Eleven world records have fallen at the Summer Olympics in Rio de Janeiro as of Thursday morning. More records may be broken before the games wrap up on Aug. 21, but the top world marathon times are probably safe. The current world records — 2:02:57 for men and 2:17:42 for women — were set by […]
Eleven world records have fallen at the Summer Olympics in Rio de Janeiro as of Thursday morning. More records may be broken before the games wrap up on Aug. 21, but the top world marathon times are probably safe. The current world records — 2:02:57 for men and 2:17:42 for women — were set by […]
On a recent business trip, I asked the concierge at my hotel for advice about where to go running. “Are you training for a marathon?” he asked. Nope. I’m racing 5Ks, I told him. He gave me a puzzled look that said, but you look like a serious runner. It’s an idea that has become […]
On a recent business trip, I asked the concierge at my hotel for advice about where to go running. “Are you training for a marathon?” he asked. Nope. I’m racing 5Ks, I told him. He gave me a puzzled look that said, but you look like a serious runner. It’s an idea that has become […]
This is Strength in Numbers, a new column exploring the science of sports and athleticism. As this feature takes shape, I welcome your feedback, suggestions and news tips. Email me, leave suggestions in the comments section or tweet to me @CragCrest. Elite marathoners run through the pain Running can hurt. On Monday at the Boston […]
