Scott Douglas
Scott is a veteran running, fitness, and health journalist who has held senior editorial positions at Runner’s World and Running Times. Much of his writing translates sport science research and elite best practices into practical guidance for everyday athletes. He is the author or coauthor of several running books, including Running Is My Therapy, Advanced Marathoning, and Meb for Mortals. Scott has also written about running for Slate, The Atlantic, the Washington Post, and other members of the sedentary media. His lifetime running odometer is past 110,000 miles, but he’s as much in love as ever.
A 10-minute core routine you can do almost anywhere
It will improve your flexibility, form and injury-resistance.
19 June 2019
Why it’s okay to not run marathons
There are many good reasons to do a marathon. Feeling obligated isn’t one of them -
17 August 2018
How running can help protect your eyesight
Find out how many miles a week you should log to reap the benefits.
19 July 2018
Here’s one more reason you need to hydrate after a hot run
Running at lunch? Drink up, or your work performance might suffer -
12 July 2018
Use this drink tip to stay cool on hot, humid runs
Really cold water can reduce your sweat rate. But that’s helpful only on certain summer runs.
25 June 2018
Want to lower your injury risk? Stop stepping on the brakes
New research finds that runners with high peak braking force get injured more often. Here’s how to lower yours.
15 June 2018
Here's more evidence to suggest pre-race sex doesn't hurt your running performance
Don’t worry, it won’t weaken your legs.
15 June 2018
Everything you need to know about running the Boston Marathon 2019
Got your sights set on running the Boston Marathon? Here’s everything you need to know about how to qualify for the 2019 race
16 May 2018
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How quickly do you lose fitness when you stop running?
New research provides guidance on how much down time is too much.
12 January 2018
Masters marathon legend Ed Whitlock dies at 86
The Canadian, who broke 3:00 in the marathon in his 70s and 4:00 at age 85, passed away from prostate cancer yesterday.
14 March 2017
Pre-run ibuprofen won't improve performance if you're already sore
Research found no difference in time to exhaustion between runners who did and didn't take ibuprofen.
14 October 2015
Thyroid meds still legal for elite athletes
The World Anti-Doping Agency has turned down a request to ban the medication.
08 October 2015
To relieve runner's knee, strengthen your hips
Hip exercise found to be the best way to get rid of the dreaded runner's knee.
13 November 2014
How Music and Video Can Aid Hard Treadmill Workouts
Even at faster than tempo effort, distractions make workouts more enjoyable.
11 November 2014
What runners think the leading causes of injury are
The most-cited cause isn't supported by research.
03 October 2014
Muscle inactivity behind the health risks of excess sitting
Worse cholesterol values linked with greater muscle idle time, even in exercisers.
01 October 2014
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Dennis Kimetto's marathon World Record by the numbers
Pace per mile and more stemming from 2:02:57 mark in Berlin.
30 September 2014
How running can help stem junk food binges
Aerobic exercise increases brain function associated with self-control.
22 September 2014
Exercise addiction isn't tied to weekly mileage
In study, no link found between ultramarathoners and training volume.
22 September 2014
What leads to stomach issues in female runners?
Study suggests you'll suffer less if you're leaner, more experienced.
17 September 2014
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