https://stridecount.com/2026-08-21https://stridecount.com/share-home.svg https://stridecount.com/news/lessons-learned-first-time/2026-08-21https://stridecount.com/share-lessons-learned-first-time.svgGirl, lady, woman, madame, model, thin. Athletics backgroundExperienced runners share tips and advice for those training for their first marathon, covering topics such as choosing the right time of year, the importance of long runs, and proper nutrition... https://stridecount.com/news/defending-champions-return-nyc/2026-08-21https://stridecount.com/share-defending-champions-return-nyc.svgFemale, athletic, fit. AthleticsReigning champions Hellen Obiri and Benson Kipruto will defend their titles at the 2026 NYC Marathon, facing strong competition from other elite runners (Source: Runner's World) https://stridecount.com/news/building-endurance-strong-marathon/2026-08-21https://stridecount.com/share-building-endurance-strong-marathon.svgDynamic shot of a male swimmer in mid-competition, showcasing skill and determination. Athletics...Accumulating time on feet can help runners develop resilience and stay strong throughout a marathon (Source: Runner's World) https://stridecount.com/news/canadian-ultra-trail-runner/2026-08-21https://stridecount.com/share-canadian-ultra-trail-runner.svgA blue baseball bat surrounded by white practice balls lying on green grass outdoors. Athletics...Emilie Mann is set to take on a 174-kilometer race through the French Alps with over 9,900 meters of elevation gain, and she's meticulously planning every detail to ensure success https://stridecount.com/news/strength-training-runners/2026-08-20https://stridecount.com/share-strength-training-runners.svgA youth baseball game in progress with kids playing on a sunny day, wearing protective gear...As runners age, strength training becomes increasingly important to maintain a strong stride and prevent injury. A physical therapist and strength coach recommends a combination of mobility and... https://stridecount.com/news/nike-pegasus-plus-review/2026-08-20https://stridecount.com/share-nike-pegasus-plus-review.svgBaseball player in action running towards a base during a daytime game with spectators...The Nike Pegasus Plus 2 is a new running shoe that aims to deliver race-day thrills without sacrificing easy running comfort. With its exposed Air unit in the forefoot and updated upper, this shoe... https://stridecount.com/news/saucony-running-shoes-speed/2026-08-20https://stridecount.com/share-saucony-running-shoes-speed.svgJogging, run, sport, jog, sporty, race. Athletics SportsSaucony offers a range of running shoes for different needs and preferences, from daily training to racing (Source: Runner's World) https://stridecount.com/news/athletissima-lausanne-diamond-league/2026-08-20https://stridecount.com/share-athletissima-lausanne-diamond-league.svgClose-up of athlete resting on track, showcasing pink sports shoes in warm sunlight. Athletics...The 2026 Wanda Diamond League resumes with the Athletissima Lausanne meet on Friday, August 21, featuring various track and field events (Source: LetsRun.com) https://stridecount.com/news/kamila-skolimowska-memorial-meet/2026-08-20https://stridecount.com/share-kamila-skolimowska-memorial-meet.svgTwo female athletes competing in an intense field hockey match outdoors. AthleticsThe 2026 Wanda Diamond League continues with the Kamila Skolimowska Memorial meet in Silesia on August 23. (Source: LetsRun.com) https://stridecount.com/news/york-city-marathon-pro/2026-08-20https://stridecount.com/share-york-city-marathon-pro.svgWoman, action, marathon, running, asphalt, athlete. Athletics professional photographyNew York Road Runners has unveiled the professional athlete field for the 2026 TCS New York City Marathon, featuring defending champions Hellen Obiri, Benson Kipruto, and Marcel Hug. The lineup... https://stridecount.com/news/diamond-league-returns-loaded/2026-08-20https://stridecount.com/share-diamond-league-returns-loaded.svgDynamic scene of young soccer players vying for control in a competitive outdoor match...The Diamond League resumes this weekend in Lausanne, Switzerland, with a packed schedule featuring top athletes from around the world. The men's 5000m and 800m events are expected to be... https://stridecount.com/news/four-men-teams-watch/2026-08-20https://stridecount.com/share-four-men-teams-watch.svgCar key, inner space, leather, car, fitting, star. Athletics technologyThe upcoming NCAA cross country season is expected to be highly competitive, with several top teams vying for the championship title. In this article, we take a closer look at four men's teams... https://stridecount.com/news/how-run-walk-method/2026-08-19https://stridecount.com/share-how-run-walk-method.svgSport, marathon, beh, team, athletics, health. Athletics SportsThe run/walk method is not just for beginners-it can help runners of all levels achieve personal records in half marathons by keeping legs fresh and improving pacing. (Source: Runner's World) https://stridecount.com/news/how-eliminate-odors-running/2026-08-19https://stridecount.com/share-how-eliminate-odors-running.svgHurdles, track, race, competition, running, obstacle. AthleticsRunning