Harry Styles to run 250km desert race Marathon des Sables

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, ​ ​Running News : Training Tips : Training Plans : Shoes+Gear : YouTube : Podcast​ Newsletter #775: Wednesday, 1st April 2026 Hey runners, today's newsletter is a reminder of just how wide the running world has become. ​ ​Harry Styles is trading stadium tours for 250 kilometers in the Sahara after breaking three hours in Berlin, while the sport also grapples with harder news as former NYC Marathon champion Albert Korir receives a five-year doping ban. Elsewhere, innovation and experimentation are everywhere—from a new elimination-style ultra that sounds brutally unforgiving to adidas developing shoes alongside disabled athletes. We've also got practical reads to help you train smarter, including plyometrics for speed, how to actually use HRV data, and why even a 30-minute run can move the needle more than you think. Jessy Carveth Senior News Editor, Marathon Handbook ​Sub-3-Hour Marathoner Harry Styles Is Running the Marathon des Sables​ He ran Berlin in 2:59. Now he's signed up for 250km through the Sahara. We've got the scoop. READ MORE ​America's Fastest Marathoner Won't Be at Boston This Year​ Conner Mantz, the American record holder, has officially pulled out of the 2026 Boston Marathon after a lingering injury derailed his build-up. READ MORE ​Albert Korir Handed Five-Year Doping Ban​ The 2021 New York City Marathon champion tested positive for a blood-boosting drug three times in October 2025. READ MORE ​The 7 Best Plyometric Exercises For Speed​ Plyometrics is a type of exercise that involves explosive movements and includes activities that stretch a muscle before rapidly contracting, such as jumping or bounding. Here's how it can up your running game. READ MORE ​The Athlete's Guide To Heart Rate Variability (HRV)​ We've covered the foundations of heart rate variability (HRV)—what it is, how it reflects your body's response to stress, and how to measure it accurately using the right tools and protocols. Now, it's time to talk about the part that really matters: how to use that data. READ MORE ​Femke Bol Gets Her Own Wax Figure — And Nearly Scared Herself​ The Dutch track star joins Usain Bolt and Jutta Leerdam at Madame Tussauds Amsterdam, just as a foot injury sidelines her new 800-meter career. READ MORE ​The Race Where Coming Last Gets You Eliminated — Every 15 Minutes​ A new endurance event is flipping the ultramarathon format on its head, and it might be the most brutal thing in running right now. READ MORE ​Adidas Built a Running Shoe With Disabled Athletes. Now It's becoming Available.​ The Supernova Rise 3 Adaptive took years to develop with input from wheelchair users, Paralympians, and the first person with Down syndrome to finish an Ironman. READ MORE ​Running 30 Minutes a Day: Benefits, Weight Loss + Results​ One of the fallacies inherent in many runners' mindsets is that a workout has to be long to be "worth it". In other words, if you don't have an hour for a daily run, is it worth the hassle of getting your running shoes on and only running 30 minutes a day? READ MORE ​London Marathon Going to 100,000 Runners? Emma Bates Dropped by Sponsor + More Race Chaos​ This week on The Running Story, Michael Doyle and Jessy Carveth break down the five biggest stories in the running world... and it's been anything but a quiet week. WATCH HERE ​Inside a Sub-14:00 5K Attempt | Breaking 14: Episode 1​ In his early 20's, Alex Cyr, our senior editor and shoe expert, came within reach of breaking 14 minutes for 5K—until injury, loss, and setbacks derailed everything. Now, after years of surgeries, failed comebacks, and doubt, he's taking one last shot. WATCH HERE Our Training Plans As a newsletter reader, you've got complete access to our epic library of plans. ​There's nothing quite like this database on the internet - and they're completely free - all available as PDFs and downloadable Google Sheets: 5k Training Plan Database 10k Training Plan Database Half Marathon Training Plan Database Marathon Training Plan Database Ultramarathon Training Plan Database (If you're met with a 'subscribers only' prompt, then you may need to sign up for Grow - the platform that we use to control access to our plans. It's free and means you've got lifetime access to all the above plans.) ​ Quick Sprints: ​8 Long Run Variations To Build Endurance, Speed, And Power​ ​Half Marathon Training Plan Database​ ​Squats For Runners: 20 Variations To Try​ Looking for an online running coach? Whatever your goals, train with our head coach, Coach Katelyn. Learn more about her online coaching. ​​​​​ Feedback? Hit reply and start a conversation with our team. :: Advertise on this newsletter :: ​600 1st Ave, Ste 330 PMB 92768, Seattle, WA, 98104-2246​ ​Only send me max 3 emails per week · Unsubscribe totally · Preferences​

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Hi There, April Fools!    No, you don't swallow spiders in your sleep. Some sleep myths do have a sliver of truth, like whether you can train yourself to need less sleep (you can't) or if you should actually fall asleep before midnight (you probably should). Let's break down what the science says is real and what's better left under the bed with the boogeyman! The Truth Behind Common Sleep Myths Can you really master Mandarin while you snooze? We explored the century-old debate of "sleep learning" to see if your brain is actually picking up new vocabulary while you're out cold or if you're just dreaming in subtitles. Can You Learn a Language While Sleeping?

Does an extra hour of shut-eye lead to a vertical growth spurt? We're diving into the complex relationship between growth hormones and your pillow to find out if you can actually affect your stature overnight or if your height is strictly set in stone. Does Sleeping Make You Taller?

Beyond relaxation, there are a few strategic changes you can make tonight to help you fall asleep faster. Believe it or not, it should only take you about 20 minutes to fall asleep if your body's internal clock, environment, and habits are aligned. From timing your light exposure to fine-tuning your pre-bed routine, small tweaks can make a big difference. Watch: Try These Simple Tricks for Falling Asleep Faster Is a steaming-hot soak the key to a better night, or should you brace for a cold plunge?   The science of body temperature regulation is more surprising than you think, and the "right" shower temperature might be the one thing standing between you and a perfect sleep-wake cycle. Showering Before Bed: What the Science Says Recommended Reads Does Cutting Caffeine Actually Help You Sleep? You know coffee can keep you up — but how late is too late? And what about tea or chocolate? Is TV Really That Bad Before Bed? The answer: it depends. Learn when screen time sabotages sleep and how to make it less harmful. The Best Sleep Position (and the Worst) Side, back, stomach: One can help you sleep better, and the other can lead to snoring and joint pain. 6 Science-Backed Relaxation Techniques for Sleep From breathing exercises to progressive muscle relaxation, these are the wind-down tools we trust.

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