ATLX Inspired

Game Changers: Dr. Frank Jobe & Tommy John

The year was 1974. The situation was dire. The future was a gamble. But one thing was for sure — Tommy John’s career was at a crossroads. And fortunately, it was also in the hands of Dr. Frank Jobe.

Running Your First 5k? Check Out Couch25k

If you are interested in running your first 5K or just haven’t hit the pavement in awhile, the Couch25K program can help and motivate you to do it. The app has inspired hundreds and thousands of people to get off the couch, train and finish a 5K in less than two months.

Women Mountain Biking Changes Lives

Wendy Engelberg, founder and organizer of Girlz Gone Riding, is using the traditionally male-dominated sport of mountain biking to change the lives of countless women – and in doing so, is honoring the life of one very special woman.

Seven Habits of Highly Successful Athletes

June 27, 2013 — It’s time to separate the men from the boys. We’ve found the following seven habits to be a successful athlete’s most valuable variables.

The Awesomeness of Training Technology

Miro Gladovic, an avid sports enthusiast and athlete, writes about how training technology like the Nike+ Fuelband and various apps have transformed his active lifestyle… and how they can change yours.

Marathon Mom: Running After Pregnancy

Less than five months after her baby boy was born, Dr. Angela Lanning, an ophthalmologist, ran a sub-three-hour Boston Marathon, proving that a career- and family-oriented woman can still find the time and energy to train.

Community Workout Groups Across US

Beginning in Boston, community workout groups known as “November Project” are spreading to major cities all across the country.

Renowned Chef is World-Class Ultra-Runner

Renowned chef Fabrice Hardel makes running, and winning, 50-mile ultra-marathons look as easy as he does whipping one of his famous seafood dishes.

A Boston Marathoner’s Life of Running

65-year-old Win Englebert is on the verge of completing his 80th marathon at this year’s 116th Boston Marathon, and he doesn’t have much interest in slowing down.

Age Merely a Number for Some Athletes

Wes Worley, Judy Barton and Fred Dieffenbach continue to compete athletically at an age long after most people have hung it up. Though they love the camaraderie, don’t underestimate their competitive drive.

Longtime Friends Make Running History

Two Southern California friends have managed to run at least one mile every day since the late 1960s. Recently, one of their streaks ended, but little else has changed. Their bond remains strong, as does their passion for fitness.

Q&A: Boston Marathon Legend Wayne Levy

Wayne Levy has run over 100,000 miles in his life. As he prepares for his eighth Boston Marathon, we sat down to talk about all things running with this Jamaican-born legend.

Former Big Leaguers Paying Game Forward

Jake Wood and Terry Fox were 1960s teammates with the Detroit Tigers. Nearly 50 years later, they’ve been reunited through the game they love.

We Can Change the World Through Sports

A speech from Nelson Mandela at the Laureus World Sports Awards made corporations and athletes realize that sports can change the world and that it was time to act. The Laureus Sport for Good Foundation was born, and through their championing of sports, they are slowly but surely changing the world.

Our Six Favorite Scenic Marathons

If the thrill of the run doesn’t do it for you, the scenery will. Check out these awesome marathons…

Rare Athlete, Rare Patient: A Triathlete’s Story

Jess Cerra discovered she had the VO2 max of a professional cyclist when she’d hardly ever ridden a bike, but it’s the adversity she’s battled through that has made her the athlete she is today.

Conquering Cancer While Training for Kona

As if training and competing for an Ironman isn’t impressive enough, Clarissa Alba was doing it in the midst of chemo and radiation treatment for breast cancer. Check out this amazing woman’s story!

Athletes speak from the heart to provide motivation and inspiration

Getting – and staying – motivated can be a challenge. Elite and everyday athletes share their methods for keeping the drive alive.

ATLX PSA: Gym Etiquette

A friendly refresher course on gym, track, pool and training etiquette.

Dodgeball Unites Everyday Athletes

Dodgeball isn’t just for PE or Hollywood anymore. The game is sweeping the nation and turning into a pretty competitive sport.

The Resurrection of Roller Derby

Roller derby is making a comeback in modern rec leagues all over, forging bonds in athleticism, sisterhood and badassery.

Why Do You Race?

I Race For Cause (IR4C) is helping everyday athletes to answer that question.

Teenager Completes Marathon on Every Continent

Earlier this year, 15-year-old Kristen De Sousa raised money for Nepal’s underprivileged children by completing a marathon on each of the seven continents

A Trainer, a Marine, & a Fitness-Forged Family

Valli Gideon instituted the first-ever indoor triathlon at the Mission Viejo YMCA. Her Husband, Chris, is a Marine. Together, they are changing lives all over the world.