogs about the races. Races I haven’t done have been suggested by runner I know. February Olympic Park Half – my race Hampton Court Half   March The Big Half London Landmarks Half May Hackney Half – my race July Richmond Park Half September Ealing Half  – my race Harrow Half October Royal Parks Half – my race Kingston Half November Grand Union Canal Half Marathon  View Source

When it comes to setting running goals, age is no barrier for this grandmother from Ohio. Read the full article at Jeannie Rice is Going for a Half Marathon World Record at 71 Years Old on Women's Running . View Source

The Olympic champion dominated the Doha Diamond League race on Friday, just two days after losing an appeal to continue competing in her event without medically decreasing her testosterone level. Read the full article at With a “Hell No,” Semenya Shows Fortitude in What Could Be Her Final 800-Meter Race on Women's Running . View Source

Genuine passion for what she does made her a home-improvement television favorite. Amid the boom of her high-profile career, one thing that’s helped keep her grounded—and sane—is running. This is the story about a woman who is unapologetically herself, who’s always gone after what she wants, and who knows exactly how to wield running for maximum head-clearing results. Read the full article at HGTV Star Nicole Curtis is a Running Addict on Women's Running . View Source

Olympic gold medalist Caster Semenya fought the sport’s policy that sought to curb women's naturally occurring testosterone levels in order to compete. Read the full article at Caster Semenya Loses Appeal Against Controversial IAAF Testosterone Rule on Women's Running . View Source