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At Rochambeau, Boston Marathon runners met with applause and cowbells

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These celebrities and notable figures are running the 2026 Boston Marathon

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24 hours after the 2026 Boston Marathon, the barefoot runner's feet are feeling 'great'

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Live updates: The latest on the 2026 Boston Marathon

Over 30,000 runners participate in the 130th Boston Marathon, with diverse demographics and cooler weather conditions on race day.

Boston food

After the Marathon, this Boston running group meets in the basement at Clery's

Post-marathon celebrations for Greater Boston Track Club runners traditionally take place at Clery's, emphasizing camaraderie and social connections.

18 hours ago

Two are stronger than one': Boston Marathon duo praised for helping struggling runner cross finish line

Two runners helped a fellow athlete finish the Boston Marathon, showcasing remarkable sportsmanship and camaraderie.

Boston food

At Rochambeau, Boston Marathon runners met with applause and cowbells

Boston Marathon runners receive enthusiastic cheers and support not only on the course but also at local restaurants like Rochambeau.

Boston Celtics

These celebrities and notable figures are running the 2026 Boston Marathon

24 hours after the 2026 Boston Marathon, the barefoot runner's feet are feeling 'great'

Terrence Concannon ran the 2026 Boston Marathon barefoot, finishing in 03:57:23, and reported his feet felt great despite initial concerns.

Boston

Live updates: The latest on the 2026 Boston Marathon

Over 30,000 runners participate in the 130th Boston Marathon, with diverse demographics and cooler weather conditions on race day.

Boston food

After the Marathon, this Boston running group meets in the basement at Clery's

Post-marathon celebrations for Greater Boston Track Club runners traditionally take place at Clery's, emphasizing camaraderie and social connections.

The most famous celebrities running the 2026 London Marathon - and where to spot them

Famous personalities are participating in the 2026 London Marathon, including actors, athletes, and social media stars, each supporting various charities.

London politics

London Marathon place for sale': fraudsters chase after runners cash

Scammers are selling fake London Marathon entries, which are strictly nontransferable according to official rules.

London food

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London Marathon 2026: all the best freebies and perks runners can claim for completing this year's race

Marathon finishers in London receive various freebies from local businesses, enhancing the post-race experience with food and perks.

London food

fromTime Out London

21 hours ago

The most famous celebrities running the 2026 London Marathon - and where to spot them

Famous personalities are participating in the 2026 London Marathon, including actors, athletes, and social media stars, each supporting various charities.

London politics

London Marathon place for sale': fraudsters chase after runners cash

Scammers are selling fake London Marathon entries, which are strictly nontransferable according to official rules.

London food

fromTime Out London

London Marathon 2026: all the best freebies and perks runners can claim for completing this year's race

Marathon finishers in London receive various freebies from local businesses, enhancing the post-race experience with food and perks.

The world's most spectacular marathon courses for 2026 - and yes, London made the cut

Northern Iceland race offers adventure through volcanic landscapes, while Napa race features wine tastings at the finish line.

Photography

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Ben Rayner's Mud, Sweat & Tears is a photographic tribute to long distance running

Mud, Sweat & Tears captures the intense emotions and physicality of athletes through intimate photography, showcasing the joy of pushing bodily limits.

Running London Marathon? Ditch the watch! Wearables HINDER performance

Smartwatches can hinder athletic performance by distracting runners from tuning into their bodies during races.

Wearables

Running London Marathon? Ditch the watch! Wearables HINDER performance

Smartwatches can hinder athletic performance by distracting runners from tuning into their bodies during races.

Wearables

Running London Marathon? Ditch the watch! Wearables HINDER performance

Smartwatches can hinder athletic performance by distracting runners from tuning into their bodies during races.

Wearables

Running London Marathon? Ditch the watch! Wearables HINDER performance

Smartwatches can hinder athletic performance by distracting runners from tuning into their bodies during races.

Daily briefing: Immune cells have a surprising role in exercise endurance

B cells support muscle function during exercise by influencing glutamate levels, impacting strength and endurance in mice.

LA Dodgers

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Mookie Betts takes major step in rehab from right oblique injury

Mookie Betts has resumed swinging as part of his recovery from a right oblique strain, marking a significant step towards returning to play.

Toronto startup

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Tesla is sending its humanoid Optimus robot to the Boston Marathon

Tesla's Optimus robot will appear at the Boston Marathon to engage with spectators and promote the brand without advertising costs.

