Hey runners, today's newsletter covers running at its absolute extremes, from the frozen hills of Tennessee to the Olympic podium and everything in between.
Damian Hall reflects on another punishing edition of the Barkley Marathons, while Keely Hodgkinson rewrites the record books in the 800m and Oriol Cardona makes history with skimo's first Olympic gold.
Off the track and trails, we look at major brand moves from Lululemon and New Balance, break down heart rate training and how to run longer without fading, and revisit the unspoken etiquette rules that keep the sport enjoyable for everyone.
And if you think your last race hurt, wait until you read about the athlete who tried to lunge an entire marathon.
British marathoner Phily Bowden has signed a three-year partnership with Lululemon, announcing this week that she will join the brand as an official ambassador.
The Spanish skyrunner turned ski mountaineer just claimed the first-ever Olympic gold medal in his discipline — and his path to the podium started on mountain trails.
Running is about freedom and escaping the routines of everyday life. However, it's important to bear in mind some basic running etiquette and running rules to make sure you're keeping the experience fun for everyone
What are the best running shoes of 2026? And is the classic daily trainer officially dead? In this episode of the Marathon Handbook Podcast, Michael Doyle, Alex Cyr, and Katelyn Tocci break down the biggest running shoe drops of Spring 2026 and beyond. From super shoes and carbon racers to everyday trainers and emerging trends, we cover it all — with honest, unfiltered takes.
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