A 16-year-old from New Zealand has set a new world record for the fastest mile run by an under–18 athlete. Sam Ruthe crossed the finish line in an extraordinary 3:48.88 minutes at the John Thomas ...

Eskom’s forecasts show a high risk of load-shedding returning near the end of the decade unless the shutdown of some coal power stations is delayed or new gas power comes online faster than expected.

Welcome to the Runner’s World podcast. Hosted by Rick Pearson and Ben Hobson, each week we discuss topics within the world of running – we’re talking the best training advice from elite running ...

Athletes and runners often get a condition called runner’s toe, which is a blackened toenail caused by repeated strain on your foot. It's not dangerous, but it can be very painful, and there are ways ...

A creatine loading phase uses 20 to 25 grams daily for 5 to 7 days to quickly saturate muscle creatine stores, then shifts to 3 to 5 grams daily. Research suggests loading can raise muscle creatine ...