#humanoid-robots

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US news

A humanoid robot sprints past the human half-marathon world record in Beijing race

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Robot runner handily beats humans in half-marathon, setting new record

Humanoid robots surpassed human world records in a half-marathon, showcasing advancements in speed and autonomy in robotics.

fromGSMArena.com

A humanoid robot by Honor wins a half marathon and smashes the human world record

Honor's humanoid robot won a half marathon, finishing in 50 minutes and 26 seconds, breaking the world record and outperforming human competitors.

fromTechCrunch

Robots beat human records at Beijing half-marathon | TechCrunch

A humanoid robot won a Beijing half-marathon in 50:26, outperforming last year's best robot time of 2:40.

fromWIRED

A Humanoid Robot Set a Half-Marathon Record in China

A humanoid robot set a new half-marathon record, finishing in 50 minutes, 26 seconds, surpassing the human record by seven minutes.

fromTNW | China

Humanoid robot beats human half-marathon world record by 7 minutes at Beijing race with 112 teams

A humanoid robot named Lightning completed the Beijing E-Town Half-Marathon, beating the human world record by nearly seven minutes.

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US news

A humanoid robot sprints past the human half-marathon world record in Beijing race

fromArs Technica

Robot runner handily beats humans in half-marathon, setting new record

Humanoid robots surpassed human world records in a half-marathon, showcasing advancements in speed and autonomy in robotics.

fromGSMArena.com

A humanoid robot by Honor wins a half marathon and smashes the human world record

Honor's humanoid robot won a half marathon, finishing in 50 minutes and 26 seconds, breaking the world record and outperforming human competitors.

fromTechCrunch

Robots beat human records at Beijing half-marathon | TechCrunch

A humanoid robot won a Beijing half-marathon in 50:26, outperforming last year's best robot time of 2:40.

fromWIRED

A Humanoid Robot Set a Half-Marathon Record in China

A humanoid robot set a new half-marathon record, finishing in 50 minutes, 26 seconds, surpassing the human record by seven minutes.

fromTNW | China

Humanoid robot beats human half-marathon world record by 7 minutes at Beijing race with 112 teams

A humanoid robot named Lightning completed the Beijing E-Town Half-Marathon, beating the human world record by nearly seven minutes.

The dangers of extreme exercise: 'Bodybuilding took over my life - but I still kept telling myself I looked fat'

Aly Dowling overcame body image struggles to embrace exercise for its own sake in the competitive bodybuilding world.

Bicycling

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Sea Otter Classic Find: Untapped Adds Maple-Fueled Recovery Drink Mixes

Untapped introduces a new recovery drink mix line featuring maple-based ingredients for post-ride nutrition.

Relationships

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"He Gave Himself A Thumbs Up During Sex": People Are Sharing What It's Like To Date Pro Athletes

Dating an athlete involves unique challenges and perks, including intense training schedules and competitive personalities.

Agriculture

Ultrarunning Culture

Ultrarunning is growing rapidly, requiring active cultivation and focus amidst increasing commercialization and competition among brands.

#marathon

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Snowboarding

Remembering The Guy Who Ran The Paris Marathon in Ski Boots

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Running

WATCH: Marathon Runner's Premature Celebration Costs Him the Win Right at the Finish Line

23 hours ago

Running

Am I a deluded attention-seeker? Why I'm running the London Marathon dressed as a badger

Running

Experience: I won the world's deepest underground marathon

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Running

These Are the Hardest Marathons in the World to Get Into-Including One With Just 99 Finishers

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Snowboarding

Remembering The Guy Who Ran The Paris Marathon in Ski Boots

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WATCH: Marathon Runner's Premature Celebration Costs Him the Win Right at the Finish Line

A marathon runner lost a guaranteed win after celebrating too early, allowing another runner to surge ahead and claim victory.

23 hours ago

Am I a deluded attention-seeker? Why I'm running the London Marathon dressed as a badger

Running a marathon in fancy dress combines personal motivation with a desire to support environmental causes.

Experience: I won the world's deepest underground marathon

Running a marathon in a Swedish zinc mine offers a unique challenge and the chance to set a Guinness World Record.

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fromwww.independent.co.uk

These Are the Hardest Marathons in the World to Get Into-Including One With Just 99 Finishers

The Big Five Marathon in South Africa is the most difficult marathon to enter due to high demand and limited spots.

