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May 24, 2020

This Memorial Day Weekend, Local Mental Health Professionals Say Go Outside — But Safely

Exercising outdoors, like running or biking, generally pose a low health risk, according to a panel infectious disease and public health experts that spoke to NPR.

Nov 19, 2018

5 Turkey Trots To Run This Thanksgiving

While actual turkeys can run up to 25 miles an hour without preparation, you should hydrate and stretch before these runs.

Jul 16, 2018

November Project D.C. Promises An Inclusive, Free Workout … If You Wake Up Early Enough

Their only—but oft-repeated—requirement: just show up.

Sep 01, 2017

5 Of The Best Races To Run This September

Fall is coming, which means it’s finally getting cool enough to brave the outdoors for more than 10 minutes at a time.

Jul 14, 2017

Dispatches From An Aquacycling Class

At one point during SplashCycle, we feel like a Chihuahua that is trying to doggy paddle but failing horrifically.

Jun 30, 2017

5 Of The Best Races to Run This July

This month, the races in the District are all about celebration!

May 31, 2017

5 Of The Best Races To Run This June

Whether you want to support a charity or find the best EDM party.

Apr 10, 2017

Local Boutique Gyms Beef Over Label Of ‘Elitism,’ Selfies

Here’s hoping they work it out.

Sep 07, 2016

A Guide To The D.C. Area’s Best Places To Go Running

Time to lace up your sneakers.

May 14, 2014

Temporary Elevator Outage At Washington Monument Sends People Down 897 Steps

The outage lasted for more than an hour.

 
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