Mile News


New Master Lagat Still Wants to Be World Class

December 11, 2014

40 & older marks are second priority for two-time Olympic medalist and multiple U.S. record holder.

By Peter Gambaccini, Runner's World

In 2014, Bernard Lagat earned the silver medal at 3000 meters at the World Indoor Championships, kicked to another outdoor USA 5000 meter title,  and had a...

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Louie Zamperini’s Children: He Was Always an Athlete

December 10, 2014

On eve of 'Unbroken' release, they reflect on their father's running, his thoughts on the movie and his dedication to sport.

By Christine Fennessy, Runner's World

Louie Zamperini’s life hits big screens everywhere on Christmas Day. The movie, Unbroken, is based on Laura Hillenbrand’s...

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Running legend Dave Wottle was really a Miler

December 08, 2014

1972 Olympic 800m champion with numerous national Mile titles and world class times was one of the best at the storied distance

By Rick Schnittker

I first met Dave Wottle as a 15-year-old making a trip to the Ohio JC Summer State Meet in Canton, Ohio. I had qualified for the event with my...

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A Mile and Change

December 06, 2014

Running at the edge of your ability in a marathon feels like you will run out of gas; in the Mile, it feels like you’ll combust. The pain is more jagged.

By David Willey, Runner's World Editor-in-Chief

Earlier this year, I came out of my winter running hiatus thinking about a new goal....

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