'We're helping the treadmill be smarter, to be responsive to the person'

The invention was initially developed as a potential therapeutic device to help stroke patients…

The treadmill operates so users can adjust the speed of the belt without pressing any buttons. Instead, users simply speed up or slow down on the treadmill, and the belt speed adjusts accordingly.

The fitness industry is in flux. As exercise seekers choose between working out at home or in person, gyms and equipment makers are along for the ride.

Depending on your intentions with the sport, there may be specific benefits or drawbacks to running inside or in the great outdoors. Read below to figure out which is best for you.

Even though the marathon-- a 26.2-mile race-- is often considered the pinnacle of distance running, there are much longer races known as ultramarathons. I had no idea these even existed! Maybe that comes from the fact that I am much more of a sprinter than a distance runner, but nonetheless, I was intrigued by the idea of people racing so far.

Since the start of the pandemic, connected fitness has been red hot. But now, there are rumblings that the category is cooling. Were reports proclaiming the death of gyms greatly exaggerated? Let’s take a look.

Though there are dangers that come with the territory, running alone can be empowering, uplifting and is great for your mind and body. Every runner deserves the right to exercise without fear, but that doesn't mean that you should not be vigilant.