shoes can develop stubborn odors due to sweat, heat, and bacteria. This article provides practical solutions to combat shoe funk, including drying techniques, cleaning methods, and the... https://stridecount.com/news/edmonton-marathon-course-found/2026-08-19https://stridecount.com/share-edmonton-marathon-course-found.svgRace, marathon, runners, athletes, fitness, people. AthleticsRace officials admit a miscalculation in course adjustments due to a construction detour resulted in both the marathon and half-marathon being longer than certified. The error affected athletes... https://stridecount.com/news/nike-elite-alphafly-racing/2026-08-19https://stridecount.com/share-nike-elite-alphafly-racing.svgCycling, road bike, women, sports, racing, speed. AthleticsNike’s Alphafly 3, a top-tier racing shoe with elite-level technology, is now available at a rare discount of over 40% for both men’s and women’s sizes. The shoe features advanced materials and a... https://stridecount.com/news/edmonton-half-marathon-course/2026-08-19https://stridecount.com/share-edmonton-half-marathon-course.svgAthletics, rings, free, desktop backgrounds, sport, full. Athletics backgroundRunners and officials disagree over the distance of the Edmonton Half Marathon, with some claiming the course was too long and others insisting it was accurately measured. (Source: Runner's World) https://stridecount.com/news/balance-1080v15-vs-hoka/2026-08-19https://stridecount.com/share-balance-1080v15-vs-hoka.svgShoe, to run, sport, sports, resistance, gym. Athletics SportsTwo max-cushioned daily trainers, the New Balance 1080v15 and the Hoka Clifton 11, are compared to help runners decide which shoe is best for their foot type and running needs. https://stridecount.com/news/join-magic-walt-disney/2026-08-19https://stridecount.com/share-join-magic-walt-disney.svgWheelchair racing, paralympics, race, wheelchair, marathon, disabled sports. Athletics SportsGet ready to run through the iconic Disney theme parks and experience the magic of racing with beloved characters. (Source: Runner's World) https://stridecount.com/news/athletics-european-championships-recap/2026-08-19https://stridecount.com/share-athletics-european-championships-recap.svgFour soccer balls on an outdoor field near goalposts, ideal for sports themes. Athletics equipmentThe European Athletics Championships in Birmingham saw several notable performances, including Andreas Almgren's historic 10,000m victory and Mark English's first Irish men's gold in the 800m. https://stridecount.com/news/altra-running-shoes-runners/2026-08-18https://stridecount.com/share-altra-running-shoes-runners.svgHeadlights, xenon, automobile, suv, vehicle, white. Athletics technologyAltra, a brand known for its zero-drop shoes, has expanded its offerings to include models with a 4mm drop. The brand's evolution has drawn the zero-drop-curious to its products. Here are the best... https://stridecount.com/news/run-clubs-fall-short/2026-08-18https://stridecount.com/share-run-clubs-fall-short.svgAction shot of a women's field hockey game outdoors under daylight. Athletics SportsA writer's experience with run clubs highlights the disconnect between their social promise and reality. (Source: Runner's World) https://stridecount.com/news/altra-vanish-carbon-super/2026-08-18https://stridecount.com/share-altra-vanish-carbon-super.svgBaseball, player, pitcher, ball, athlete, field. Athletics SportsAltra's latest racing shoe, the Vanish Carbon 3, combines a fast and stable design with a rocker profile and PEBA foam, while maintaining the brand's focus on natural foot shape. https://stridecount.com/news/downhill-training-endurance-key/2026-08-18https://stridecount.com/share-downhill-training-endurance-key.svgWomen, running, race, racing, athletes, female atheletes. Athletics SportsUltrarunner and coach David Roche shares his approach to downhill training as a way to build durability and prepare for long-distance races. (Source: Runner's World) https://stridecount.com/news/marathon-runners-share-expert/2026-08-18https://stridecount.com/share-marathon-runners-share-expert.svgPerfectly timed shot while a man is about to lift the shuttle. AthleticsTop American marathoners share their advice for recreational runners to optimize their training plans, diets, and recovery strategies. (Source: Runner's World) https://stridecount.com/news/british-runner-wins-bronze/2026-08-18https://stridecount.com/share-british-runner-wins-bronze.svgAchieve, woman, girl, jumping, running, sports. AthleticsAbbie Donnelly overcame a shoe emergency to win a historic bronze medal in the European Marathon Championships, becoming the first British woman to achieve this feat. (Source: Runner's World) https://stridecount.com/news/euro-champs-final-day/2026-08-18https://stridecount.com/share-euro-champs-final-day.svgDynamic action shot of a woman hurdling indoors, showcasing strength and agility. Athletics...Athletes from around the world gathered in Birmingham, England, for the final day of the Euro Champs. The event saw several athletes claim gold medals in their respective