The Americans at Boston will be led by Mantz and Sisson—the two fastest marathoners in U.S. history. This will be the first time since 1978 that both American record holders will line up at Boston (and just the third time ever).

LYNNFIELD — For Ally Milford, the Boston Marathon is far more than a race. It is a marker of survival, a thread that weaves through the most profound chapters of her life, and now, a celebration of coming full circle.

He's run 173 marathons, including 53 in Boston, and still sometimes needs to psych himself up to start running. "My worst is cold, rainy, and wind in your face," McGillivray said. At 71, the former race director averages about 30 miles a week, running every day, no matter the weather.

All four defending open and wheelchair division champions plus American record holders will all compete in the same edition of the Boston Marathon.

New England Patriots wide receiver Efton Chism III visited Mass General Brigham's sports cardio clinic last month, in efforts to assist former Boston Police Com

As “Mangionistas” grow in number, parallels to the Tsarnaev “Jaharians” spark renewed scrutiny of criminal idolization in America.

This year, Adidas has returned to basics with a beautiful royal-blue-and-gold design (and an embroidered logo)

Six elite runners — including all four defending champions and two U.S. record holders — are entered for the 130th Boston Marathon from Hopkinton to Boylston Street.

The U.S. Polo ASSN. Palm Beaches Marathon kicked off at 6 a.m., taking runners through downtown West Palm Beach and serving as a Boston Marathon qualifier.

Over 7,000 runners from all 50 states and 12 countries are participating in the 26.2-mile Phoenix Marathon. The Dec. 13 event is a qualifier for the Boston Marathon.

I am always very convinced that they involve blood doping," said former world record holder Ingrid Kristiansen