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What the “No Days Off” Approach Gets Wrong
Run streaks can be super impressive, but they’re not for everyone.
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Ashley Mateo
Embrace the Post-Race Blues
Your race is over, and that’s a bummer. What next?
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Ashley Mateo
New York City Marathon Recap
New York, New York, I love you so much.
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Ashley Mateo
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October 2023
We All Need to Stop With Running Imposter Syndrome
You're a runner! And you're a runner!
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Ashley Mateo
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How Quickly Do You Lose Running Fitness?
Yes, a break will lead to detraining—but that doesn’t justify skipping the time off.
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Ashley Mateo
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St. George Marathon Recap
This downhill course through Utah’s otherworldly landscape is a 10/10.
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Ashley Mateo
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How to Keep Your Love of Running From Becoming An Obsession
The elusive “runner’s high” can be as addictive as the term implies.
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Ashley Mateo
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September 2023
What Is Mental Toughness, Anyway?
It’s not just about pushing through every obstacle.
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Ashley Mateo
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Is It Time to Replace Your Running Shoes?
There's no expected lifespan for a shoe—here's how to figure out if you've killed a pair.
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Ashley Mateo
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UTMB Recap
Turns out, spectating an ultramarathon is a different kind of ultramarathon.
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Ashley Mateo
August 2023
What’s So Wrong With a ‘Girl Dinner’?
I fully support this lazy approach to fueling.
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Ashley Mateo
How Much Does Music Help Your Workouts?
The right song and beat can push you to run stronger—and to enjoy your workout more.
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Ashley Mateo
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