Laura Ratliff
Contributing Writer
Laura Ratliff is a New York City-based writer, editor, and runner. Laura's writing expertise spans numerous topics, ranging from travel and food and drink to reported pieces covering political and human rights issues. She has previously worked at Architectural Digest, Bloomberg News, and Condé Nast Traveler and was most recently the senior editorial director at TripSavvy. Like many of us, Laura was bitten by the running bug later in life, after years of claiming to "hate running." Her favorite marathon is Big Sur.
Science Says Sha'Carri Richardson Could Technically Run on Water—Here's Proof
Researchers found that tropical lizards may hold the secret.
A Woman Was Out on Her Morning Run—and Helped Save a Man from Jumping Off a Bridge
Kristen Keeling was honored by the Louisville Metro Police Department, which called her the “angel on the bridge.”
Runner Dies After Finishing Half Marathon in Glasgow
Jun 3, 2024.
Spectator Killed During Weight Throw Event at Indoor Track and Field Meet
Wade Langston, the father of a competitor, was killed on January 26 in Colorado.
A New Study Suggests That Some Smartwatch Bands May Contain ‘Forever Chemicals’
Aug 20, 2024.
Forget a Finisher’s Medal—These Half Marathon Winners Walked Away With a Finisher’s Cow
Other prizes included geese, ducks, roosters, fish, and rice.
The Average Marathon Time Has Gotten Faster—but the Average 5K Has Slowed Down, Study Says
Researchers analyzed 8.4 million race finishes over the past decade. How do you stack up?
A 16-Year-Old Ran the 200 Meters So Fast Usain Bolt Said, 'He Looks Like Young Me'
Aug 22, 2024.
Adidas Unveils the 2025 Boston Marathon Jacket
This jacket for the 129th edition of the race features a new take on the traditional colors.
Not So Fast! Mo Farah Chases Down Band of Thieves Who Stole His Phone
Dec 9, 2024.
This College Sprinter from Iowa Blew Away the NFL Combine 40-Yard Dash Record
Kalen Walker, a track and field athlete at Iowa, showed off his speed at halftime of a Hawkeye football game.
Kendrick Lamar Shares His Early-Morning Routine: “I Have to Run”
The “Not Like Us” rapper reveals that his daily practice involves getting in a few miles.
Head Over Heels? Man Runs Chicago Marathon in a Pair of Bright Red Stilettos
Curtis Hargrove’s 310th marathon was a wobbly one.
These Are the Celebrities Running the 2024 Chicago Marathon
Plus, some of the most inspiring stories from the mass field.
The Twin Cities Marathon Had a Surprise Spectator: Tim Walz
Dec 17, 2024.
The Berlin Marathon Just Broke the World Record for Most Finishers at a Marathon
But could next month’s New York City Marathon overtake Berlin?
Saucony Teamed Up With Black Girls RUN! On an Exclusive Shoe
They’re selling out quickly.
Runner Who Collapsed Moments After Finishing Disney Half Marathon Dies
Caleb Graves was an experienced distance runner who had expressed concerns about the heat just a few days earlier.
NFL Legend JJ Watt Made a Huge Last-Minute Donation to This Teen’s Charity Run
Jul 10, 2024.
Ugandan Olympian Rebecca Cheptegei Dies After Being Set on Fire with Gasoline
Cheptegei, who competed in the Paris Olympic marathon, was attacked by her ex-boyfriend.
Paralympians Don’t Have to Cover Up Olympic Ring Tattoos Anymore—It’s About Time
The five-ring logo was previously classified as an “advertisement” and banned by the International Paralympic Committee.
A Confident 4-Year-Old Challenged Sha’Carri Richardson to a Race—and Won
Adorable.
12 Years Ago, She Was Cheated Out of a Gold Medal. Now She Has What’s Rightfully Hers.
Lashinda Demus’s silver medal in the 400-meter hurdles was upgraded to gold during a ceremony at the Paris Games.
Skeezy New Trend: Strava ‘Surrogates’ Are Making Money by Logging Runs for Other People
Plus, some of the most inspiring stories from the mass field.
I Crewed for 5 Elite Runners in America's Most Competitive 100-Mile Race. It Was Intense for All of Us.
Western States is a team effort, from prepping ice bandanas to tending to “morgue-worthy” feet.
Travis Barker Rigged His Treadmill So He Can Rock Out While Running
Sep 19, 2024.
Former Army Major Runs Everest Marathon Dressed as a Lemon
Oct 1, 2024.
Meet Track and Field’s Newest Barbie Doll
Dec 5, 2024.
A Guy Just Broke the World Record for a Marathon in Crocs
Sport mode: engaged.
This Runner Is Attempting a Marathon Every Day in 2024 for Mental Health Awareness
And yes, he’s factoring in the leap day.
Runner Gets Hooked by Fisherman During Half Marathon, Costing Him Second Place
Race medics removed four fishing hooks from Leonid Latsepov’s leg and clothes.
Jelly Roll Finishes His First 5K Race: “I Left Here Feeling Really Motivated”
Next up for the country singer: a half marathon.