I was at my friend’s birthday party when her brother, Ty, entered the room. My friend grabbed my arm, “Oh, Ali!” she said. “I almost forgot to tell you! Ty is running a marathon!” Because I write ...

Logan Goodspeed had never run a marathon. He's not even a runner or someone who regularly works out. But last weekend, the 32-year-old participated in his first marathon with just 24 hours' notice. "I ...

F or many would-be marathoners, January seems as good a time as any to dust off their trainers and begin the journey to running 26.2 miles (42km). To hit a goal time or even just complete the race ...