Staff Blog: Injured But Inspired
Even though I’m still technically injured, I’m not singing the broken-runner blues anymore.
Author
Brian Metzler
Brian Metzler is a longtime running journalist and author who has founded and contributed to numerous media organizations. He is the author of Kicksology: The Hype, Science, Culture and Cool of Running Shoes (VeloPress, 2019) and co-author of several other books. He regularly runs on the track, roads and trails, has wear-tested more than 1,500 running shoes, completed four-time Ironman triathlons and numerous ultra-distance events, including the 2018 Leadman series.
My Stories
Canaday, U.S. Racing at World Mountain Champs
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How The Pikes Peak Ascent Mark Went Down
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Haulin’ Asses: Pack Burro Racing
Pack burro racing in Colorado dates back to 1949.
Olympics Wrap: A Few Final Thoughts
Now that the Games are over, Competitor's editor-in-chief, Brian Metzler, weighs in on the distance events.
Farah Completes Double with 5,000 Win
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David Rudisha Reflects On 800m World Record
The best 800m runner of all-time stunned himself.
Sole Man: Shoe Trends for 2013
Here are a few highlights, trends and observations about next year’s shoes.
Staff Blog: Running By Feel
I understand the importance of charting workouts, but there are some days I’d much rather run completely unplugged.
Fast Flats: U.S. Olympic Marathoners’ Racing Shoes
Here's a sneak peek at what American marathoners might be wearing in London!
Staff Blog: High-Altitude “Peak Bagging”
The oxygen-deprivation must be messing with my head.
Sole Man: Have A “Heel-Drop” Sweet Spot?
Brian Metzler writes about his favorite types of running shoes.