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UK news

I was told I was going to die': Woman running half marathon after beating alcoholism

The Independent provides critical journalism on various issues, emphasizing the importance of accessible reporting funded by donations.

The 200-Mile Phenomenon: A Data-Based Look at Their Growth and Demographics

200-mile races are gaining global popularity, with numerous events occurring throughout the year and a passionate community supporting them.

fromwww.scientificamerican.com

22 hours ago

A humanoid robot beat the human half-marathon record at a Beijing race. But what did it actually prove?

A humanoid robot named Lightning completed a marathon faster than the human record, but faced significant operational challenges during the race.

The Distance Stops Changing

Distance running evolves from adding to life to clarifying it, leading to a quieter mind and a more accurate perspective.

fromwww.businessinsider.com

Opioid addiction almost destroyed me then I became a top marathon runner

The Percocet dulled his foot pain and also his anxiety. Rideout was used to alcohol and cocaine, but this was different. He felt happy, confident and optimistic. He returned to the podiatrist for more pills. Then more. Soon he was altering the prescriptions manually, changing a seven into a two and adding a zero, before targeting smaller pharmacies that wouldn't run verification checks.

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Nike stumbled with the people it counts on most: runners

Nike's ad campaign before the Boston Marathon was criticized for shaming slower runners, leading to its removal and a commitment to better support all runners.

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Nike's 'Walkers Tolerated' sign at the Boston Marathon was meant to fire up runners. Instead, it insulted them. | Fortune

Nike's ad misjudged runner culture, offending many with its exclusionary message towards slower runners and walkers.

Boston

Nike stumbled with the people it counts on most: runners

Nike's ad campaign before the Boston Marathon was criticized for shaming slower runners, leading to its removal and a commitment to better support all runners.

fromFortune

Nike's 'Walkers Tolerated' sign at the Boston Marathon was meant to fire up runners. Instead, it insulted them. | Fortune

Nike's ad misjudged runner culture, offending many with its exclusionary message towards slower runners and walkers.

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Marcel Hug wins Boston Marathon wheelchair title for 9th time

Marcel Hug's victory in the Boston Marathon men's wheelchair race adds to his impressive record, as he now holds nine titles, just one behind the all-time leader, Ernst van Dyk.

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fromThe Verge

Humanoid 'Lightning' robot smashes the half-marathon record

Lightning, an autonomous robot, won a 13-mile race in Beijing, finishing in 50 minutes and 26 seconds, outperforming all human runners and previous records.

I hope it doesn't get him down': Usain Bolt tells Gout Gout to get ready to lose

Transitioning to senior athletics is challenging, as Usain Bolt advises Gout Gout to prepare for tough competition and learn from experiences.

#robotics

Robot named Lightning blows past human runners to set half-marathon record in Beijing

A humanoid robot named Lightning set a new half-marathon record of 50 minutes, 26 seconds, surpassing the previous human record by over six minutes.

Watch the moment a robot WINS the Beijing half marathon

A new generation of robots outperformed humans in a marathon, with the winning robot setting a world record.

fromABC7 Los Angeles

Running

Humanoid robot sprints to victory in Beijing, beating the human half-marathon world record

fromwww.dw.com

Robot runners beat humans in Beijing half-marathon

A humanoid robot named Shandian won a half-marathon in Beijing, setting a new record and outperforming human participants.

fromKotaku

5 days ago

Robot Runner Crashes And Burns Before Even Starting Race

A robot at a marathon practice in China fell and shattered, leading to humorous reactions and immediate assistance from humans.

Robot named Lightning blows past human runners to set half-marathon record in Beijing

A humanoid robot named Lightning set a new half-marathon record of 50 minutes, 26 seconds, surpassing the previous human record by over six minutes.

Watch the moment a robot WINS the Beijing half marathon

A new generation of robots outperformed humans in a marathon, with the winning robot setting a world record.

fromABC7 Los Angeles

Running

Humanoid robot sprints to victory in Beijing, beating the human half-marathon world record

fromwww.dw.com

Robot runners beat humans in Beijing half-marathon

A humanoid robot named Shandian won a half-marathon in Beijing, setting a new record and outperforming human participants.

fromKotaku

5 days ago

Robot Runner Crashes And Burns Before Even Starting Race

A robot at a marathon practice in China fell and shattered, leading to humorous reactions and immediate assistance from humans.

more#robotics

fromBusiness Insider

A longevity and sports medicine doctor who completed 15 Ironmans shares his workout routine. It includes a run-commute.

