Matteo Sargenti

He is the founder of The Running Week, a runner, and a lifelong sports enthusiast dedicated to sharing practical advice, inspiring stories, and evidence-based training tips.

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Hassan Breaks Course Record to Win Osaka Marathon, Hirabayashi Leads Japanese Field in Fifth

Ibrahim Hassan made history at the Osaka Marathon, blasting to victory in a course-record 2:05:20 after a late surge edged defending champion Yihunilign Adane by just 13 seconds, with Ezra Kipketer Tanui third and Mare Dibaba winning the women’s race.

I Missed One Run and Immediately Thought My Running Season Was Over

Missing one run rarely costs you fitness in any meaningful way. What it does cost (if you let it) is momentum in your head...

Ethan Shuley Runs 2:07 in Osaka, Becomes Sixth-Fastest American Marathoner Ever

Unknown a week ago, Ethan Shuley just ran 2:07:14 at the Osaka Marathon on February 22, finishing 14th and becoming the sixth-fastest U.S. marathoner ever on a record-eligible course despite having no sponsor, no agent, and an unconventional path back to elite running.

Three Simple Rules Experts Say Can Improve Long-Run Recovery

Recover from long runs faster with three coach-approved habits: refuel within 30–60 minutes with a carb-heavy snack plus protein (aim for a 3:1 or 4:1 ratio), replace fluids and electrolytes, and add gentle movement like a short walk or legs-up-the-wall to reduce stiffness.

17-Year-Old Brody Chisholm Finishes 12th at Cocodona 250, Emerging as a Rising Ultrarunning Talen

At just 17, Brody Chisholm delivered a breakout performance at the 2024 Cocodona 250, placing 12th overall and finishing the brutal 250-mile Arizona traverse in 75:42:42 to become the youngest finisher in race history.

How Much Should You Really Drink in a Marathon? Expert Breaks Down Fluids, Carbs, and Salt

Hydration advice for marathoners doesn’t need a one-size-fits-all rule. Samuel Cheuvront’s simple framework helps you build a personalized plan using body weight changes, pace, and temperature so you stay fueled without overdrinking.

Yann Schrub Breaks European 10K Record with 26:43 in Castellon

Yann Schrub stunned the field at the Facsa Castellon 10K, clocking 26:43 to break the European record. With Andreas Almgren matching his previous mark, four men dipped under 27 minutes as Europe’s road scene lit up.

Ashley Paulson Breaks Women’s World Record at USATF Championships, Runs 12:19:34 for 100 Miles

Ashley Paulson stunned the ultrarunning world at the Jackpot 100 in Henderson, Nevada, clocking 12:19:34 to break the women’s 100-mile world record and cut 17 minutes off the previous mark.

Runner A.J. Swann, 74, Dies After Vehicle Enters Florida Half Marathon Course

A 74-year-old runner, Albert Jernigan “A.J.” Swann of St. Simons Island, Georgia, died after a vehicle entered the Florida Half Marathon course in Melbourne and struck him less than a mile into the race on February 8.

I Forgot How Much I Rely on My Running Watch Until It Died

Without pace, distance, or an upload, even familiar routes feel uncertain until you rediscover how freeing it is to run by feel.

New Balance Hits $9.2 Billion in 2025 as Running Fuels Global Growth

New Balance capped 2025 with a 19% global sales jump to $9.2 billion, fueled by a running-led strategy that blends performance innovation with serious credibility.

Keely Hodgkinson Takes Down 24-Year Indoor 800m World Record in Lievin

Keely Hodgkinson just rewrote indoor middle-distance history in Liévin, storming to a 1:54.87 women’s 800m world record and erasing a mark that had stood for nearly 24 years done with total control, effortless speed, and the unmistakable arrival of Keely 2.0.