Running

Study: Core Exercise Can Make You a Better Runner

And reduce your low back pain

By Jamie Ducharme January 5, 2018

New York City Marathon Runners Are Slowing Down. Here's Why

On Sunday, tens of thousands of people will run a 26.2-mile route from Staten Island and through the five boroughs to Central Park in the 47th annual New York City marathon. Last year, 51,392 men...

By Chris Wilson November 3, 2017

Runner Wins Marathon After Competitors Ran the Wrong Way

It was a big day for Italian marathon runner Eyob Faniel, who came in first place at the Venice Marathon Sunday — after the race's frontrunners were led astray from the course by a motorcycle...

By Raisa Bruner October 23, 2017

Don't Have Time to Exercise? Do This for 10 Minutes

A few minutes of hard exercise can equal—or outpace—much longer workouts.

By Markham Heid August 10, 2017

Usain Bolt

A singular sprinter

By Sean Gregory August 10, 2017

3 Things You Didn't Know About Running

It's even safe to run in old age—to a point

By Alexandra Sifferlin June 30, 2017

Why Running Is Good For Your Joints

Moderate levels of recreational running may be the key to healthy knees and hips

By Amanda MacMillan / Health June 6, 2017

This Week in Health: Go for a Run, Change Your Tinder Photo

This week we learned how a little bit of running may add years to your life—and all of the other amazing things that pounding the pavement can do for the body. Here's what else grabbed...

By Alexandra Sifferlin April 14, 2017

Why Running Is Such Perfect Cardio

There was once a time, just a few decades ago, when few people ran to stay in shape. Today, running is almost synonymous with exercise. If your goal is to be fit and healthy, you’re...

By Markham Heid April 14, 2017

One Run May Add 7 Hours to Your Life, Study Says

But the health benefits cap out

By Alexandra Sifferlin April 13, 2017

Why Marathons Can Be Deadly—Even If You Don’t Run In Them

People who run marathons go through intense training before enduring the physically grueling 26.2-mile event—so it's little wonder their health can sometimes suffer. But on marathon days, the event can also create unexpected problems for...

By Alice Park April 12, 2017

This Week in Health: The Risk of Running Marathons

Marathon-running is a popular pastime, but new research released this week found that it's particularly stressful for one part of the body. We also learned that if you want to mix-up your workouts, you may...

By Alexandra Sifferlin March 31, 2017

The Hidden Risk of Running a Marathon

'People can find the right distance for them and train their body'

By Alexandra Sifferlin March 31, 2017

The Hidden Risk of Running a Marathon

Running is a great workout, and it comes with all of the heart-strengthening benefits of aerobic exercise. But doing it for long distances—like in a marathon—may come with unintended health consequences. A small new study...

By Alexandra Sifferlin March 28, 2017

Is Running Good or Bad for Your Knees?

Running has a reputation for causing wear and tear on knees over time, leading to joint pain, arthritis or other injuries. But a recent small study found that 30 minutes of running actually lowered inflammation...

By Alexandra Sifferlin February 14, 2017

We Learn To Take Bribes At An Early Age

These are today's best ideas

By The Aspen Institute December 19, 2016

How ChiRunning Can Make You a Faster Runner

It can also help prevent injury

By Jessica Migala / Health.com August 18, 2016

4 Ways to Ward Off Shin Splints

Remember to replace your shoes

By Tamara Pridgett / Health.com July 22, 2016

100-Year-Old Runner Sets World Record

"I'm a nice example of what you can do with yourself"

By Olivia B. Waxman May 2, 2016

8 Podcasts That Will Help Distract You on a Long Run

From love to productivity, these podcasts will keep you inspired

By Health.com April 27, 2016

Here’s How Many Miles You’d Have to Run to Burn Off a Pizza

And a fancy latte will cost you nearly an hour walking, according to a new paper

By Mandy Oaklander April 6, 2016

The New Women’s Running Cover Star Proves You Don't Have to Be the 'Right Size' to Be A Runner

