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.
How to Join a Running Club in the DMV
Whether you just moved to the area or you are looking to spice up your daily runs, joining a run club can open up a community you may have been missing out on. But where to start? Every run club is different: if you want to run faster or slower, if you want a morning coffee crew, or maybe you’re interested in a drinking club with a running problem, there is probably (definitely) a group running in DC, Maryland, or Virginia that ticks all the boxes.
Last-Minute Father's Day Gifts for the Runner in Your Life
Father's Day lands this Sunday, and if the dad on your list logs miles, you still have time to get this right. Here are thirteen things runners actually use, sorted by where they fit into the day.
Run the Monuments: A First-Timer's Guide to Running DC's Most Iconic Miles
New to running in Washington DC? This guide walks you through the best running route past the Lincoln Memorial, Capitol, Tidal Basin, and more, with tips on distance, parking, Metro access, and the best time to run.
How to Train for a Fall Marathon in DC's Summer Heat
So you signed up for a fall marathon, and now that temps are hitting 80 and 90 degrees, you are realizing just how miserable training in the summer months can be. Here’s how you survive.
A Race Calendar for DC-Area Runners
The Capital Runner Race Calendar is a free, regularly updated list of road and trail races across the Mid-Atlantic region. Find your next race or submit one that belongs on the calendar.
The 2025 Capital Runner Gift Guide: Stuff Runners Actually Want
Whether you're shopping for someone training for their first race, a veteran chasing another PR, or treating yourself after a solid training block, these recommendations cut through the noise of running retail to focus on what actually matters.
The Ultimate Guide to Running in Washington, D.C.
Step onto the Mall at sunrise, and you'll get it immediately. Runners are already circling the monuments, headlamps cutting through the pre-dawn darkness. By 7:00 AM, the trails are buzzing. And by evening? The paths are still packed with people chasing miles between their day jobs and whatever comes next.