5 Things Most Marathoners Shouldn't Worry About
Marathon training can be overwhelming, but some things just aren't worth the stress
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Martin Fritz Huber
Martin Fritz Huber is a longtime contributor to Outside magazine who writes on topics that range from running to film and books to arboriculture.
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Why Running Brands Are Signing College Athletes Who Can’t Race in Their Gear
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The most versatile runner on the planet gave us a marathon debut for the ages
This Woman Ran from San Francisco to New York in 47 Days
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Multi-Day Runners Are Alarmingly Sane
Those who pursue the craziest endurance races on the planet do it for reasons that make perfect sense
No, Kelvin Kiptum Is Not the Next Kipchoge
But Sifan Hassan just might be
This Parody of Pro Running Isn’t Just for Runners
‘Limits’ makes fun of the challenge of landing a professional contract in a way that will delight fans and non-fans alike
What’s Sifan Hassan’s Secret? Restlessness.
The most prolific athlete at this year’s World Championships was also the most fun to watch