It's the most ubiquitous, effective, totally no-side-effects drug in the world. Exercise is also something Metzl feels is sometimes overlooked in the longevity space, in favor of fancier products. A lot of this stuff we talk about with longevity is not validated, like full-body MRIs and these supplement stacks.

Health

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Running

Prep talk: Another book is out from running coach Martin Dugard

4 weeks ago

Ask the Pro: Trail Shoe Colors, Training for Increased Distances, and Fueling Strategies

Gabe Joyes provides insights on running, including mental strategies, shoe color psychology, and fueling for endurance events.

2 months ago

Running

Going All in on Running - And Marriage

Running

Prep talk: Another book is out from running coach Martin Dugard

4 weeks ago

Ask the Pro: Trail Shoe Colors, Training for Increased Distances, and Fueling Strategies

Gabe Joyes provides insights on running, including mental strategies, shoe color psychology, and fueling for endurance events.

2 months ago

Running

Going All in on Running - And Marriage

This Week In Running: April 20, 2026

Ashley Paulson set a world record at the Penyagolosa Trails event, the first Mountain Running World Cup race of the year.

Fitness influencer drowns during swimming portion of Ironman Texas

Mara Flavia Souza Araujo, a Brazilian fitness influencer, drowned during the swimming portion of an Ironman event in Texas.

fromEntrepreneur

Adidas Made an Ultralight Running Shoe Built to Break Records. When You Hand Someone the Box, 'They Think It's Empty'

Adidas is releasing the Adizero Adios Pro Evo 3, a super lightweight running shoe weighing just 3.4 ounces.

fromwww.aljazeera.com

Eight runners hospitalised after collapsing during South Korea marathon

Twelve runners fell ill during a marathon near South Korea's Demilitarized Zone due to record high temperatures.

5 days ago

Boston Bound: The Joy of Wesley Kiptoo and Alex Masai

Alex Masai and Wesley Kiptoo, members of HOKA NAZ Elite, embody camaraderie and dedication as they prepare for the Boston Marathon.

Communities Mourn Runner Deaths at the 2026 Marathon des Sables Legendary and on the Cape Wrath Trail

Two trail runners died recently, Grégory during the Marathon des Sables in Morocco and David Parrish on the Cape Wrath Trail in Scotland.

This Week In Running: April 13, 2026

The Gorge Waterfalls weekend featured significant prize money and competitive races, with standout performances in the 100k and 50k events.

It's Not the Gear: 9 Running Gear Rules from iRunFar's Gear Editor

Finding the right gear is more important than acquiring new gear.

This Week In Running: April 6, 2026

The final ski mountaineering world cup featured top competitors, while the Marathon des Sables began with nearly 1,500 runners in Morocco.

3 weeks ago

From Marathons to the Marathon des Sables: A Conversation with Des Linden

Des Linden transitions from professional marathoning to the 2026 Marathon des Sables, a 155-mile self-sufficient race across the Sahara Desert.

fromRunner's World

3 weeks ago

These 7 Tips from Pro Half-Marathoners Helped Me Run My Strongest Race. Here's What You Can Learn from the Best.

Running a half marathon requires a balance of excitement and caution, with training strategies emphasizing gradual progress and body care.

fromStrength Running

4 weeks ago

How to Build Physiological Resilience in the Marathon with Coach John Davis, PhD - Strength Running

John Davis bridges exercise science and practical coaching, offering insights into endurance training for all levels of runners.

This Week In Running: March 16, 2026

Naomi Robinson won the 2025 IAU 50k World Championships in New Delhi with a time of 3:13:39, while Alex Milne claimed the men's title in 2:46:09, with Great Britain dominating both races.

Many Small Leaps for Runnerkind: Wondering About Non-Linear Improvement in Running

Runners experience breakthrough moments where performance suddenly improves, often after returning to regular training or during consistent improvement phases, driven by accumulated physiological adaptations.

AI-Powered Optimization: New Frontiers in Peak Running Performance

Super shoes and ultralight gear make a difference, but with new advancements in artificial intelligence (AI) that can look at our running form and compare it to the ideal, analyze our nutrition intake from a simple photo and help us plan our diets, and offer guidance on training and recovery, the interwovenness of technology and running is only set to increase.

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