Running
A Viewer’s Guide to the 2012 Penn Relays
The Schedule • Thursday, April 26th, 10 a.m. to 11:30 p.m. Expect to see: high school girls, college women and nighttime distance races • Friday, […]
To Do: Author/Runner Dick Beardsley at Philadelphia Runner
In 1982, Dick Beardsley became one of the most famous runners in America–by losing the Boston Marathon. Cut off by a motorcycle just near the […]
Yoga and Stretching for Runners (Video)
You’re a runner—and that’s awesome—but are you putting as much energy into your stretching routine as you are to your running schedule? I’ve seen so […]
Strength Training for Runners (Video)
Distance running is great but it comes with a whole set of overuse injuries to watch out for. Part of the problem is poor form […]
Broad Street Run: What to Do If You’ve Slacked Off on Training
So, say when bibs for the Broad Street Run went on sale back in February, you eagerly beat the rush, signed up and mapped out […]
Philadelphia Marathon Registration Is Open
Holy smokes. Registration for the Philadelphia Marathon opened yesterday—can you believe it? We’re not even through Broad Street yet, and we’re already talking about a […]
Vibram Headed to Court Over FiveFingers Shoes
Well, dang. Five law firms have teamed up to file a class-action law suit against Vibram, maker of the popular FiveFingers shoes, alleging that the […]
Broad Street Training: How to Perfect Your Running Form (Video)
It might seem like learning the correct technique for running would be like learning the correct technique for breathing (i.e. intuitive, innate). This is not […]
Play This: Rooftop Runner Online Game
Thank you, Runner’s World, for tipping me off to the completely cheesy, totally fun online video game Rooftop Runner, which I’m now obsessed with. The […]
Be Well Weekend: St. Paddy’s Races, Massage Workshop, Chi Running and More
Saturday • Burn calories (before you start guzzling beer) at these local St. Patrick’s Day races. • The Adrenaline 5K will run on Saturday in […]
Broad Street Training: What the Heck Is a Speed Workout?
When I trained for the Broad Street Run for the first time three years ago, I completely skipped the once-a-week speed workouts my training plan […]
To Do: Adrenaline 5K in Haddonfield
If you’ve never run a 5K, may I suggests the Brooks-cosponsored Adrenaline 5K in Haddonfield? The race is USA Track and Field-certified, which means it’ll […]
Nine St. Patrick’s Day Races Near Philadelphia
Itching to suit up in your best leprechaun garb and run a race on St. Paddy’s Day? Here are nine fun St. Patrick’s Day runs […]
To Do: Ladies Nights at Philadelphia Runner
The popular Ladies Night series is making its way back to all three of Philadelphia Runner’s locations in March. Go to check out the latest […]
Broad Street’s Bib Transfer Program Is Now Open
I certainly didn’t anticipate the Broad Street Run selling out in a whirlwind five hours last month. Talk about record-breaking. If you’re among the dejected […]