https://stridecount.com/2026-08-20https://stridecount.com/share-home.svg https://stridecount.com/news/york-city-marathon-pro/2026-08-20https://stridecount.com/share-york-city-marathon-pro.svg2026 New York City Marathon Pro Fields AnnouncedNew 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.svgDiamond League Returns with Loaded US 5000 and 800 EventsThe 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 particularly... https://stridecount.com/news/four-men-teams-watch/2026-08-20https://stridecount.com/share-four-men-teams-watch.svgFour Men's Teams to Watch in the 2026 NCAA Cross Country SeasonThe 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 that... https://stridecount.com/news/kamila-skolimowska-memorial-meet/2026-08-20https://stridecount.com/share-kamila-skolimowska-memorial-meet.svg2026 Kamila Skolimowska Memorial Meet Schedule and EntriesThe 2026 Wanda Diamond League continues with the Kamila Skolimowska Memorial meet in Silesia on August 23. (Source: LetsRun.com) https://stridecount.com/news/how-run-walk-method/2026-08-19https://stridecount.com/share-how-run-walk-method.svgHow the Run/Walk Method Can Help You Achieve a Half Marathon PRThe 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.svgHow to Eliminate Odors from Running Shoes: Expert Tips and Top DeodorizersRunning 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 best... https://stridecount.com/news/edmonton-marathon-course-found/2026-08-19https://stridecount.com/share-edmonton-marathon-course-found.svgEdmonton Marathon Course Found 674.7 Meters Too Long After Official ReviewRace 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.svgNike’s Elite Alphafly 3 Racing Shoe Now Over 40% Off in Rare SaleNike’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.svgEdmonton Half Marathon Course Measurement DisputeRunners 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.svgNew Balance 1080v15 vs. Hoka Clifton 11: Choosing the Best Daily Trainer for Your FootTwo 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.svgJoin the Magic of Walt Disney World Marathon Weekend with Runner's WorldGet 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.svgAthletics: European Championships RecapThe 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.svgAltra Running Shoes for Runners Who Hate Cramped ToesAltra, 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.svgRun Clubs Fall Short of Social PromiseA 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.svgAltra's Vanish Carbon 3: A Super Shoe with a Natural Foot-Shaped FitAltra'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.svgDownhill Training for Endurance: A Key to Late-Race PerformanceUltrarunner 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.svgMarathon Runners Share Expert Advice for Racing Your Best 26.2Top 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.svgBritish Runner Wins Bronze Medal in European Marathon Championships Despite Last-Minute Shoe...Abbie 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.svgEuro Champs Final Day - 4th Gold For Hunt, 4th Straight For MondoAthletes 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.svg2028 US Olympic Trials Return to Eugene, But With ChangesThe 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, with... https://stridecount.com/news/euro-champs-day-recap/2026-08-17https://stridecount.com/share-euro-champs-day-recap.svgEuro Champs Day 3 Recap: Hudson-Smith Wins Third 400m Gold, Zapletalová Takes 400H TitleMatthew 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.svgEuro Champs Day 6 - Díaz Hernández Within 6 Inches Of TJ WRAndy 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.svgEuro Champs Day 2 - Halász Whirls To No. 10 All-TimeHungary'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.svgEuro Champs Day 1 - Ingebrigtsen Comes Roaring BackNorwegian 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/competition/2026-08-20 https://stridecount.com/marks-records/2026-08-20 https://stridecount.com/about/ https://stridecount.com/sources-and-methods/ https://stridecount.com/corrections/