Fifty Miles in 24 Hours: The Warrior Yomp Returns November 7
The third annual Warrior Yomp on Nov. 7 covers up to 50 miles of DC trails with embassy checkpoints. Open to all, it raises money for veterans.
A Soggy Course Record at the 2026 Army Ten-Miler
Charlotte Richman set a women’s record and Edward Buck won the men’s race as rain soaked the 2026 Army Ten-Miler. See results, records and 7 years of stats.
Everything You Need to Know About the 2026 Marine Corps Marathon
The 51st Marine Corps Marathon is Sunday, October 25. Packet pickup, start times, course cutoffs, where to watch, and what’s new in 2026.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Where to Recycle Running Shoes in DC, Maryland, and Virginia
A guide to recycling and donating old running shoes in DC, Maryland, and Virginia, including drop off spots and how to know when your shoes are done.
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.