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McGee Nall
Contributing Writer
After a summer internship with Runner’s World in 2017, McGee has somehow convinced the team to let her keep writing for them as a freelancer. Her work for both Runner’s World and Bicycling consists mostly of news and human interest pieces. Her favorite stories to tell are ones of “ordinary” people doing extraordinary things through running and cycling, whether accomplishing personal goals, overcoming severe trials, or transforming their communities. Her writing has also appeared on ACTIVE and Paste Magazine. When she’s not running or eating, you can probably find her still eating.
Ultramarathon Runners, Take Note. These Are the World's Toughest Races.
After a summer internship with?
10 Bucket List Races You’ll Want to Consider in 2021
Can your legs handle the most brutal events around the globe.
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Stellar St. Patrick’s Day Runs
May the luck o’ the Irish bring you a PR this March.
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From Living on the Streets to Running Marathons Around the World
Don Wright is outrunning a rare form of blood cancerand he doesnt plan on stopping.
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How Do These Sisters Train in Three Different States? The Magic of FaceTime
Thanks to technology, the sisters got some virtual encouragement to power through those tough training miles.
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Her Mother’s Concentration Camp Number Inspires Her to Finish Every Race
The resolve of her 88-year-old mother carried Rochelle Goldschmiedt over the finish line in New York.
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These Women Are Chasing the 2020 Olympic Marathon Trials Together
Cowtown Elite has its sights set on the Olympics—but also on looking out for one another, too.
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Why You Should Start Taking Daytime Naps
Aug 3, 2022.
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St. Jude’s Helped This Teen Beat Cancer. Now He’s Doing 26.2 in the Hospital’s Honor
After besting his fight with a brain tumor, Jaxon Hindman doesn’t plan to stop running anytime soon.
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New University of Virginia President Creates Impressive Campus Group Run
Oct 3, 2017.
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Chris Pratt Surprises Runners With Team Bibs for NYC Marathon
The A-lister chatted and shared a beer with Achilles International athletes who will now get to run the race.
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Never Too Late: 80-Year-Old Dad Laces up to Help His Daughter Recover
John Lunz started running with his daughter when she needed it the most. In the process, he found a new passion.
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Joining Cross Country Changed So Much for This Teen With Autism
She almost didn’t make it through her birth, and now she’s never felt more alive.
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Charity Team Runners Ready to Help Victims of Massachusetts Fires
CA Notice at Collection.
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Marines Are Running 57 Miles and Doing 570 Burpees to Help Veterans
These Marines not only want to support vets, but make lasting impacts in their communities.
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Xavier Thévenard Wins Ultra-Trail Mont Blanc for Third Time
Two American women placed in the top 10, while three U.S. contenders on the men’s side withdrew from the 171K race.
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Man Uses Marathon Experience to Chase Down Car Snatchers
After running more than 16 marathons, Morgan Scoville knew the bad guys wouldn’t get away that easily.
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How Runner Dana Giordano Is Giving Back to the Children’s Hospital That Helped Her Beat Cancer
After fighting ovarian cancer as a teen, Giordano is sharing her story to help others know they’re not alone.
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Rob Krar and Katie Arnold Win Leadville Trail 100 Run
The intense race takes runners from elevations of 9,200 to 12,600 feet in the extreme terrain of the Colorado Rockies.
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Brenda Guajardo Overcomes a Year of Injury and Emotional Turmoil to Win Badwater 135
She pulled out of last year’s race with a broken foot. Here’s how she prepared for a comeback win—and a PR.
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Mom Runs 50 U.S. National Parks to Keep Promise to Daughter Who Died of Cancer
It was their dream to do it together, so Gil Schaenzle followed through on the challenge as a way to honor her daughter’s memory.
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His Best Way to Win a Marathon? With 3-Year-Old Son in His Arms
Jorge Maravilla won the San Francisco Marathon for the second year, and also hurdled a police motorcycle midrace.
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Man Runs 26 Hours to Celebrate 26 Years of Sobriety
Charlie Engle ended up logging 118 miles as he shared his story of hope with his community.
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Woman Shatters Triple-Stroller Pushing Record in Half Marathon
Cynthia Lauren Arnold took 18 minutes off the known record.
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77-Year-Old Cancer Survivor Qualifies for 2019 Senior Games
Don Wright is outrunning a rare form of blood cancer—and he doesn’t plan on stopping.
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Red, White, and Blue Running Gear for the 4th of July
Here are 13 rad, patriotic items you can wear to impress all your friends.
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How This Visually Impaired Runner and Guide Dog Find Their Way
Ken Fernald and his lab, Winnie, recently finished their first race together.
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Running for Them: 3 Moms Bond by Running for Their Kids With Cancer
After receiving the same troubling news within a month, these parents turned to running to cope and fight in their own way.
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10 Bucket List Marathons You Should Run in 2018
Can your legs handle the most brutal events around the globe.
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For Firefighter Who Runs to Remember the Fallen, NYC Marathon Brings Special Meaning
Blake Johnson of Alabama started running to lose weight and perform better at his job. Then he found other motivation.
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Heel Striker: Woman Sets Marathon Record in 3-Inch Stilettos
As if 26.2 miles wasn't hard enough, one woman took her race to the next level.
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9 Years After Accident, Former Runner Experiences 5K, Vows to Run Again
"The wind and the sun was in my hair, just like it was when I used to run."