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Inspiring stories

Run Stories

September 15, 2020

Get to know three Brooks Run Happy Ambassadors, also known as Gurus

12 min. read

A group of racially diverse high school runners run together on an indoor track

Runner Stories

September 15, 2020

Until we all run on equal ground

4 min. read

Three runners cross a road at night, all wearing Run Visible gear.

Running Tips

September 14, 2020

Run Visible with November Project

4 min. read

A male runner poses with a medal in front of a giant inflatable turkey that is wearing a sign that says “Tom.”

Races & events

November 16, 2020

Grateful for the gobble: in praise of the turkey trot

4 min. read

A whimsical chalk art illustration showing three side-by-side storefronts amongst large hand-drawn snowflakes.

Gear & technology

November 16, 2020

‘Tis the season to shop local

4 min. read

Dirt trail in the mountains

Corporate Responsibility

December 9, 2020

We’re proud to sign The Climate Pledge

6 min. read

Runners lined up at the start line.

Races & Events

January 6, 2021

Race recap: The fast, flat Marathon Project wraps up 2020

7 min. read

Two runners with an arm around one another.

Runner Stories

January 27, 2021

Love on the run

5 min. read

Zander Ross giving a thumbs up on a run

Runner stories

January 27, 2021

Runner stories: Richard & Zander

5 min. read

Brannon Kidder at the front in a race, sprinting to finish.

Runner stories

February 1, 2021

Passion on pause

6 min. read

Group of runners in a race

Runner stories

February 12, 2021

Process your emotions while running

4 min. read

Woman taking a selfie on a run, wearing a rainbow hat

Runner stories

February 12, 2021

Inspired while running

8 min. read

Women on a track with her feet in race blocks

Runner stories

March 26, 2021

Brooks Booster Club opens doors for young runners

3 min. read

Collage of women

Runner stories

March 4, 2021

Happy International Women's Day

10 min. read

Two women jumping with joy during a race

Run community

April 1, 2021

Run proud

7 min. read

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Research & innovation

Runners are mid-stride wearing Brooks shoes with soft DNA LOFT cushioning

Gear & Technology

August 1, 2020

Take a run on the softer side: the science behind Brooks DNA LOFT

4 min. read

Two runners stride forward in unison

Gear & Technology

August 1, 2020

Energize your run: the science behind Brooks DNA AMP

5 min. read

Close-up of two runners’ legs running on a surface paved with patterned tiles.

Gear & Technology

August 1, 2020

Brooks shoe comparison: is the Ghost right for you?

4 min. read

Illustrated eye with diagram showing line of sight to a runner.

Gear & Technology

September 14, 2020

The science behind our Run Visible Collection

7 min. read

Illustration of a left foot in a Brooks shoe with highlights on the outer heel.

Gear & Technology

November 1, 2020

More than the foot: the science behind how GuideRails® technology supports your run

6 min. read

Two people run on a grass-line trail with a big bridge in the background.

Gear and Technology

September 15, 2020

Thinking on our feet: innovating the run at Brooks

7 min. read

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Health & wellness

A solo runner shown stretching. The COVID-19 pandemic means giving up group runs for solo workouts.

Running Tips

July 29, 2020

What you need to know about running and COVID-19

5 min. read

A funny chalk art style illustration of a holiday ornament with legs runs along a forest trail while it’s snowing.

Running Tips

November 16, 2020

How to stay healthy during the most festive season

4 min. read

A top-down photo of two bowls of pumpkin soup topped with pumpkin seeds, surrounded by fall slices of rustic bread, a pair of spoons, a smattering of croutons, a sprig of cilantro, and sliced and whole pumpkin.

Training

December 16, 2020

Healthy Holiday Recipes for Runners

5 min. read

An array of fruits, vegetables, and grains spread out.

Runner Stories

January 6, 2021

Run Stronger in 2021: Food for thought

8 min. read

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Gear maintenance

Three pairs of shoes near the front door of a house.

Running tips

July 29, 2020

When to replace your running shoes

5 min. read

Illustration of a pair of dirty Brooks shoes sitting in a puddle of brown mud.

Running tips

October 1, 2020

True grime: how to clean running shoes

4 min. read

A runners stride

Running tips

April 16, 2021

How to pick running shoes that support your stride

11 min. read

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Gear stories

Two women, both wearing Brooks run bras from the Dare Collection, enjoy a run together.

Gear & technology

August 15, 2020

Behind the seams: From sports bra to run bra

5 min. read

A man and woman in Brooks Run Visible reflective gear run at night.

Gear & Technology

November 1, 2020

Reflective running gear for the Rudolph Runner

4 min. read

A smiling runner in mid-stride runs on a neighborhood path with houses and mountains in the background.

