Molly Huddle
Contributing Writer
Molly Huddle is a two-time Olympian, 28-time USA Champion, and former American Record holder across distances from 5K to half marathon.
She is also a five-time marathoner, placing third at the 2016 New York City Marathon. In addition to professional track, road, and cross country racing, she is an RRCA- and USATF level 1-certified coach and writes plans for events from the mile to the marathon. She loves writing and content creation, especially around women’s sports, and co-hosts a women’s sports podcast called Keeping Track. She also co-authored a book called How She Did It and is a contributing writer for Runner’s World. Molly lives in Providence, Rhode Island with her partner, Kurt, her two daughters, Josephine and Louisa, and her Yorkie mix, Rusty.
How to Find the Right Pro Running Coach for Your Goals
Many of the top runners in the world are a click away from guiding your training.
An Inside Look at Emily Sisson’s U.S. Marathon Record
Olympian Molly Huddle takes you inside her training partner’s workouts, meals, exercises, mental practices, and dogs.
4 Keys to Helping Teen Girl Runners Thrive
Healthy habits when young will set them up for a lifetime of happy running.
Can We Compare Great Performances Across Eras?
With records seeming to fall every week, Olympian Molly Huddle provides perspective.
It’s Time to Stop Glamorizing the ‘No Pain, No Gain’ Mindset
More top athletes are no longer willing to “take one for the team”—and that’s a good thing.
What Should the Next 50 Years of Women’s Running Look Like?
Olympian Molly Huddle charts a course for continued progress.
Feeling Stuck? You Might Be on the Verge of a Breakthrough
Olympian Molly Huddle and others describe the setbacks that proceeded some of their greatest races.
Molly Huddle on What Pro Runners Owe Their Fans
Should elites do more than run fast to connect with others?
Does Doping Make It Impossible to Be an Elite Running Fan?
If you look at amazing results with a critical eye, here's how to find inspiration from the sport.
What Molly Huddle Missed About Racing During the Pandemic
Here’s what we all have to look forward to eventually.
How Molly Huddle Balances Friendship and Competition
Relationships with training partners and competitors can be what’s most rewarding about running.
What Keeps Pro Molly Huddle Running During a Pandemic
Cultivating your inner drive now will pay dividends later.
Molly Huddle: Why It’s Important for Pro Athletes to Use Their Voices
Athletes should always aim for improvement, whether in their bodies or society.
Molly Huddle Wants You to Improve Your Running Form
There’s no one ideal form, but we can all improve our unique gait.
How Olympian Molly Huddle Is Finding Gratitude in Running These Days
Running feels more like freedom than ever before.
Molly Huddle: There’s Always Something You Can Improve
Use this unexpected break from your normal schedule to become a more complete runner.
What Molly Huddle Will Eat Before and During the Olympic Marathon Trials
These fueling tips from a two-time Olympian are good for all marathoners.
Why Olympian Molly Huddle Still Keeps a Journal—And You Should, Too
There’s a lot more to it than just mileage and splits.
Molly Huddle Says It’s Okay to Be Selfish About Your Running Time
You deserve to work toward your goals—and doing so makes you better at being there for others.
Molly Huddle: Here’s What Healthy Competition Looks Like
Are your competitive instincts helping or hurting your running?
How Molly Huddle Takes Time Off From Running
Recover and rejuvenate after a big race with these tips.
How Molly Huddle Fuels Her Marathon Training
If an American record-holder makes room for doughnuts, you probably can, too.
Molly Huddle on How to Be a Good Role Model
Like it or not, others take their cues on running from you.
Molly Huddle’s Guide to Finding Time for Recovery
Even a national record holder sometimes cuts run short.
Molly Huddle on Why and How to Run Outside Your Comfort Zone
The right challenges can lead to your biggest breakthroughs.
Molly Huddle’s Guide to Good Training Partners
How to decide whether to be a lone wolf or part of a pack.
How Molly Huddle Uses GPS Data
The numbers should be your helper, not your boss.
How Molly Huddle Keeps Her Love of Running
Nurture a long-term relationship with these tips from an American record-holder.
Bad Race or Workout? Here’s How Molly Huddle Handles Them
Disappointing runs usually have a specific cause. Learn from them and move on.
Set Goals the Molly Huddle Way
Here’s how to dream big while being realistic.
What U.S. Record-Holder Molly Huddle Thinks About When Racing
Use these techniques to run faster at any distance.
Molly Huddle: Here’s the Analysis I Do After a Big Race
Use this debriefing technique after your runs to make progress toward your next big goal.