Jodi Heckel

orrie Pearson of Champaign added a new kind of workout to her routine this fall.

For Veronica Laureano, running is a source of self-confidence and self-esteem.

A free weekly 5K run that originated in Europe has come to Champaign. Parkrun is a community event run every Saturday morning in a neighborhood park. The Champaign Parkrun started

The Starting Line | Running across America

Rafael Ruggieri was running the Christie Clinic Illinois Half Marathon last spring with his 18-year-old son, Isaac, when he felt faint and fell to his knees.

With how hot and humid it’s been, it’s important for runners to up their electrolyte intake, drink more water and prioritize their fitness.

The Siberian Express trail run is a test of endurance held annually at Kickapoo State Recreation Area. This year, the youngest participant in the race's history finished the hilly 7.45-mile

University of Illinois sophomore Mara Haiduc began running at the start of this school year as a way to push herself and help her recovery from a serious illness. She’ll

John Rodino of Pontiac will run the Illinois 5K at the Christie Clinic Race Weekend. Six years ago, he could barely walk.

When Adith Srivatsa runs the Christie Clinic Illinois Half Marathon, he'll be aiming for a personal record. But whether or not he gets a personal record, the race will be