Ali Nolan

Ali Nolan is a senior digital editor at Outside Run. She is also the author of Master the Marathon: The Ultimate Training Guide for Women. When not running, you’ll find her hiking Utah’s trails with her giant dog, spending hours on the tennis court, or watching basketball documentaries.

Latest Stories

Gear

7 Can't-Miss Editor Picks for Runners From REI's Labor Day Sale

Stock up on your fall favorites with these steep discounts from REI.

August 28, 2026

Racing

Great Scott! These 10 Throwback Races Are Made for Millennials and Gen X

From the Delorean to Dunder Mifflin, pop-culture fans of a certain (ahem) age can relive their favorite on-screen moments on course.

August 4, 2026

Nutrition & Health

Come at Me: Sardines Are the Most Underrated Food in Running

I've been quietly obsessed with canned fish for years. Turns out the science (and Olympian Colleen Quigley) say I'm onto something.

July 9, 2026

Gear

15 Editor-Approved Bargains for Runners From REI’s 4th of July Deals

REI's 4th of July sale is here, and runners have a lot to gain—if they know where to look.

July 2, 2026

General

These Lesser-Known Races Will Take Your Breath Away. Some, Literally.

From a midnight run in Reykjavík to a sufferfest in the San Juans, real runners told us which races unexpectedly became their favorites.

June 30, 2026

Gear

The Gear Getting Our Editors Through Sticky Summer Training

A tank that makes our editor feel like Runner Girl Barbie, magic (not that kind) mushroom powder, plus other summer running must-haves.

June 25, 2026

Gear

Prime Day Running Gear Deals Our Editors Actually Stand Behind

Don’t sleep on these Amazon Prime Day deals, painstakingly researched and vetted by our editors.

June 23, 2026

Training

It's Hot. We're Running Anyway. Together.

Turn your sun-drenched, humid miles into one collective 5-million-mile goal with this summer’s challenge.

June 18, 2026

Culture

Commenters Hated on This Bachelorette Half Marathon. They’re the Problem.

The viral bridal party half marathon wasn't toxic, but the outrage was.

June 17, 2026

Racing

“An American Championship Wrapped Into a World Major” - What the Pros Are Saying Ahead of the 2026 Boston Marathon

The 2026 Boston Marathon is shaping up to be a blockbuster race. Here’s what the elites have to say before Marathon Monday.

April 17, 2026

Culture

I Will Never Run the Boston Marathon. Here's How I'm Coping.

If you're sad you won't be on the start line of the Boston Marathon, I feel you. Here's a ridiculous list of things to do on Marathon Monday to ease the pain.

April 16, 2026

Racing

How to Watch the 2026 Boston Marathon

Marathon Monday is almost here. Here’s how to watch, when to tune in, and how to track your Boston marathoner.

April 17, 2026

Culture

Cynthia Erivo Is Wicked Fast, Thanks to Downright Diabolical Training

We spoke with the Wicked star and her coach Erika Kemp to learn how she's juggling starring in Dracula with training for a big PR at the London Marathon. (Hint: Longs runs, on the treadmill, in total silence.)

April 14, 2026

Culture

File This Under Info You Didn't Ask For: Your Track Event, Based on Your Zodiac Sign

The stars have spoken (or rather, our astrologist-personal trainer has spoken). And apparently, they know whether you’re a sprinter, a middle-distance runner, or someone who watches from the bleachers. Plus, the track stars who share your sign.

April 8, 2026

Training

You Avoid Junk Miles. But Your Rest Days Are Junk, Too.

Recovery traps are everywhere. Avoiding them might make or break your next big goal.

March 31, 2026

Getting Started

To Become a Runner, Start Small (With This Challenge)

Just 45 minutes of running and run-walking per week could change your life. Want to start? We have the perfect way to make running a habit.

February 27, 2026

Training

You're Doing Zone 2 Running Wrong (And It's Not Your Fault)

When I tried the popular low-intensity training method, my easy runs became slow-paced, mind-numbing sufferfests. Two experts explain why it shouldn’t be that way.

February 2, 2026

News

Moments in Running We’re Happy to Leave Behind in 2025

Here’s the best of the worst that happened in running this year.

March 16, 2026

Running

Best Track Performances of 2025

World records galore, superstars owning new events, and two high schoolers are two of the biggest names in track and field?!

December 17, 2025

Running

Best Non-Race Running Performances of 2025

Running is more than breaking the tape. These are the projects, FKTs, charity grinds, and dares that pushed the sport forward in 2025.

December 16, 2025

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