Gear & Technology

November 1, 2020

Running gear for the Anytime Sleigher

4 min. read

Photo of a man and woman running on a road with snow in the background

Gear & Technology

November 1, 2020

Winter running gear for the Blizzard Braver

4 min. read

A runner wearing a read long sleeve half zip and shorts runs on a road with mountains in the background.

Gear & technology

November 1, 2020

Warm weather gear for the Snowbird Runner

4 min. read

The back of the Drive Convertible run bra

Gear & technology

March 1, 2021

How your running bra should fit — and everything else you want to know.

5 min. read

Women in Drive Mesh Run Bra

Gear & technology

March 1, 2021

Brooks bra experts debunk 5 common fit myths

6 min. read

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Advice & tips

Illustration of a book titled “Glossary” with legs, running

Running Tips

July 29, 2020

Running 102: a glossary of the weirder running words

8 min. read

Illustration of a happy man sitting down and tying his shoes

Running Tips

October 1, 2020

Start with your best foot forward: running tips for beginners

4 min. read

A runner stretches and laughs with two fellow runners

Running Tips

September 15, 2020

Left foot, right foot: how to start running

5 min. read

Illustration of two shoes with laces tied together

Gear & Technology

September 30, 2020

Find the best running shoe for you

6 min. read

Amusing animated GIF of a smiling, half-peeled banana with facial features and legs wearing a headband and holding a pair of Brooks running shoes.

Running Tips

October 10, 2020

Fuel up: what to eat before a race

4 min. read

A funny chalk art style illustration of a holiday ornament with legs runs along a forest trail while it’s snowing.

Running Tips

November 16, 2020

How to stay healthy during the most festive season

4 min. read

llustration of a man wearing mittens and a beanie hat who has gotten his tongue stuck to a pole in cold weather.

Running Tips

December 2, 2020

How to stay hydrated during the winter

6 min. read

Two runners smiling on a trail

Runner Stories

January 1, 2021

Reset your run: Why 2021 could be your best year of running — ever.

5 min. read

Illustrated 2021 numbers with legs

Training

January 8, 2021

Run Stronger in 2021: Make (and keep) resolutions

8 min. read

Runners warming up in a field

Injury

February 1, 2021

What you can do to prevent running injuries

10 min. read

Women on a track with her feet in race blocks

Beginner

April 16, 2021

First time running? Get started with these 4 running tips for the road

8 min. read

Tying Pink laces on a Ghost 13

How to

April 16, 2021

How to break in running shoes when you just can't wait to run

5 min. read

Runner tying their shoes

Gear & technology

April 16, 2021

What are running shoes?

2 min. read

Two runners running down a trail.

Running tips

May 17, 2021

What you need to know before running downhill

8 min. read

woman lacing up her shoes

Running tips

May 17, 2021

The benefits of running on a treadmill vs. outside

12 min. read

Runner on a dark, cold, wet day.

Training

February 16, 2021

Expert tips for running in the cold

3 min. read

Women rolling her calf with a Tiger Tail

Running tips

April 4, 2021

Get rolling

5 min. read

Illustration of a rain drop, a runner, and a cloud

Running tips

March 15, 2021

Running in the Rain

4 min. read

Man running down a trail with his dog

Running tips

March 15, 2021

Running with dogs? Yes, please.

5 min. read

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Training & workouts

An illustrated 5K with legs

Training

August 1, 2020

Beginner training plan: How to run a 5K

5 min. read

Comical illustration of a number 5 and letter K with legs running together

Training

August 15, 2020

Level up your run with an advanced 5K training schedule

5 min. read

Comical illustration of the number 10 and letter K with legs running together

Training

August 15, 2020

The 10K: Training plans for beginner and advanced runners

7 min. read

A houseplant sits on the floor between a single dumbbell and a kettlebell.

Training

December 16, 2020

Home Exercises for Runners

5 min. read

A whimsical illustration of a bigfoot wearing Brooks shoes and a headband running through the forest.

Running Tips

December 2, 2020

Winter running motivation

4 min. read

Several runners, seen from far away, making their way down a city block on a beautiful day.

Training

August 15, 2020

The mythical Long Run

8 min. read

Two runners sprinting down a track.

Training

January 8, 2021

Run Stronger in 2021: Improve your mental strength

7 min. read

Women taping up her foot.

Training

February 1, 2021

Common running injuries

5 min. read

Man running up a steep trail

How to

May 17, 2021

Running 101: Why inclined running should be part of your beginner routine

4 min. read

Woman running on a treadmill

Running tips

May 17, 2021

Time to climb: The ins and outs of an incline treadmill workout

7 min. read

Two women running down a path

Running tips

February 1, 2021

Runner's high vs. Runfulness

4 min. read

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