SKOUT poses in his gear, including the helmet

SFM Ambassador DeadSkout’s Coast-to-Coast Run for Mental Health!

Final Update SKOUT has finished his Transcon run from California to New York. He did it in 68 days, running on average 43.67 miles daily. The run was dedicated to spreading awareness about Mental Health & Suicide Prevention. There's still chance to get involved; the donation links are still active!   In an incredible run ... More
Scott Benbow runs during the RUN365 series. Scott uses rucking to prevent injuries and train for marathons.

Rucking the Alexi Pappas 10K at the San Francisco Marathon

Instead of running one of the races during the San Francisco Marathon weekend, I decided on rucking the Alexi Pappas 10K this year. As you may know, rucking is walking, hiking, or running slowly with a weighted backpack. This would be my first rucking race. Written by Scott Benbow Edited by Pavlína Marek Training Gearing up for the ... More
Header for the 2024 San Francisco Marathon Athlete Guide with runners running from the olden Gate Bridge

Race Director Lauri Abrahamsen Introduces the 2024 San Francisco Marathon Live on TV

Less than two days remain before the 2024 San Francisco Marathon runners take to the streets of our beautiful city. With the race quickly approaching, final preparations are underway and the SF Marathon team is looking forward to welcoming our runners to the Race Expo. Only a few hours before the Expo is set to open its doors to the ... More
Two athletes rest on the running track during their taper

Getting Yourself to Go Time: How to Taper Like a Pro in 5 Steps

You’ve followed the training plan, your final long run is done, and now you’re in the home stretch leading into race day. While some runners have no problem playing it cool in these final few weeks before the start line, a good percentage of us feel uneasy as we decrease our activity levels. How to taper without going crazy? Coach Karen ... More
A Black woman in sports clothing and a sports bra pumps her arms during a run

Women Run the World: the Sports Bra Problem | A New Series for Women Runners by Coach Karen

The benefits of being a runner are nearly countless. To name a few, there's better sleep and mental health, a sense of community, an amazing way to experience places you wouldn’t otherwise, stronger bones, and even a healthier libido! To boot, studies have shown that women who put in miles live longer, with about half the effort of male ... More
Alex Parra running on crutches during the San Francisco Marathon

How and Why Amputee Alex Parra Ran the San Francisco Marathon on Crutches | Runner Spotlight Series

Alex Parra, also known on social media as Alex1Leg, is a two-time cancer survivor, an amputee, a disability advocate, and a motivational speaker. Originally from Roseville in California, he now lives in Vancouver, Washington where he moved to be closer to nature. Besides going on hikes, he also loves making videos and bringing awareness to ... More
Monika Gebarzewska

National Volunteer Week: Meet Monika Gebarzewska, Our Volunteer Manager | Meet the Team

Welcome to the very first post from our new blog series, "Meet the Team." Since it's National Volunteer Week, we're excited to introduce to you our Administrative Assistant and Volunteer Manager Monika Gebarzewska, who's also a passionate athlete herself. Monika Gebarzewska the Collegiate Athlete Running has been a part of Monika's life ... More

Sustainability in Running: What We in the Running Community Can Do to Be More Environmentally Friendly During Races and Training

When you go out on a run, sustainability probably isn't the number one thing you think about. The only time it might come to your mind is when you see litter along your route and make sure that your gel wrapper is safely tucked in your pocket, waiting to be disposed of at home. If you're one of us occasionally completing our (cross-) training ... More
Alexi Pappas guides Lisa Thompson at the 2024 Boston Marathon. Photo Credit: the Boston Marathon

How Olympian Alexi Pappas Guided Visually Impaired Runner Lisa Thompson to Her Own Boston Victory | Live QnA Highlights

Fresh from her remarkable experience at the Boston Marathon, where she served as a guide for a visually impaired athlete, Alexi Pappas joined us to share her experience. She talked about the endeavor that transcended the typical marathon experience as a physical challenge and a deeply emotional journey. This year, Alexi helped her visually ... More
Scott Benbow runs during the RUN365 series. Scott uses rucking to prevent injuries and train for marathons.

Rucking Your Way to a Better Marathon (And Fewer Injuries) | Scott Benbow Guest Post

Rucking, which is walking with a weighted vest or backpack, is ideal cross-training for endurance runners. It's a great addition to any marathon training plan as it provides significantly less impact stress than running and can, therefore, help prevent running-related injuries. I found out the hard way. Written by San Francisco Marathon ... More