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Mathew Kipsang takes Commonwealth gold in the 5000m, a trio of Canadians hold their own

News Christopher Kelsall - August 2, 2026

The 2026 Commonwealth Games men's 5000 metre run was on Day 6, Saturday, August 1. Kenyan Mathew Kipchumba Kipsang clocked a 13:23.61 performance for...

Patrick Kipngeno takes his second Broken Arrow Skyrace Ascent win in three years

Christopher Kelsall - June 20, 2026

Kenya’s Patrick Kipngeno proved his dominance once again, securing his second victory at the 2026 Broken Arrow Skyrace Ascent. The 2024 champion reclaimed the...

Natalie Boston interview from 2026 Victoria Track Classic

June 16, 2026

Jaxon Kuchar interview from 2026 Victoria Track Classic

June 16, 2026

Wes Shipsey interview from 2026 Victoria Track Classic

June 16, 2026

Matthew Travaglini interview at 2026 Victoria Track Classic

June 12, 2026

Kenya tries tackling doping issues with digital technology

Christopher Kelsall - July 24, 2026

Kenya continues to grapple with a significant doping problem. Estimates suggest that between 300 and 500 Kenyan athletes have been suspended or implicated in doping-related cases since roughly 2012, making it one of the most serious anti-doping challenges in international athletics.

Anti-doping news: German sprinter facing sanction, Russia bans five of its own athletes

July 21, 2026

Russia continues to lead the way in Therapeutic Use Exemption applications

July 15, 2026

Russia launches appeal against World Athletics’ ban due to Ukraine war in Russia

July 9, 2026

International Testing Agency launches TUE dashboard

July 7, 2026

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Shoe review: Altra Torin 9, where freedom and performance intersect

Christopher Kelsall - July 23, 2026

The Altra Torin 9 arrives as a meaningful step forward in the brand’s flagship zero‑drop daily trainer line. Retailing at $190 CAD / $160...

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Shoe Review: Altra Experience Wild 3 — A rare road‑to‑trail equal

Christopher Kelsall - June 10, 2026

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Shoe Review: Altra Torin 8 — the shoe that brings the...

Christopher Kelsall - February 1, 2026

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Shoe review: On Cloudmonster 2 in blue

Christopher Kelsall - October 24, 2025

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Gear Check: Saucony Triumph 22 passed the test triumphantly

Christopher Kelsall - September 20, 2024

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Gear Check: bambū werx running socks wear test

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Book review: The Long Run and the Decade That Made the...

Christopher Kelsall - May 5, 2026

Title: The Long Run and the Decade That Made the Marathon Cool Author: Martin Dugard Publisher: Dutton. Penguin Randomhouse LLC Published: 2026 Pages: 296 ISBN: 9798217178483 (Hardcover)ISBN: 9798217178940 (ebook) The review The Long Run and...

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Book review: A Few More Laps, by David Chalfen

Christopher Kelsall - May 13, 2025

Title: A Few More Laps Author: David Chalfen Publisher: David Chalfen Published: 30/09/2024 Pages: 196 ISBN: 9781399994361 The author Author David Chalfen is a coach with the Highgate Harriers in London, UK. It was mostly...

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Book review: Blood, Sweat & Spikes: Running the Wetmore Way

Christopher Kelsall - March 17, 2025

© Copyright - 2025 - Athletics Illustrated Title Blood, Sweat & Spikes: Running the Wetmore WayAuthorLyle SmithPublisherZolly House Press (Nymblesmith)ISBN-139798989265992Pages270 Review Who better to chronicle the memoir...

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Book review: The Explorer’s Gene: Why We Seek Big Challenges, New...

Christopher Kelsall - February 3, 2025

Title: The Explorer’s Gene: Why We Seek Big Challenges, New Flavors, and the Blank Spots on the MapAuthor: Alex Hutchinson Genre: Science Publisher: Mariner Books Pages: 304 Publish...

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Netflix series review: Sprint 2 The World’s Fastest Humans: the good,...

