Parker Stinson Explains Why He And Dathan Ritzenhein Have Parted Ways
After running 2:10 for the marathon and setting an American record, Parker Stinson is moving on from Dathan Ritzenhein to a new coach.
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Emily Infeld Leaves The Bowerman Track Club
Emily Infeld announced that she is no longer a member of the Portland-based group and will be pursuing new opportunities.
Ben Blankenship Returns At USATF Cross Country Championships
The last time Ben Blankenship raced was when he made the U.S. Olympic Trials 1,500m semifinal off of 8 days of running.
Invisible Strings: Robyn Stevens’ Long Road To A Dream Fulfilled
Robyn Stevens on celebrating the different struggles that can lead to high points in life like her comeback and making the Tokyo Olympics.
With Or Without The Mask, Raven Saunders Is Always Herself
Olympic silver medalist Raven Saunders represents so much more than what you see when she’s competing. She knows that and values it.
The Gold Standard: Kaylin Whitney
In 2016, Kaylin Whitney failed to make the finals of the Olympic Trials in the 100 and 200 meters. How she found her groove as a pro.
Introducing ‘Trials Talk with Chris and Kyle’ | A Daily Podcast From the 2021 U.S. Olympic Track and Field Trials
Chris Chavez and Kyle Merber will host a daily podcast during the 2021 U.S. Olympic Trials live from Eugene, Oregon.
What We Learned At The Trials of Miles Texas Qualifier
David Melly unpacks how key storylines developed at the Trials of Miles Texas Qualifier on and off the track.
Trials of Miles Texas Qualifier: Bria Wetsch, Emma Spencer Among Those Chasing 10,000 Meter OTQ
Bria Wetsch and Emma Spencer are among those targetting U.S. Olympic Trials qualifiers in the 10,000 meters in Texas.
Trials of Miles Texas Qualifier: Lianne Farber, Megan Mansy, Dani Aragon Shoot for 1,500 Meter OTQ
Lianne Farber and Dani Aragon target the 2020 U.S. Olympic Track and Field Trials qualifying standard of 4:06 for the 1,500 meters.
Trials of Miles Texas Qualifier: Loaded Men’s 5,000 Meter Field Includes Cheserek, True, On Athletics Club And Tinman Elite
The men’s 5,000 meters at the Trials of Miles Texas Qualifier will feature Ben True, Edward Cheserek, Ryan Hill, Drew Hunter and more.
Trials of Miles Texas Qualifier: Ajee Wilson, Raevyn Rogers Headline Women’s 800
The women’s 800 meters at the Trials of Miles Texas Qualifier will feature Ajeé Wilson and Raevyn Rogers’ first rematch since Doha 2019.
World Athletics’ Shoe Rule and the Fight Against Fairness
David Melly has a bone to pick with World Athletics’ latest iteration of its rules on footwear and prototype use in competition.
I Like Track (And So Should You)
People asking “How do you make track more entertaining?” are asking (and answering) the wrong question. Track is entertaining.
Bringing Ekidens to America May Be Just What The Sport Needs
The coronavirus has forced professional teams to get creative with their respective racing plans and the Michigan Ekiden is doing that.
WATCH: Night of the 5K – Presented by Trials of Miles x Bakline
Watch Olympians, world championship qualifiers and other pro and sub-elite athletes chase fast times at the Night of the 5K in New Jersey.
Bakline x Trial of Miles Night Of the 5K: Entries, Live Stream Information
Who to watch and how to watch the Bakline x Trial of Miles Night of the 5K featuring Donn Cabral, Colby Alexander, Allie Kieffer and more.
Run For Rivs, More Shoe Talk, Russia Canceled? + A Personal Best!
A look at the biggest news stories in track and field from Tommy Rivs’ battle with lymphoma, World Athletics changing its shoes rules again and more.
Run With Rivs Virtual Challenge – August 1st to 9th
A virtual challenge has been set up to raise money for the family of Tommy Rivers Puzey as he battles Primary Pulmonary NK T-Cell Lymphoma.
Michael Norman’s 9.86, More Whereabouts Failures + Bowerman PRs
Unpacking everything from Michael Norman becoming the first American under 10, 20 and 44; Bowerman Track Club’s third intrasquad meet + more podcasts
Let’s Give This A Try Again!
An attempt to re-launch a newsletter rounding up the biggest news from the track and field world with commentary and analysis by Chris Chavez
MVMNT Race Series Set For Boston
Races will return to Boston on July 18 with the MVMT Race Series featuring Molly Seidel, Natosha Rogers and Abbey Cooper.
Gwen Berry: Sport, Politics, Protest… and the Olympics
Gwen Berry shares an open letter on the truth and reasoning behind protesting at major global championship stages.
Johnny Gregorek’s Blue Jeans Mile Will Be More Fun Than The Olympics
Johnny Gregorek’s blue jeans mile has the potential to mix things up, provide a great spectating experience and raise money for a good cause.
Johnny Gregorek To Attempt Blue Jeans Mile World Record, Fundraising For National Alliance on Mental Illness
Johnny Gregorek will attempt to break Dillon Maggard’s 4:11.80 world record for the blue jeans mile on May 30.
Track Rewatchables: 2017 World Championships Women’s 1500 Meters
The 2017 World Championship women’s 1,500m final is underappreciated.
A Good Rabbit is Hard to Find
With the Olympics looming, and therefore qualifying-standard-chasing upon us, as well as runners everywhere hoping for new PRs, well-paced races are a necessity.
A Historical Analysis of the Olympic Trials
Analyzing some data on the 34 men and 25 women US Olympic marathoners since the Trials system began in 1968.
Let Erin Run
Ivy League champion Erin Gregoire ran 2:42 at the Houston Marathon and was not accepted to the U.S. Olympic marathon trials.
One Quick Thing: U.S. Marathoning Decade Review
A quick look at some stats shows sub-elites are getting quicker in the United States.
Peter Snell Was a Legend
Peter Snell remains the only man in 99 years to have won the 800 and 1500 meters at the same Olympics. He died on Dec. 12. He was 80.
What is the Diamond League Doing?
Why the IAAF is totally missing the mark in cutting events from the 2020 Diamond League circuit
Unpacking Eliud Kipchoge’s 1:59:40 and the Great Shoe Debate
Should the IAAF ban the shoes worn by Eliud Kipchoge in the INEOS 1:59 Challenge? What are the rules? What’s next for the GOAT?
Heroines: Mary Decker Slaney
Recognizing some of the brilliant and most talented female distance runners in history. Examing Mary Decker Slaney.
“Road to the Olympic Trials” Podcast Debuts Next Week
The Rambling Runner Podcast is launching a new show following eight runners on their respective journey to the U.S. Olympic Marathon Trials.
Trying to Find the ‘Why’ in 100 Miles
Stephen Kersh will be lining up at Western States for his first 100-mile race. Why? He’s still figuring out the answer.
A Pride Month Ode to Nikki Hiltz and Therese Haiss
The sport needs more athletes like Nikki Hiltz and Therese Haiss.
What Brave Like Gabe Means to Me
Gabe Grunewald proved that in the face of adversity you have a choice to be optimistic and make the most of your time.
A Tribute to Gabe Grunewald
We often get caught up in the times and the places and forget what really matters in this life. Gabe never forgot. I’ll never forget because of her.
Mondo Hits New Heights, Minnesota Keeps Fighting, XC is Coming Back?
At the Rome Diamond League meet, Mondo Duplantis broke Sergey Bubka’s long-standing outdoor pole vault world record with a 6.15m clearance.