Emily J. Shiffer

These runners prove there’s no age limit to clocking fast miles and conquering marathons.

K-Money didn’t let knee pain get in the way of training. Here’s how her recovery helped her finish a half.

“Running has helped me overcome so many other obstacles in my life.”

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She also started a community 5K to raise awareness about child abuse.

“My life is totally different today because I have purpose. I also feel 100 times better health-wise.”

“Stepping on the scale takes the joy out of running. I choose to focus on what my body can do rather than idealize becoming smaller.”

Amy Gruenhut, who has multiple sclerosis, defied a brain infection and now she’s back to conquering multiple long-distance races.

Over the past eight years, these two have enjoyed traveling the country together and checking off races, with plans to finish their 50th race in Hawaii in June 2024.

Running gave this woman a reason to keep moving during breast cancer treatment.

After his family survived a mass shooting, Jamie Citron supported them by fundraising and running for Sandy Hook Promise.

He credits the joy he experiences, the supportive community, and setting manageable goals for getting him to each finish line.

“The feeling of joy and freedom I get from running is intoxicating. I feel so good and at peace after a run.”

“Running has been a powerful reminder that with determination, you can achieve anything you set your mind to.”

Now, Amanda Viola Brooke will take on New York City’s 26.2 next month.

“Running became a helpful way for me to practice mindfulness, which in turn helped my OCD.”

“For me, being a long-distance athlete is a way to self-regulate.”

Now he runs for his young son with an incurable heart disease.

“I believe running keeps you healthy and strong, but it also shows you how much your body can do, and how hard it can work. ”

Long-haired runners will appreciate how these bands keep flyaways from tickling their faces.

Now the sport is a major part of his life and a top source of freedom and happiness.

Extensive physical therapy and a determined attitude helps this runner put one foot in front of the other.

“Running makes me feel that my disabilities don’t prevent me from overcoming challenges in life.”

“When you make a habit of crushing goals, it’s harder to accept self-limiting beliefs and excuses.”

“When we are out on a course, Lily belongs. People call her name, cheer for her, give her high-fives, and even offer an extra push when we have a hill ahead of us.”

“I had often looked at runners admiring their dedication and determination. I wanted to be someone who could start a race and power through to the finish line.”

“Running has 100 percent changed my life for the better. Some days I don’t feel like getting out there, but I never regret it.”

“London may have looked and felt completely different than any race I’ve ever done, but one thing was the same: I will always be the runner that moves forward, gives thanks, digs deep, and fights for the finish.”

“Running went from my own accomplishment to now helping others accomplish their goals.”

“I run because running makes me feel accomplished and as if I’m in a daily competition with cystic fibrosis—and I’m winning.”

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“When I run, my glass always changes from half empty to half full.”