First Run: Brooks Hyperion Elite Review
Brooks new carbon-fiber shoe rides smoothly and stably, and, on first run, increased pace by 3% at same effort.
Author
Jonathan Beverly
Jonathan Beverly, Outside’s senior running gear editor, has been the editor of Running Times, shoe editor and columnist for Runner’s World, and author of Your Best Stride and Run Strong, Stay Hungry. He ran his first marathon when he was 16 and has coached runners of all levels, from beginners to marathoners, high school to masters competitors.
My Stories
Why Effort Matters, and Shoes Don’t (Much)
The question for most runners isn't whether super shoes are cheating, it is whether we're cheating ourselves by wearing them.
Finding New Motivation as a Runner
Former elite marathoner Nuta Olura discovers that sometimes finishing a marathon can be as challenging—and rewarding—as winning one.
Cross Country Spike Review
Seven new spiked racers to take care of your feet when tearing up the turf
The Achilles Tendon and Running Shoes
Choosing the best footwear for your Achilles requires balancing protection and strengthening.
Running Shoe Laces Evolve
Alternative lacing and fit systems now provide ease, precision and adaptability.
5 Killer Workouts for Stamina and Speed in the 5K and Mile
The country’s top high school runners share their favorite workouts for you to try.
How to Have Mental Toughness in Races and Workouts
Young champions remind us how running goals are the most powerful key to success.
How and Why to Start a Run Streak
Young streakers share how they reached the streaking milestones of passing one year and earning their 1,000-day comma—and what it has done for them.
My Favorite Hill: “Mt. Wardian”
Record-breaking serial racer Michael Wardian builds running stamina on an aggressive hill right outside the door of his suburban home.