Cross Country
Tyson Gay: Running Back
The fastest man in America is taking it slow. Tyson Gay, one of the most decorated U.S. sprinters of the last decade, has been preparing to compete for Olympic gold [...]
Run Faster, Smarter and Longer With Plyometrics
Distance runners are among the world's most disciplined athletes. They chart a pace for every mile of a race and stick to their plan no matter what the field does. [...]
Exercises to Prevent Shin Splints
Shin splints are nearly inevitable if you're a runner or sprinter. Caused by either an inflammation of shin muscles or small microfractures on the tibia (the shinbone), shin splints generate [...]
Elite 50: Ranking the Nation’s Top Women's Cross Country Programs
In our women's cross country rankings, we take you beyond wins and losses to reveal what truly makes a college cross country program great. To come up with our list [...]
Elite 50: Ranking the Nation's Top Men's Cross Country Programs
In STACK’s cross country rankings, we take you beyond wins and losses to reveal what truly makes a college cross country program great. To come up with our list of [...]
The Power of a Positive Attitude: How Runner Gabriele Anderson Beat Cancer on Her Way to London 2012
What would you do if you were diagnosed with cancer at the peak of your athletic career? While most young athletes will never have to deal with anything as [...]
Boost Recovery With Florida State Cross Country's Light Speed Workout
Florida State Men’s Cross Country coach Bob Braman, the 2010 ACC Men's Cross Country Coach of the Year, directs one of the strongest programs in the country. He knows how important [...]
Need for Speed: Nike Zoom Streak XC 3
The Zoom Streak XC 3 [$70] is Nike's newest cross country model. Created for serious speed, the shoe is ultra-lightweight with a distraction-free fit. A one-piece mesh upper reduces irritation [...]
Top Running Shoes and Spikes for the Track
Lace up and track down your competition. Check out STACK's lineup of the latest and greatest track spikes, making a mark. Running shoes 1. Saucony ProGrid Mirage, $100, saucony.com 2. [...]
Choosing the Right Cross Country Running Shoes
When it comes to selecting good cross country running shoes, a big misconception can be "the more expensive the shoe, the better it will perform." Admittedly, as athletes, we are [...]