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None could withstand Rayner’s finish, however. Clear at the bell, he held on to win by some 20 metres from Clifford, with Chignell, Robinson and O’Donnell following. The post Of This And That: A Column by Len Johnson appeared first on Runner's Tribe. Read more »

Anaerobic threshold is, seemingly, a well understood concept. The focus on this threshold could be described as excessive in the world of middle-distance running, viewed by some as a shortcut to exceptional performance outcomes. Training at, or above, this threshold is a key consideration in the programs of all distance… Read more »

Though I have referenced issues relating to the heart in some previous articles for Runner’s Tribe, I have not discussed this topic in any depth. This article is dedicated to a closer examination of contemporary research into the heart health of mature endurance athletes, building upon Parts One and Two… Read more »

Australians know ‘schoolies’ as the week-long celebration for high school graduates that takes place after final exams in late November and early December. The same calendar period brings the Australian All Schools championships. ‘Schoolies’ for high school athletes, if you like. Except for one thing: you only get one chance… Read more »

Lucja Leonard, often known as "Running Dutchie," is a remarkable ultrarunner who has achieved extraordinary milestones in her running journey. Originally from the Netherlands, she began her fitness journey as a novice and grew into a formidable presence in the ultrarunning community. Leonard is renowned for completing some of the… Read more »

Peyton Craig’s journey to becoming one of Australia’s most promising middle-distance runners is a tale of persistence, overcoming setbacks, and achieving greatness. The 19-year-old Sunshine Coast native recently made waves in the athletics world by clocking a personal best of 1:44.12 in the 800m at the Track Night Vienna in… Read more »

Jakob Ingebrigsten took out his third European Cross Country title in Antalya, Turkiye ahead of Yemanebehran Crippa of Italy, with Spain winning the Men’s Team title. Nadia Battocletti of Italy won the Women’s Title ahead of Konstanze Klosterhalfen of Germany, with Italy also winning the Women’s Team Title. Results via… Read more »

Evan Jager, born March 8, 1989, in Algonquin, Illinois, is one of the most accomplished American runners in the 3000m steeplechase. Jager’s journey to the top began in high school, where he won four Illinois state championships, demonstrating his talent early on. After a year at the University of Wisconsin-Madison… Read more »

Carlos Del Pino is a seasoned marathoner who has made a name for himself in the running community through his consistent performances and his role as an ambassador for the Irving Marathon. The post RT Snap Q & A Series: Carlos Del Pino | Beyond the Miles: The Marathoner Who’s… Read more »

Malindi Elmore, a former 1500m Olympian, transitioned to marathon running and became one of Canada’s top marathoners. After a successful debut in 2019 with a 2:32:15 finish, she shattered the Canadian women’s marathon record in 2020 with a 2:24:50 time at the Valencia Marathon. Elmore's journey includes balancing training with… Read more »