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The FDA may soon lift its ban on injectable peptides

Six Minute Mile Staff April 8, 2026

If you’ve spent any time in online fitness circles lately, you’ve probably heard someone mention peptides. If you are wondering whether you’re missing out or dodging a bullet, the answer…

Our 6 Best Stories from March 2026

Six Minute Mile Staff April 6, 2026

Our monthly recap is here In case you missed them, we’re bringing you the most-loved stories from the last month. Friends don’t let friends skip important running advice. Cheers! Minute…

Maximize your Boston Marathon performance

Six Minute Mile Staff April 3, 2026

For a few ambitious athletes later this month, the 26.2-mile trip from Hopkinton to Boylston Street will be just a warm-up. Overachievers in the Double Boston challenge will run the…

You’re Probably Running Your Easy Run Too Fast

Ashley Arnold April 2, 2026

Yes, I know, you want that Strava segment PR, but is it really worth it? If you’re doing a speed workout, sure. But otherwise? Not so much. In fact, it’s…

4 Great Running Shoes on Sale Right Now

Six Minute Mile Staff March 31, 2026

Looking for a deal on your next pair of running shoes? We've got you covered with these four great everyday trainers on sale right now.

Get a jump on hot weather training

Six Minute Mile Staff March 31, 2026

Stepping into a 200-degree wooden room might seem like a strange way to unwind after a heavy training block, but voluntarily roasting yourself is rapidly becoming a staple for endurance…

33 Best Amazon Big Spring Sale Deals for Runners (2026)

Six Minute Mile Staff March 25, 2026

Amazon Big Spring Sale 2026 is live – Here are the 33 best deals for runners With spring weather arriving and marathon training in full swing, it’s the perfect time…

Joining a Local Racing Team Will Invigorate Your Running

Rebecca Trachsel March 17, 2026

If you want inspiration, camaraderie, training partners, and accountability, join a local racing team.

6 Great Super Shoes for Chasing PRs This Spring

Six Minute Mile Staff March 17, 2026

Here’s an overview of six great super shoes to chase road racing PRs this spring and summer.

Deja Vu: 4 Great 2025 Running Shoes at Bargain Prices

Six Minute Mile Staff March 4, 2026

Here are four great 2025 running shoes released last spring that you can find at a significant discount right now.

Our 6 Best Stories from February 2026

Six Minute Mile Staff March 2, 2026

Our monthly recap is here In case you missed them, we’re bringing you the most-loved stories from the last month. It’s our way of making sure that you don’t miss…

Avoid these common marathon blunders

Six Minute Mile Staff February 27, 2026

Running your first marathon is a bit like cooking the first pancake of the morning – usually not your best of the batch, but lots of valuable insights to dial…

Should you use resistance bands, dumbbells, or both?

Six Minute Mile Staff February 24, 2026

When building a home gym, the decision to choose one piece of equipment over another carries a lot of weight – literally. If you are debating between elastic and iron,…

What I Learned From Running My First Marathon

Rebecca Trachsel February 24, 2026

Here are some of the things I learned from running my first marathon, and some of the blunders I made.

Try the 10-20-30 method for fun and efficient exercise

Six Minute Mile Staff February 24, 2026

As much as we love grilled salmon served on a bed of brown rice, we wouldn’t want to eat it every day. Same goes for the regular fare of our…

My Three Favorite Weighted Strength Moves for Runners

Ashley Arnold February 12, 2026

And the Bowflex SelectTech 552 Review I don’t like going to the gym. It smells weird and I don’t like sharing equipment when I’m sweating—I sweat a lot. I also…

The Craziest Places We Run

Rebecca Trachsel February 10, 2026

An ode to some of the weirdest places I've ever run while training for a marathon.

Grab your spring sneakers without breaking the bank

Six Minute Mile Staff February 6, 2026

The only thing we like better than amazing new shoes is an amazing new deal on shoes. Rather than immediately splurging on the newest releases, we spent this week hunting for deals…

Turn down the noise for deeper sleep

Six Minute Mile Staff February 4, 2026

Pink noise, white noise, brown noise – sleep sounds come in more shades than a Pantone color wheel, and new research suggests we should pay closer attention to how loud…

Our 6 Best Stories from January 2026

Six Minute Mile Staff February 2, 2026

Our monthly recap is here Just in case you didn’t catch every one of our newsletters, we are once again bringing you the most-loved stories from the last month. It’s…

Smart Cold-Weather Running Tricks to Maintain Your Training

Rebecca Trachsel January 26, 2026

Here are some cold-weather running tricks to help you keep you warm before things warm up outside.

What is “Lüften” and can it make you healthier?

Six Minute Mile Staff January 23, 2026

With a blizzard bearing down on our Boston HQ this weekend, we realize it is a strange time to recommend opening every window in your house. But that’s exactly what…

Endurance training slows physical and brain aging

Six Minute Mile Staff January 20, 2026

During our conversation with Dr. Bubbs on the SMM Podcast (available on Spotify or Apple Podcasts), he emphasized that once athletes hit age 40, they need to work harder to avoid losing muscle mass.…

A pledge for safer winter running

Six Minute Mile Staff January 16, 2026

When we talk about a “safe space,” we’re usually referring to an emotional environment where people can feel secure and respected. In the winter, when snowbanks creep over sidewalks and…

Can We Please Share the Road Until Springtime?

Rebecca Trachsel January 12, 2026

For a brief time every winter, we runners are forced onto the roads with the rest of the world. Can't we all just get along and share the road?

Simple strategies for improving longevity

Six Minute Mile Staff January 7, 2026

Longevity may be a complicated subject to study, but according to a recent story from the BBC, simple changes to your daily habits can have a big impact. According to…

Our 6 Best Stories from December 2025

Six Minute Mile Staff January 1, 2026

Our monthly recap is here Just in case you didn’t catch every one of our newsletters, we are once again bringing you the most-loved stories from the last month. It’s…

Does the 2-2-2 workout add up to gains?

Six Minute Mile Staff December 23, 2025

If remembering your workout plan feels like trying to recall a forgotten password, the viral 2-2-2 method might be for you: “What’s Good (and What’s Overhyped) About the Viral 2-2-2…

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