Christopher Kelsall - December 22, 2024

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Book review: Outsider, An Old Man, a Mountian and the Search...

Christopher Kelsall - August 16, 2024

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Mathew Kipsang takes Commonwealth gold in the 5000m, a trio of Canadians hold their own

News Christopher Kelsall - August 2, 2026

The 2026 Commonwealth Games men's 5000 metre run was on Day 6, Saturday, August 1. Kenyan Mathew Kipchumba Kipsang clocked a 13:23.61 performance for...

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Pamela Kosgei and Habtom Samuel take the Beach to Beacon 10K

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Josh Kerr destroys field in tactical mile race at Commonwealth Games

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Pathirage stuns, Hunter Bell controls the 800m, and Dambile takes the 200m

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Rose Davies, Jessica Hull from Australia dominate the 5000m in Birmingham

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Sarah Mitton, Faith Cherotich, Tajay Gayle and Katherine O’Connor take gold at Commonwealth Games

Kenya's Faith Cherotich ran one of the most noteworthy...

Editorial

Great Ethiopian Run 10K set to grow to 60,000 for 2026 running

The Great Ethiopian Run, Africa’s largest mass-participation road race,...

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2026 Glasgow Commonwealth Games roundup for Day 2

Despite torrential rain on the second night of athletics...

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Olympic and World champion Ethan Katzberg takes Commonwealth Games gold in hammer throw

Canadian hammer throw phenom Ethan Katzberg was impressive at...

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Melissa Jefferson-Wooden and Cooper Lutkenhaus steal the show at USATF Championships

This past weekend was an opportunity for at least...

Science

New study from Japan Institute of Sports Science determines 4 x 100 metre relay success

The 2025 Tokyo World Athletics Championships delivered the usual...

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Noah Lyles and Sha’Carri Richardson win convincingly at US Championships

Noah Lyles and Sha'Carri Richardson won the 2026 USATF...

Anti-Doping

Kenya tries tackling doping issues with digital technology

Anti-Doping July 24, 2026

Anti-doping news: German sprinter facing sanction, Russia bans five of its own athletes

Anti-Doping July 21, 2026

Russia continues to lead the way in Therapeutic Use Exemption applications

Anti-Doping July 15, 2026

Russia launches appeal against World Athletics’ ban due to Ukraine war in Russia

Anti-Doping July 9, 2026

International Testing Agency launches TUE dashboard

Anti-Doping July 7, 2026

Doping ban: Refugee team member Dominic Lokolong Atiol banned 8 years for doping and tampering

Anti-Doping July 1, 2026

Vladimir Putin brings the Russian Anti-Doping Agency closer in alignment with the World Anti-Doping Agency

Anti-Doping June 27, 2026

7 year suspension effectively ends Kibiwott Kandie’s career

Anti-Doping June 25, 2026

South African Johannes Lodewicus Munnik served notice of allegation for doping

Anti-Doping June 24, 2026

Kenyan Dickson Kimeli Cheruiyot and Mexican Yamile Herrera suspended for doping

Anti-Doping June 23, 2026

WADA and USADA at it again: Tygart pushed back on the global authority

Anti-Doping June 18, 2026

Anti-doping agencies race toward 2027 compliance as testing and enforcement intensify

Anti-Doping June 15, 2026

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Opinion: Ruth Chepngetich’s Chicago Marathon performance is a historic red-flag moment in the sport of athletics

October 14, 2024

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Eliud Kipchoge announces he will not defend his Olympic title in Paris

April 1, 2024

Editorial

The five Lydiard principles explained: World-class training for all abilities

September 15, 2018

General Conditioning First: At the beginning of any Lydiard training cycle, there is a long phase of aerobic running to build endurance and lay the foundation for fast training and a good performance on race day. The “aerobic” or “base” phase as it is commonly known could last from as short as eight weeks to half a year. Commonly eight to 12 weeks was undertaken, depending on the runner. During this phase, no anaerobic training is done, so no racing or hard speed work.

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