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6 elite women share what goes through their mind on marathon morning Read the full article at What I Tell Myself… On the Starting Line on Women's Running . source https://www.womensrunning.com/2019/10/marathon/what-i-tell-myself-on-the-starting-line_103365

The 2019 New York City Marathon is upon us—specifically, on Sunday, November 3. While 50,000 runners, including a professional field full of compelling storylines, make their way through the five boroughs, the rest of can watch. We’re here to tell you how—and why you should. The 26.2-mile race begins on Staten Island and ends at […] Read the full article at How and Why to Watch the 2019 New York City Marathon on Women's Running . source https://www.womensrunning.com/2019/10/news/how-to-watch-the-2019-new-york-city-marathon_103361

She races more often than most other pro runners, but what really keeps this national road champion going (and going and going)? She fills us in on her marathon mind tricks and more. Read the full article at Sara Hall Just Wants to Have Fun (and 8 Other Pieces of Running Advice) on Women's Running . source https://www.womensrunning.com/2019/10/news/sara-halls-running-advice_103357

Kikkan Randall, who was diagnosed with breast cancer soon after winning cross-country skiing gold medal at the 2018 Winter Olympics, is set to run the New York City Marathon on Nov. 3. Read the full article at Kikkan Randall Shares 3 Tips for Any Fitness Comeback on Women's Running . source https://www.womensrunning.com/2019/10/news/kikkan-randall-to-run-nyc-marathon_103343

Anderson has coped with her sister’s death through running and hopes to “show her what I can do” on at the New York City Marathon. Read the full article at Abigail Anderson is Running the NYC Marathon to Honor Her Sister, Gabe Grunewald on Women's Running . source https://www.womensrunning.com/2019/10/news/running-the-nyc-marathon-to-honor-gabe-grunewald_103339

"You set the bar high and brought everyone on the line up to those standards. USA women dream bigger because of you." Read the full article at Runners React to Shalane Flanagan’s Retirement on Women's Running . source https://www.womensrunning.com/2019/10/news/shalane-flanagans-retirement-runners-react_103238

Going green has never looked this good. Read the full article at 9 Sustainable Fashion Picks to Keep You Moving on Women's Running . source https://www.womensrunning.com/2019/10/tech/top-sustainable-fashion-activewear-brands_103225

After competing for 15 years, the 2017 New York City Marathon champ will coach the Bowerman Track Club, becoming one of the only women guiding the careers of U.S. Olympic runners. Read the full article at A Generation’s Leader Says Farewell: Shalane Flanagan Retires from Pro Running on Women's Running . source https://www.womensrunning.com/2019/10/news/shalane-flanagan-retires-from-pro-running_103258

Time to hit refresh on your standard running routes. No matter where you are, there’s a gorgeous trail not far just waiting to be explored. Ranked easiest to hardest, and spanning across all 50 states, these are 10 of the best trail runs in the U.S. to add to your workout wish list. 1) Phoenix […] Read the full article at 10 Perfect Trail Running Routes on Women's Running . source https://www.womensrunning.com/2019/10/travel/best-running-trails_103201

The fall season is the perfect time to get off the road and hit the trails. Crisp air, cooler temps, changing leaves, and clear skies just beg for adventures on dirt, wood chips, or pine needles. We scoured the season’s latest trail-running shoe offerings—from weather-protecting hard chargers to road-to-trail hybrids—to bring you the leaders of […] Read the full article at 13 Trail Running Shoes You’ll Love To Run In on Women's Running . source https://www.womensrunning.com/2019/10/tech/best-trail-running-shoes_103161

The socks that work on the road don’t always stand up to the demands of the trail—navigating twists and turns (read: extra friction), splashing through creeks, kicking up rocks and dust. Conquer any terrain—blister free!—with these eight top trail running picks. 1) INJINJI WOMEN’S TRAIL MIDWEIGHT CREW These moisture-wicking crew socks prevent any skin-on-skin friction […] Read the full article at The 8 Best Trail Running Socks We Tested This Season on Women's Running . source https://www.womensrunning.com/2019/10/tech/best-trail-running-socks_103216

If you're going for your best marathon yet, this Olympian has advice. Use her mental tricks to get to the finish line fast. Read the full article at Going after a Marathon PR? Molly Huddle Has a Plan for That on Women's Running . source https://www.womensrunning.com/2019/10/marathon/going-after-a-marathon-pr-molly-huddle-has-a-plan-for-that_103235

Brigid Kosgei, 25, of Kenya won the 2019 Chicago Marathon in 2:14:04 , besting a world record that has stood since 2003. She went out at a blazing clip, clocking a 15:28 first 5K, that most spectators thought could result in a major blowup later in the race. Instead, Kosgei settled in behind two male […] Read the full article at Brigid Kosgei Shatters World Record at the 2019 Chicago Marathon on Women's Running . source https://www.womensrunning.com/2019/10/news/brigid-kosgei-shatters-world-record-at-the-2019-chicago-marathon_103198

She’s going for a personal best at the 2019 Chicago Marathon, but the entrepreneur and mom of two won’t spend her taper time on the couch. Read the full article at Chicago Marathon Pre-Race Relaxation? Not for Stephanie Bruce on Women's Running . source https://www.womensrunning.com/2019/10/news/chicago-marathon-pre-race-relaxation-not-for-stephanie-bruce_103194

Eliud Kipchoge raced up and down a flat, straight, tree-lined avenue in the heart of Vienna 4.4 times on Saturday to become the first person ever to break two hours in a marathon. He finished in 1:59:40, averaging 4:34 pace per mile. “His running is a gift to all of us,” Shalane Flanagan said, on […] Read the full article at Eliud Kipchoge is the First to Finish a Marathon in Less Than 2 Hours on Women's Running . source https://www.womensrunning.com/2019/10/news/eliud-kipchoge-breaks-two-hours_103187

She was a beginner not that long ago herself. Read the full article at First-Time Marathoner Advice from Emily Sisson on Women's Running . source https://www.womensrunning.com/2019/10/training/emily-sisson-first-time-marathoner-tips_103167