Six Minute Mile

07/29/2025

A balanced runner is a fast and healthy runner. That’s according to a recent post from on Instagram, where she shared 10 moves designed to build single-leg strength for runners. Included on the list are step-ups, reverse lunges, single-leg RDLs, and more, so if you’re looking to expand your gym routine, be sure to check out each clip.

07/25/2025

Recognized for impeccable organization on an iconic course managed by the United States Marines in Arlington, VA, and the nation’s capital, the Marine Corps Marathon is one of the largest marathons in the U.S. and the world. This year is extra special because it marks the 50th running of the largest race in the world without prize money.

Think you have what it takes to roll with the Marines? Registration for the 50th Marine Corps Marathon is sold out, but they want to allow one Six Minute Mile reader to experience “The People’s Marathon”. In next Friday’s issue, we will be giving one SMM reader a bib entry to run the race on October 25th, 2025. To sweeten the pot, we’re also hooking the winner up with a $200 gift card to The Feed plus some exclusive Six Minute Mile gear. Entering the giveaway is free and easy. Here are the rules:

Follow & on Instagram
Like this post.
Tag 2 friends below in comments for 2 extra entries

*Open to U.S. residents only. No purchase necessary. Must be 18+ to enter. Three entries max. Giveaway ends at 11:59 p.m. ET on July 31st, 2025. One winner will be selected at random and contacted via Instagram DM. This giveaway is not sponsored, endorsed, administered, or associated with Instagram. By entering, participants release Instagram of responsibility and agree to its terms of use. Entries agree to be emailed from Six Minute Mile.

07/17/2025

If you’re going to be racking up serious summer miles, you have to be smart about how you go about it. The best way Six Minute Mile knows to stay cool is dressing in Smartwool’s Merino Wool running gear. Merino wool fibers are exceptionally fine, allowing for excellent airflow and ventilation. That enhanced breathability helps prevent overheating and keeps you feeling cool, even during sun-exposed runs when the thermometer tops 90 degrees. To celebrate our partnership and for the love of keeping runners cool, we’re giving one follower a $200 gift card to spend on Smartwool’s site! One winner will be picked randomly on July 31st. The sweepstakes are free and easy to enter. Just follow the rules here:
Follow & on Instagram
Like this post. Tag 2 friends below in comments for 2 extra entries
Take the Quiz through the Link in our bio. (https://forms.gle/ZwxBCATYiTvx1FGD6)

*Open to U.S. residents only. No purchase necessary. Must be 18+ to enter. Three entries max. Giveaway ends at 11:59 p.m. ET on July 31st, 2025. This giveaway is not sponsored, endorsed, administered, or associated with Instagram.

06/19/2025

“Breaking4: Faith Kipyegon vs. the 4-Minute Mile” On June 26 in Paris, Faith Kipyegon will attempt to run what was previously thought to be unthinkable. She’ll attempt to become the first woman to break 4 minutes for the mile. Link in bio or head to the SMM site for the full story.

06/19/2025

“Breaking4: Faith Kipyegon vs. the 4-Minute Mile”. Faith Kipyegon will attempt to run what was previously thought to be unthinkable and try to become the first woman to break 4 minutes for the mile. The event is an integrated partnership project with that’s been in the works since 2023. Read Six Minute Mile’s coverage on the story through the link in bio or heading right to our site. Image/video credit: Nike

04/24/2025

SMM T-SHIRT GIVEAWAY ALERT: Six Minute Mile Readers – We want to hear from you! We’re conducting a survey to better understand your running habits so we can deliver the best content and gear ideas possible. If you’ve got 2 minutes to help out, we’d greatly appreciate it. As a special thank-you, we’ll even send out a free t-shirt to 10 lucky participants. Click the link in our Bio to participate.

03/24/2025

40k followers! A huge thank you to all our new running buds who've joined us on this marathon. Our place isn’t slowing down! Stay tuned to SMM for the most inspiring, motivating, and amusing running content on the web!

02/14/2025

If you want to get a jump on spring marathon training, now is the time to start plyometrics. A recent post from broke down 6 moves that target the legs and ankles to build fast-twitch muscle fibers, which help to generate explosive power and speed. They can fit into a warmup or cooldown, or build the foundation for a gym day that’s sure to have you hopping toward a PR in no time.

12/11/2024

The holidays are here, and our friends at are in the spirit of giving! They’re offering three lucky followers one 3-pack of their award-winning running socks ($50+ value). The rules for entering the Bombas giveaway are simple:

1. Follow and on Instagram.
2. Like this post.
3. Tag two friends in the comments.

Winners will be randomly selected on 12/18. Good luck!

02/06/2023

Check out the Six Minute Mile weekly shoe review. Brian Metzler reviews the Altra Rivera 3! Altra, known for their 0mm heel-toe offset, delivers one of the most versatile shoe of the year.

By Brian Metzler It’s been about a dozen years since Altra showed off the initial models of its uniquely designed shoes at a trade show to curious retailers in Salt Lake City. While some outliers were immediately interested in the quirky new shoes with a foot-shaped toe box and what was then calle...

08/13/2022

Think you have what it takes to run with the Marines? We have two free bibs to the Marine Corps Marathon and two to the 10k. To be entered make sure you follow us, like this post and tag two friends! Winners will be selected on Monday!

06/06/2022

It’s trail running season! Before you go out and buy a new pair, read our latest review of the Tecton X by shoe savant Link in our bio to read all about it!