events. https://stridecount.com/news/us-olympic-trials-return/2026-08-18https://stridecount.com/share-us-olympic-trials-return.svgMen's running competition.. Athletics championships 1940 . AthleticsThe 2028 US Olympic Trials will be held in Eugene, Oregon, from June 17-22, 2028, marking the sixth consecutive Trials to be held in the city. However, the event will be condensed to six days... https://stridecount.com/news/euro-champs-day-recap/2026-08-17https://stridecount.com/share-euro-champs-day-recap.svgA close-up of Matthew Hudson-Smith's victorious face, set in a triumphant expression, as he...Matthew Hudson-Smith secured his third 400m gold medal at the Euro Champs, while Emma Zapletalová dominated the 400m hurdles to claim the title. (Source: Track and Field News) https://stridecount.com/news/euro-champs-day-az/2026-08-17https://stridecount.com/share-euro-champs-day-az.svgA close-up of a triple jump athlete's feet, seen from behind, mid-action, with the athlete's...Andy Díaz Hernández has set a new world-leading triple jump record at the European Championships in Birmingham, falling just 6 inches short of Jonathan Edwards' 31-year-old World Record. https://stridecount.com/news/euro-champs-day-hal/2026-08-17https://stridecount.com/share-euro-champs-day-hal.svgA close-up of Bence Halász's triumphant mid-action, as he whirls the hammer overhead, his...Hungary's Bence Halász won the hammer throw with a world-leading 276-5 (84.25), a national record, moving him to No. 10 all-time. Germany's Merlin Hummel took silver with 266-9 (81.30), while... https://stridecount.com/news/euro-champs-day-ingebrigtsen/2026-08-17https://stridecount.com/share-euro-champs-day-ingebrigtsen.svgA close-up of Jakob Ingebrigtsen's determined face, his eyes fixed on the track ahead, as he...Norwegian athlete Jakob Ingebrigtsen made a triumphant return to competition, claiming his fourth European title in the 5000 meters at the Euro Champs in Birmingham. Ingebrigtsen, who had been... https://stridecount.com/news/audrey-werro-european-800m-ff8e4d/2026-08-17https://stridecount.com/share-audrey-werro-european-800m-ff8e4d.svgA close-up, low-angle shot of a female athlete's upper body, cropped at the shoulders, as she...Audrey Werro secured her first major title with a championship-record 1:54.81 in the European 800m final, outpacing defending champion Keely Hodgkinson (1:55.01) in a tactical masterclass. Femke... https://stridecount.com/news/european-800m-final-set-c1925e/2026-08-17https://stridecount.com/share-european-800m-final-set-c1925e.svgA female athlete's anonymous back and shoulders are partially obscured by the scoreboard's...The European 800m final is set to take place on Friday, featuring a highly anticipated battle between Olympic champion Keely Hodgkinson and 22-year-old Audrey Werro of Switzerland. Werro has been... https://stridecount.com/news/habtom-samuel-shatters-course-f77740/2026-08-17https://stridecount.com/share-habtom-samuel-shatters-course-f77740.svgA runner in mid-stride, arms pumping rhythmically, races along a sunlit asphalt road with a...Eritrea's Habtom Samuel set a new course record at the 2026 Falmouth Road Race with a time of 30:53, while Kenya's Pamela Kosgei narrowly edged out Jess McClain in the women's race with a time of... https://stridecount.com/news/jonah-koech-denies-doping-da89a7/2026-08-17https://stridecount.com/share-jonah-koech-denies-doping-da89a7.svgA mid-action, three-quarter view of a middle-distance runner, their anonymous face obscured by a...US middle-distance runner Jonah Koech has claimed he did not dope despite accepting a 3-year ban from the U.S. Anti-Doping Agency (USADA). Koech's case has sparked controversy after he admitted... https://stridecount.com/news/simon-rosselli-perfect-timing-3b1344/2026-08-16https://stridecount.com/share-simon-rosselli-perfect-timing-3b1344.svgDynamic action shot of a male athlete executing a long jump in a stadium setting. AthleticsSimon Rosselli, a Washingtonian athlete, saved his discus career long for the biggest moment at the World U20 Championships, securing gold with a throw of 217-9 (66.39) and setting new American... https://stridecount.com/news/euro-champs-day-recap-fa10d2/2026-08-16https://stridecount.com/share-euro-champs-day-recap-fa10d2.svgAudi, suv, white, elegant, automobile, car. Athletics technologyDay 4 of the Euro Champs saw several standout performances, including Amy Hunt's sprint double and Kristjan Čeh's dominance in the discus throw. (Source: Track and Field News) https://stridecount.com/news/brown-credits-sec-rival-708921/2026-08-16https://stridecount.com/share-brown-credits-sec-rival-708921.svgHockey, helmet, face, sport, portrait, grid. Athletics close upLe’Ezra Brown, the new World Junior 110m hurdles champion, says a friendly rivalry with SEC teammate Ja’Kobe Tharp sparked his record-tying 12.72 run in Eugene, highlighting his comeback from... https://stridecount.com/news/european-championships-day-meet-75b874/2026-08-16https://stridecount.com/share-european-championships-day-meet-75b874.svgFemale athlete captured mid-landing in the long jump event during a sunny sports meet. 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