RUNSPIRITED

This guide answers the most relevant questions runners and other endurance athletes have about LASIK surgery: how it compares to contact lenses, when it’s safe to train again, what risks to expect, and who’s truly a good candidate.

Setting running goals based on your experience and fitness level is critical. Knowing how to establish and reach the appropriate running objectives for your level of fitness guarantees that you remain on course, steer clear of injury and appreciate the journey.

As a masters athlete, I'm focused on doing as much during my “one wild and precious life,” as Mary Oliver wrote. For me and others, age is truly just a number.

Runners can benefit from regular cycling in numerous ways. Bike workouts help runners recover from long runs but also boost their fitness without the pounding from the roads. Here are some examples of cycling workouts for runners.

The trail and ultra running community is welcoming, passes knowledge down from experienced to new runners and is incredibly supportive.

The Canyons-UTMB 50K is part of the race weekend that also offers 100-miler, 100K and 25K options. The 50K course has roughly 5,000 feet of elevation gain on a mix of smooth California dreamin’ single track, along with some rocky sections and several miles on roads between the start-finish area and the trails.

The Hoka Mafate X trail running shoe has a forked carbon fiber plate, higher bed of cushioning, and a very responsive feel.

Running offers a perfect counterbalance to the sedentary nature of online gaming, promoting both physical and mental well-being.

Many marathon runners want to run the Boston Marathon. Here's what you need to know about qualifying, the deadlines and 12 races (one per month) that are geared toward getting you your Boston qualifier.

Amy Rusiecki, the race director for the Vermont 100 and several other ultras, learns from other RDs and also gives back by providing ideas to others.