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'The Long Run' chronicles the rise of running

NPR | By A Martínez
Published April 20, 2026 at 3:41 AM CDT

NPR's A Martinez talks to running coach Martin Dugard about his new book, "The Long Run," which details the growth of major marathon races and the cultural shifts that made running popular.

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A Martínez is one of the hosts of Morning Edition and Up First. He came to NPR in 2021 and is based out of NPR West.