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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…

Set Yourself Up for Consistent Success in 2026: How to build running goals that actually stick

Ashley Arnold December 23, 2025

Aim for consistent training in 2026 with these helpful insights.

25 of The Best, Worst & Weirdest Holiday Gifts Runners Have Received

Rebecca Trachsel December 22, 2025

Here are some of the coolest and craziest holiday gifts runners have received through the years.

Six Minute Mile Last-Minute Holiday Gift Guide

Six Minute Mile Staff December 19, 2025

Still have holiday gift shopping to do? Browse through the deals in our Last-Minute Holiday Gift Guide.

Unlock fitness benefits with skiing

Six Minute Mile Staff December 16, 2025

Earlier this year when we conducted our reader survey, we learned that skiing is the fourth favorite outdoor activity among SMM readers (behind hiking, cycling, and swimming). That got us…

Running on the Treadmill: Friend, Foe, or Frenemy?

Rebecca Trachsel December 9, 2025

Love it or hate it, running on the treadmill can be a necessary evil for a marathon runner.

5 Emerging Running Trends for 2026

Six Minute Mile Staff December 5, 2025

Here is a quick look at five key running trends that will emerge in 2026 based on what we saw at The Running Event trade show.

Control blood glucose to fight fatigue

Six Minute Mile Staff December 3, 2025

If you thought that Thanksgiving table discussions about politics were fraught, try asking a room of nutritionists for their opinion on carbs. Some will argue that low is the way…

Blue light at night might not be the sleep nightmare we thought

Six Minute Mile Staff December 3, 2025

We’ve all been there: lying in bed, bathed in the glow of a screen, scrolling algorithmic feeds until 2 am. For years, we’ve heard that blue light is the enemy…

Our 6 Best Stories from November 2025

Six Minute Mile Staff December 1, 2025

Our monthly recap is here Just in case you didn’t read every one of the newsletters we sent this month, we are once again bringing you the most-loved stories from…

Winter weather shouldn’t freeze your training

Six Minute Mile Staff November 28, 2025

For folks who love variety and exploration, the treadmill can feel a bit like a medieval torture device. “Dreadmill” might be a more fitting name for those who’ve been resisting…

The Best Black Friday Deals on Running Gear

Six Minute Mile Staff November 27, 2025

We've searched the web for the best Black Friday Deals on running shoes, watches, treadmills, and more.

5 Ways to Get the Most Out of Your Treadmill Running

Ashley Arnold November 25, 2025

Like it or not, treadmill running season is upon us. Here are five expert tips to ensure continuity and enjoyment while running indoors.

Join the American Thanksgiving Tradition and Run a Turkey Trot

Six Minute Mile Staff November 20, 2025

What are Americans grateful for on Thanksgiving Day? Family, food, football, and turkey trot fun runs!

Your Race is Over. You Go Home. You Process. Now What?

Rebecca Trachsel November 19, 2025

Feeling down after your race? Here are 10 tips to help you ward off the post-race blues.

New Six Minute Mile Run Club Launches

Six Minute Mile Staff November 18, 2025

Six Minute Mile launches an all-new run club bringing expert coaching, community, and exclusive race perks to runners everywhere.

The Six Minute Mile Holiday Gift Guide for Runners

Six Minute Mile Staff November 14, 2025

Don’t stress about shopping for your running-obsessed friends and family members—or yourself, wink wink!—we’ve got you covered with the gifts runners want and the gifts runners need.

You might need a harder warmup for your next 5K

Six Minute Mile Staff November 14, 2025

Doing a track workout the day before a race is a bad idea. Doing one on race morning, however, may actually boost performance. Researchers have found that doing 3x250M repeats…

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