The Marathon Effect: How 26.2 Miles Is Fueling a New Running Boom

With the Chicago Marathon quickly approaching, there’s no better time to talk about the growing popularity of marathons and what some are calling the second running boom

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2027 Chicago Marathon To Host USATF Marathon Championships

USA Track and Field announced on Wednesday, Oct. 7, that the 2026 Chicago Marathon will be the site of the 2027 USATF Marathon Championships.

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NCAA Cross Country Roundup: The Last Two Weeks Of Racing Have Been Electric

Over the past two weeks, the collegiate cross country season has begun heating up.

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Every Brooks XC South Region Championship Winner Ever

The best high school athletes from the lower half of the country will compete in the 2026 Brooks XC South Championships, and here is a look back at the previous winners.

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Can Jacob Kiplimo Cap His Crazy Undefeated 2026 Season With A Marathon World Record In Chicago?

Jacob Kiplimo, at just 25-years-old, has had one of the best seasons in running history - and on Sunday, he could cap that off with a win and World Record in Chicago.

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The Weekend Recovery: Records Fall in St. Paul, Cross Country Excellence

From a record-setting USATF Road 10k Championship to cross country excellence, the first weekend of October was full of surprises. get caught up in The Weekend Recovery.

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2026 Chicago Marathon Elite Entries: Here Is Who's Running

The 2026 Bank of America Chicago Marathon is the most highly anticipated marathon of the fall season - with both American and World Records potentially at play.

2d ago

Every Brooks XC Midwest Region Championship Winner Ever

Dozens of high school athletes across the middle of the country will compete in the 2026 Brooks XC Midwest Championships, and here is a look back at the previous winners.

2d ago

Every Brooks XC Northeast Region Championship Winner Ever

2026 Brooks XC Northeast Championships is fast approaching, so here is a comprehensive list of every winner since 1979.

2d ago

There's No Such Thing as an Off Year in Track & Field

Now that this historic season is over, can we get rid of the term “off year”?

Oct 1

Have Boston Marathon Qualifying Standards Gone Too Far?

The Boston Athletics Association (BAA) released the cut-off time for Boston Marathon Qualifiers, which was 5 minutes and 17 seconds faster than the existing standards.

Oct 1

US Senate Passes Protect College Sports Act, What It Means

The United States Senate passed the Protect College Sports Act by a vote of 77-22, advancing landmark legislation to the House of Congress.

Sep 29

The Weekend Recovery: Assefa's Berlin Marathon

Between world record chases, the full swing of collegiate cross country and a massive upset in the high school ranks, get caught up in this week’s Weekend Recovery.

Sep 28

Tigst Assefa's World Record Attempt Slipped Away in Berlin

For 40 kilometres of the 2026 BMW Berlin Marathon, Tigst Assefa was on world-record pace, but an injury caused her to fall short, but she ran World #3 all-time and a PB.

Sep 27

Tigst Assefa Chases World Record | Berlin Marathon 2026 Live

Follow along for live updates and results during the 2026 Berlin Marathon.

Sep 27

Every World Record Set at the Berlin Marathon

From Christa Vahlensieck, Eliud Kipchoge, and Tigst Assefa, revisit all 13 marathon world records set in Berlin ahead of the 2026 BMW Berlin Marathon.

Sep 25

Assefa Eyes World Record, Men's Field Stacked For Berlin

The 52nd edition of the BMW Berlin Marathon is less than 48 hours away, and there's a very good chance that history will be made this weekend across the elite fields.

Sep 25

Tigst Assefa's Path To Attempting Marathon World Record

Tigst Assefa is back at the 2026 BMW Berlin Marathon to recapture what she already laid her claim to once before: the women’s marathon record

Sep 24

Kenenisa Bekele Scratches Out Of 2026 BMW Berlin Marathon

This morning it was announced that Kenenisa Bekele will not race the 2026 BMW Berlin Marathon after-all.

Sep 24

The BMW Berlin Marathon: Can Tigst Assefa Correct History?

Can Tigst Assefa correct history and reset the Marathon Women's World Record in Berlin this Sunday?

Sep 23

2026 Berlin Marathon Entries: Can Selemon Barega Mix It Up?

The 2026 BMW Berlin Marathon often promises fast racing conditions. Here is a look at the athletes who will run the 2026 BMW Berlin Marathon

Sep 22

Alabama On The RISE?! Rocky Hansen Moves To Number One!

The newest set of the FloTrack College XC Rankings have dropped - Alabama Men and Women climb, while Rocky Hansen assumes the top spot in the men's individual rankings.

Sep 22

Tigst Assefa Leads Way In 2026 BMW Berlin Marathon

When the world’s eyes settle on Germany’s capital for the famously fast BMW Berlin Marathon, Tigst Assefa will be at the center.

Sep 21

Ngetich Breaks World Record at World Road Running Champs

Agnes Ngetich broke the women-only half marathon world record, Dawit Seare stunned Jakob Ingebrigtsen in the Road 5K, and two freshmen made XC history in Terre Haute.

Sep 21

Kenenisa Bekele's Career Accolades Ahead Of Berlin Marathon

Kenenisa Bekele is back. The Ethiopian distance-running legend is set to participate in the 2026 BMW Berlin Marathon. It's time to take a look at his incredible career.

Sep 21

What's Streaming On FloTrack This Week? Sept. 21-27, 2026

FloTrack has a loaded weekend of live racing ahead, with a World Record attempt at the Berlin Marathon as well as XC and trail racing all streaming from Sept. 26-27.

Sep 21

U.S. Men and Women Medal in World Road Champs Half Marathon!

Emma Grace Hurley led the women's team to silver while Conner Mantz led the men's team to bronze in the half marathon World Athletics Road Champs.

Sep 20

What to Watch For At World Road Running Championships

This week at the World Athletics Road Running Championships, the world will be as hundreds of elite athletes compete in Copenhagen.

Sep 19

Hodgkinson, Thomas Get Athlos Crowns: 2026 Recap and Results

After a season of shattered records, the 2026 track and field season came to a close with Athlos London.

Sep 19