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Alphonce Felix Simbu (left), Cybrian Kotut (middle) and Conner Mantz (right) running in the Boston Marathon. The 129th Boston Marathon took place on Monday.

‘This is what being a Bostonian is’: Boston Marathon unites city in day of records, celebration

By Samantha Genzer, Sarah Cruz, and Holly Gustavsen April 22, 2025
More than 30,000 runners from around the world pounded the pavement from Hopkinton to Copley Square on Monday for the 129th Boston Marathon.
Melissa Park | Associate Graphics Editor

The trying-my-best era: a gentle approach to self-improvement

By Obioma Eke April 3, 2025
When implementing these practices, keep in mind that you can start whenever you want to. As a matter of fact, start as soon as possible. You do not need to wait for Monday, the end of the month or Jan. 1 to make a difference in your life. 
Emma Clement | Graphics Editor

Ask Abby (Or Analise): Are all men really trash?

By Analise Bruno March 2, 2025
I’m kidding, but it's important to remember why we sometimes make generalizations as a society. Not all bees will sting you, but still we’re scared of bees. We don’t say, “only some bees will sting you”  because that’s a given — it’s redundant. In that same way, no one really means all men are trash. Not all men are the same as Mr. Big.
Emma Clement | Senior Graphic Artist

Walk, don’t run

By Sophia Keohane October 24, 2024
You will not catch me running down Commonwealth Avenue — not for a bus, not for a train, not even for class. I’d much rather stroll in late than be caught dashing around campus. Running and scooters are the two things I vow to never use to get to class. 
Lila Baltaxe | Senior Graphic Artist

Running into my best self

By Gabriella Di Dea, Lifestyle Editor April 17, 2024
I decided that after I got back from winter break, I would start running more frequently, except I never really knew how to run properly in the first place. I understood the concept of pacing, but I could never really figure out what my paces should be. Thankfully, I didn’t have to — queue the Nike Run Club app. 
Luc Ljoka | Graphic Artist

Exercise | Doctor’s Orders

By Luc Ljoka December 5, 2023
Dear Doctors, I want to exercise more, but the gym bros at Fitrec intimidate me. What should I do? Sincerely, Perplexed
Unmasked: how do you unwind?

Unmasked: how do you unwind?

By Veronica Thompson May 4, 2023
How do you unwind?
Anna Gruesen running the 127th Boston Marathon

In it for the long run: BU first-year Anna Gruesen competes in 127th Boston Marathon, qualifies for next year

By Alysa Suleiman April 20, 2023
The Boston Marathon is the country’s oldest annual marathon. Qualifying is no easy feat. BU freshman Anna Gruesen ran it this Monday.
The 127th Boston Marathon

A decade after the bombings, the Boston Marathon continues running

By Alysa Suleiman April 20, 2023
Over 30,000 runners raced the 26.2 miles from Hopkinton to the finish line on Boylston Street in the 127th Boston Marathon on Monday, one decade after the bombings that killed three and injured hundreds near the finish line. 
Boston Marathon 2023

GALLERY: 127th Boston Marathon

April 17 marked the 127th Boston Marathon. This year is also the 10 year anniversary of the 2013 bombings.
Haley Alvarez-Lauto | Senior Graphic Artist

The Boston Marathon: The spirit of springtime

By Andrew DiBiasio, Managing Co-Editor March 29, 2023
Call me biased because I ran cross country all four years of high school, but nothing is more consistent when it comes to surrounding the spirit of Boston athletics with magic than the Boston Marathon.
Lila Baltaxe | Graphic Artist

Spring into fitness with the Nike Run Club App

By Amber Morris March 3, 2023
Four years ago, as a high school student, I was looking for a way to track my goals and runs without the expense of buying a watch. After trying out a myriad of different applications on my iPhone, the one that stuck with me was the Nike Run Club App. 
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