A conversation with model Nadia Aboulhosn

By Jessie Van Amburg March 16, 2016

This Woman Is Running Across 20 Miles of Open Water in an Inflatable Ball

The trip is expected to take her 14 hours

By Megan McCluskey February 25, 2016

Watch Usain Bolt Lose A Race To An 8-Year-Old

"Come on, Usain, don't be scared of me"

By Megan McCluskey October 7, 2015

5 Tourist-Friendly Marathons Worth Traveling To

From New Zealand to Tanzania to China, here are the best places to get your runner's high

By Rozalynn S. Frazier / Health.com October 2, 2015

The One Body Part You’re Not Stretching (But Should Be)

6 ways to stretch your ankles

By Rozalynn S. Frazier / Health.com September 28, 2015

Meet the World's Oldest Competitive Sprinter

He just turned 105

By Ashley Ross September 24, 2015

9 Ways to Burn More Fat When You Run

Focus on consistency, not intensity

By Eat This, Not That! September 22, 2015

Watch Usain Bolt Get Mowed Down By a Cameraman on a Segway

Usain Bolt knocked off his feet moments after winning his record 10th gold medal

By Tessa Berenson August 27, 2015

Runner Loses Out on Bronze by Celebrating Too Soon

"I feel like it kind of slipped through my fingers"

By Sarah Begley August 24, 2015

Usain Bolt Makes Olympic-Sized Statement at World Championships

A photo finish victory over American Justin Gatlin proves that Bolt is far from finished

By Sean Gregory August 23, 2015

5 Running Mistakes Beginners Always Make

Wearing the wrong shoes can cost you more than just a few blisters

By Jennifer Cohen / Health.com August 3, 2015

11 Training Tips for Running Your First Half-Marathon

Remember: every run has a purpose, so don't skip any

By Rozalynn S. Frazier / Health.com July 6, 2015

This 92-Year-Old Is the Oldest Woman to Ever Run (and Finish) a Marathon

A two-time cancer survivor, Thompson has raised more than $100,000 for charity over 15 years

By Alissa Greenberg June 1, 2015

This Is the Coolest Feature Spotify Added Today

This is a far cry from the days of hoping your Discman didn't skip

By Ben Geier / Fortune May 20, 2015

Venezuelan Runner With Muscular Dystrophy Finishes Boston Marathon

It took him just under 20 hours to complete the race

By Mike Fiammetta / Sports Illustrated April 21, 2015

This Guy Hasn't Stopped Running for 20 Years

He takes ultramarathons to the extreme

By Julia Lull April 20, 2015

7 Exercise Apps For People Who Hate Working Out

Whether you're motivated by money, competition or a simple push notification, there's an app to help you get moving

By Dan Kedmey April 15, 2015

This Study Busts Your Work Out Excuse

Air quality may not be the best in cities, but the benefits of physical activity can outweigh the harms of breathing in pollutants

By Alice Park March 30, 2015

This Elite Marathon Runner Was Determined to Finish Race No Matter What

In a show of determination, Hyvon Ngetich crawled over finish line to take third place

By Sarah Begley February 16, 2015

When Exercise Goes Too Far

A new study shows that running too much can be just as unhealthy as not being active at all

By Alice Park February 2, 2015

7 Ways to Make Your Treadmill Runs More Effective

You may think your legs are doing all the work, but don't ignore your upper body

By Health.com January 7, 2015

This is Your Brain on Exercise

Regular workouts are worth a lot more than a six-pack. Getting physical can also help your mind

By Real Simple January 6, 2015

'I Don't Believe In Limits.' Marathoner Eliud Kipchoge On Breaking the 2-Hour Barrier

Man Runs Marathon in Under Two Hours

One-Woman Encouragement Machine Olympian Redefines Victory Lap By Running Backwards to High-Five Everyone in the Race

This Blind Runner is the First to Complete the NYC Half Marathon Guided Only by Dogs