Alison Wade
Runner's World
Massachusetts, United States
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Annie Rodenfels — Breakthrough Race in the 5,000 Meters
Ever wonder what would happen if the pacesetter just stuck around for a few more laps? → Read More
Running Podcasts for Your Weekend Long Run
There are a lot of great running pods out there, but these recent episodes will make the miles fly by. → Read More
The Incredibly Simple Way One Man Is Motivating People to Start Running
Dave McGillivray’s idea is so easy, it’s genius. And any veteran runner can do it. → Read More
At Age 39, a Nurse and Mom of Three Has Huge Marathon Breakthrough
Here’s how Roberta Groner finished second—behind pro runner Sara Hall—at the California International Marathon. → Read More
She Was the Feel-Good Story of the Summer, But a Sponsorship Deal Eludes Her
Sara Vaughn, a 31-year-old mother of three, made a stunning run to the world championships. Getting a contract has proven harder. → Read More
Florida Race Imperiled Runners—And They Are Angry
Entrants are bombarding the Weeki Wachee Springs Mermaid Race with complaints after a late start, inadequate water, and frightening traffic conditions. → Read More
Organizer Vows Improvement After Multiple Race Problems
Runners in different states lodge complaints against the Half Full Race Series. → Read More
Despite Leads, Murders of Three Female Runners Remain Unsolved
New video shows footage of Karina Vetrano running shortly before her death. → Read More
Lawsuit Settlement Will Affect Price of Entry at New York City Marathon
The race drawing will be free for the next three years, but the race itself will cost more. → Read More
Many Commemorate 9/11 Tragedy Through Running Events
On the 15th anniversary of the September 11th attacks, many choose to remember by running. → Read More
Former 5:19 Marathoner Surprises All With 26.2 Win
Julie Jorgensen’s family thought she was kidding when she called to say she’d won her race. → Read More
Little Free Pantry Concept, Born on a Run, Goes Viral
Inspired by Little Free Libraries, Jessica McClard helps address food insecurity. → Read More
Top U.S. Runner Will Undergo Surgery Friday to Remove Cancerous Tumor
At 30, Gabriele Grunewald hopes to become a three-time cancer survivor. → Read More
Amanda Eccleston Finds the Silver Lining in Fourth Place
A breakthrough season brought her within 0.03 seconds of the U.S. Olympic Team at the trials. → Read More
One Race’s Youngest Runner Dreams of Finding Adoptive Family
In June, Marcellus Coleman was the youngest to run the Garry Bjorklund Half Marathon. → Read More
Nike Ad Features Transgender Athlete
Duathlete Chris Mosier hopes groundbreaking commercial inspires others. → Read More
Teen Runner With Autism Shatters 4:00 Mile Barrier
Mikey Brannigan sets a Paralympic world record for the T20 classification. → Read More
Watch: 5 Fights Between Elite Runners Caught on Camera
The most recent scuffle was on July 30, and race organizers met to determine whether the results should change. → Read More
Apple Announces Female Runner Emoji
Elite runner Molly Huddle has been campaigning for a female runner emoji character since last fall. → Read More
The Running Emoji You’ve Been Waiting for Is Here
Elite runner Molly Huddle has been campaigning for a female runner emoji character since last fall. → Read More