Dana Meltzer Zepeda
Dana is a freelance journalist who covers a variety of subjects for health and fitness publications. She specializes in writing and editing health and wellness pieces and has contributed to Runner’s World, Yoga Journal, Livestrong, PopSugar Fitness, Women’s Health, and Self.

A Strange Race With Minions Was Just What I Needed on Mother’s Day
Running became something more after losing my mother to Parkinson’s disease. This odd event was more proof that I could keep going.

Karlie Kloss Hated Running. Then She Crushed a Marathon.
How the 26-year-old supermodel embraces running for exploration, convenience, and an escape from the chaos of everyday life.

HGTV’s Christina El Moussa Makes Running a Part of Her Routine
The 34-year-old television host does a three-mile loop in her neighborhood each morning.

For Former Miss USA Olivia Jordan, Running Is Not About Pageantry
No makeup. Comedy podcasts. The dream of a sub-2 half marathon. This Sports Illustrated swimsuit model runs in the real world.

Author John Green Runs to Take a Break
His miles help him escape obsessive thought spirals.

These 9 Children’s Books About Running Will Get Your Kids to the Starting Line
Moms and dads, girls and boys, mice and ducks—they’re all the stars of these stories for kids.

Bronx Native Prince Royce Wants to Break 4 Hours in the NYC Marathon
The Latin music star will run his first 26.2 in the city he loves.

The Bad Guy From “Prison Break” Likes to Get Emotional While Running
Amin El Gamal sometimes listens to sad, slow music to get his heart rate going.

6-Year-Old Runs First 5K Because He REALLY Loves Animals
Little Frank was inspired by his hero, Mo Farah.

This Woman’s Undeniable Love for Tacos Fueled a Delicious 10K
A deep determination and a passion for meats in tortilla shells inspired her adventure.

Muggles Celebrate Harry Potter With Hogwarts-Themed 5K
Runners from across the country gathered to run the magical 5K.

Meet the Extraordinary Teen Helping Kids in His City Get in Shape
He’s only 18, but he’s sharing his passion for running for the past five years by teaching free fitness classes.

This Company Says Its Shoes Will Help You “Run Like a Kenyan”
The new Kenyan-based company, Enda, is also helping give back to developing communities.

This Couple Dropped Weight and Rekindled Their Love by Rethinking Date Night
For these runners, getting back in a fitness groove helped strengthen their relationship.

Gored Again, but This Bull-Running Streaker Will Not Stop
Some question his sanity, but Bill Hillmann wouldn’t run any other way.

Jennifer Weiner Runs for How It Makes Her Feel
“If you commit to running every day, you just feel great in your own skin.”

Hugging It Out at the Manitoba Marathon
At this marathon in Canada, the volunteers are just a little more kind.

blink-182’s Travis Barker Replaced His Bad Addictions with Good Ones
Sober since almost losing his foot in a 2008 plane crash, he now gets high off running.

I’m a Runner: Robyn O’Brien
The food industry analyst and author has her most unbridled thoughts while running.

I’m A Runner: Kat Graham
The 26-year-old actor/singer prides herself on being a physically fit role model to her fans.

I’m a Runner: Kit Hoover
Hoover has cohosted Access Hollywood Live since 2010.
I'm a Runner: Julie Bowen
The 'Modern Family' actress discusses running—on and off screen.

I'm a Runner: Drew Carey
The Price is Right host says running helped him shed pounds and fight diabetes.

I'm a Runner: Alanis Morissette
The rock star talks about her un-rock 'n' roll lifestyle while training for her first marathon.