Everything You Need to Know About the 2026 Army Ten-Miler
Running the Army Ten-Miler on Oct. 11? Get expo and packet pickup details, Metro and parking tips, course notes, and the best spots to watch in D.C.
What 239,794 Finishers Reveal About the Average Marine Corps Marathon Time
Every year, at the end of October, tens of thousands of runners gather on Route 110 between the Pentagon and Arlington National Cemetery. They wait in the predawn chill for the howitzer blast that sends them off toward Rosslyn, through Georgetown, up Rock Creek Park, through the National Mall and East Potomac Park, and back into Virginia for the final push up the hill to the Marine Corps War Memorial.
Maryland-based Swift Running Wants Carbon-Plated Shoes for Every Runner
Maryland-based Swift Running wants carbon-plated shoes cheap enough for every run. We talked with founder Pooja Bansal and put 50 miles on the EQUUS.
Where to Run a Turkey Trot in the DMV This Year
Seven turkey trots across D.C., Maryland, and Virginia for Thanksgiving 2026, with dates, distances, start times, and Metro access where it applies.
DC Half and 5K: What You Should Know
Everything you need to know before the DC Half and 5K, from packet pickup to race day schedules.
The Best Post-Run Coffee Shops in the DMV
Capital Runner readers voted on the best post-run coffee stops in the DMV. See the top five picks in DC, Northern Virginia, and Maryland, plus what to order.
Run Club Spotlight: Run Club Domestique
Run Club Domestiqueis a Friday evening crew that was founded on a simple principle: combine the discipline of running with the enjoyment of good company and great wine. Their routes start and end at a local wine store, Domestique, offering a refreshing conclusion to every run.
9 Running Books by DMV Authors
Nine runners from DC, Maryland, and Virginia wrote books about it. An Olympic Trials qualifier, an American record holder, and a self-described slow runner.
Run Club Spotlight: Run with Christ
You may have seen the Run with Christ Run Club if you are out near Union Station on Saturday mornings. The large group meets at Ebenezers for fellowship and prayer before setting out on their run. They were gracious enough to chat with us about the group and what makes them tick.
Mount Vernon Trail Named 2026 Hall of Fame Trail
Rails to Trails Conservancy, the country's largest trails, walking and bicycling advocacy organization, today announced that Virginia's Mount Vernon Trail will be the newest member of the organization's Hall of Fame after receiving 58% of the public vote.
The Whitman-Walker Health Walk & 5K to End HIV Turns 40
For forty years, Whitman-Walker Health has brought together walkers, runners, advocates, and patients for the annual Walk to End HIV. This year, to celebrate their 40th year, the Whitman-Walker team is reimagining the event to ensure it reflects the urgent need for continued investment in HIV prevention, treatment, research, and advocacy.
Run Club Spotlight: Falls Church Run Collective
This week’s Run Club Spotlight highlights an easy going and welcoming group in Falls Church, Virginia. The Falls Church Run Collective, which started in 2025, is a growing group that takes advantage of the W&OD Trail for their two weekly out and back runs.
Fall Ultramarathons Across the Mid-Atlantic
Seven fall ultramarathons across Maryland and Virginia, from a 24-hour trail race to a 100-miler along the New River. Dates, distances, and details.
No Car Needed: DMV’s Best Metro-Accessible Fall Races
Find DC, Maryland, and Virginia races reachable by Metro this fall, from the Army Ten-Miler to Rockville 10K. Dates, routes, and closest stops.
Runners Have Spoken: More of the Best DMV Hills to Run
The hills across the DMV that our readers swear by. Lace up and go get your workout in.
Running Past 40 in the DMV
Runners in their sixties and seventies are showing up to start lines in record numbers and clocking faster times. We spoke with local athletes to uncover the daily habits that build lasting endurance. Discover why true longevity requires treating recovery as training, making strength work mandatory, and measuring success by effort rather than pace.
The 5 Best Hills to Run in the DMV
Looking for the best hills to run in the DC area? Here are five DMV climbs for hill repeats and workouts, plus coach tips on how to run each one.
Best Running Playlists 2026: DC Bands Mix Plus an All-Purpose Running Playlist
Two running playlists for your next DC run: 20 songs from bands that got their start in the District, plus 20 more all-purpose favorites.
Run Club Spotlight: Bears on the Run DC
Finding community can be hard, and that is what makes run clubs such a great way to get out and meet people who share your interests. That’s the goal for Bears on the Run DC, a new group aiming to make an inclusive running community for those LBGTQIA+ runners who identify as bears, a friend, or an ally. We chatted with founder Justin Lopez to learn about his group and how runners can get involved.
East Potomac Golf Course Redesign: What DC Runners Could Lose on the Hains Point Loop
Trump's East Potomac golf course redesign could reshape the Hains Point loop DC runners know well. Here's what the lawsuit and tour photos reveal.