Sarah Lorge Butler
Sarah Lorge Butler is a writer and editor living in Eugene, Oregon, and her stories about the sport, its trends, and fascinating individuals have appeared in Runner’s World since 2005. She is the author of two popular fitness books, Run Your Butt Off! and Walk Your Butt Off!
The Marathon Project Will Return in 2025—With an Extra Race for Sub-Elite Runners
The first edition gave pros a chance to run fast during COVID. Now the race is back, with wider appeal.
Pro Runners Are Asking: Is My Agent Worth the Fee?
At the peak of their careers, some athletes are taking control—and holding on to more of their earnings.
USATF to Elect New President Amid Financial Questions
Two Olympians vie for the volunteer position on the board of directors, which oversees the national office and sets the vision for the organization.
Major Changes Coming to Northern Arizona Elite
The Flagstaff-based pro training group, sponsored by Hoka, is parting ways with eight athletes—and its founder.
Marathoner Sara Hall Smashes Her Own American Masters Record
Dec 17, 2024.
After Drug Ban, Shelby Houlihan Prepares for Return to Racing
Shoes & Gear.
Boston Red Sox Manager Completes Half Marathon
Alex Cora went the distance, averaging 9:25 per mile pace for 13.1.
Matt Choi Apologizes for Running with E-Bikes on New York City Marathon Course
The influencer said in a video posted to Instagram, “I have no excuses. Full stop.”
Influencer Disqualified From New York City Marathon After He Ran With Unauthorized E-Bikes Filming Him
Matt Choi, who has 405,000 followers on Instagram and 466,000 on TikTok, is barred from competing in future New York Road Runner events.
Des Linden Finishes 11th at the 2024 New York City Marathon
She was the fourth American and the second masters runner.
Cult Hero Noah Droddy Retires: “I’m Just So Grateful That It Worked Out”
He had planned to run in the elite field of the New York City Marathon on November 3, but the competitive fires have dimmed.
Family Remembers Runner Killed in Nashville: “We Can’t Be Afraid”
Alyssa Lokits made it her life’s mission to lift people up, and her sister-in-law says she would have wanted women to return to running.
Running Community Mourns the Loss of Athlete and Advocate Killed in Nashville
Sep 20, 2024.
Six-Time NCAA Champion Parker Valby Signs With New Balance
She’ll train in Boston with other Olympians and be coached by Mark Coogan.
Olympic Trials 1500-Meter Champion Nikki Hiltz Joins Grand Slam Track
Competition in the new league, founded by American sprint great Michael Johnson, begins in April 2025.
Matthew Centrowitz, 2016 Olympic 1500-Meter Gold Medalist, Runs 2:24:36 at Chicago Marathon
He was pacing Keira D’Amato before she dropped out, and he then led the way for other top American women.
Susanna Sullivan, America’s Fastest Teacher, Leads American Women at the Chicago Marathon
She runs a PR by more than 2:30 and nails the 2025 World Championships standard.
World Record! Ruth Chepngetich Is the Women’s Winner of the Chicago Marathon in 2:09:56
Races - Places.
Keira D’Amato Drops Out of the Chicago Marathon
Aug 26, 2024.
Man Runs 79.38 Times Around His Chicago Block, a Marathon Before the Chicago Marathon
Matt Brusich raised more than $11,000 for Lincoln Park Community Services. And now he’s free to be a spectator during the best day of the year in the Windy City.
Keira D’Amato Has an Olympic Champion as a Pacer for Chicago
Sep 13, 2024.
Sinclaire Johnson Is at a Crossroads in Her Career
The 2022 U.S. champion in the 1500 meters has a simple mandate for the next year: Get healthy, stay healthy.
Ultrarunner Camille Herron’s Primary Sponsor Lululemon Drops Her After Wikipedia Scandal
Herron also holds a volunteer role with USATF, and it is unclear if her position with the governing body of track and field is in jeopardy.
The Cutoff Time for the 2025 Boston Marathon is 6:51, a Post-Pandemic High
Dec 17, 2024.
April Marathons for Boston Qualifiers Who Miss the Cutoff
Won’t be in Hopkinton in 2025? Race another marathon instead—and maybe improve your BQ time for 2026.
Nike Continues Shuffle of Pro Coaches
Pete Julian’s Union Athletics Club will move to Colorado.
Olympic Medalist Molly Seidel Is Taking the Slow Road Back
After surgery for appendicitis, she’s on the mend and thinking ahead four years.
Marathoner Dakotah Lindwurm Connects With the Boy Who Inspired Her at Olympics
Sep 24, 2024.
NAU Coach Mike Smith: “I Want to Zero in My Focus”
The successful college coach will move to coaching only pros in 2025. Here’s what was behind the shift.
Boston Marathon Updates Finish Cutoff Time to 5:30 p.m.
The change in policy allows every runner to know exactly the time they have to beat.
Northern Arizona University Coach Mike Smith Will Become a Nike Coach in 2025
His current pros who represent other shoe companies will be allowed to continue training with him.
In Search Of: Young Boy Who Inspired Dakotah Lindwurm at 35K
She guessed he’s about 10, American, and he was screaming her name and running alongside her. She owes him a high-five.