Set the Pace Takes a Global Look at Women's Running Safety
12 Weeks Til Brooklyn! Train with NYRR x Runna
Run the RBC Brooklyn Half with Team for Kids!
Team for Kids - 2026 RBC Brooklyn Half
NYRR Run for the Future
Youth
The United Airlines NYC Half Collection
RBC Brooklyn Half- 12 Week Plan
Training Program
Our Nonprofit Vision
To build healthier lives and stronger communities through the transformative power of running
-
-
$460M Raised for charities since 2006 -
00:00 /
Rising New York Road Runners gives children of all ages, skill levels, and abilities, the power and encouragement to become their best selves through running.
DISCOVER ALL OF RISING NEW YORK ROAD RUNNERS
Set the Pace: The Vital Importance of Safety for Women Runners
This episode explores runner safety, particularly for women, and includes information on Tirop’s Angels, a Kenyan organization that combats gender-based violence; an interview Jean Knaack of the Road Runners Club of America on the need for a systematic approach to runner safety; and a talk with the co-founders of Safely, a company that makes safety products for women runners.
New York Road Runners Makes First Official Visit to Kenya—the Home of Champions
February 2026 marked a significant milestone in the history of New York Road Runners—the organization paid its first official visit to the nation that has produced more marathon champions than any other place in the world. Led by CEO Rob Simmelkjaer, the delegation included members of the Executive Leadership, Professional Athletes, and Content teams.
Set the Pace: Live from Kenya with Marathon Champ Sharon Lokedi
In this special episode of Set the Pace Rob sits down with Sharon Lokedi, TCS New York City Marathon champion, at her mother’s home in Eldoret, Kenya. Lokedi reflects on her journey from training on Kenya’s red clay roads to winning major marathons, and what it means to inspire other Kenyan runners.
Celebrating Lunar New Year as a Declaration of Belonging
Contributors Circle member Carolyn Su shares her experience leading a food run tour through Boston's Chinatown. "Food has always been the love language of my relatives and of my community. Not only that, but sharing meals is the ultimate act of communicating acceptance and belonging."
Women-Owned Business on Mission to Create Sense of Confidence and Safety on the Run
Safely, a company founded by four women, has a mission to help women feel more confident and to create a safer tomorrow.
New York Road Runners Celebrates Black History Month
February is Black History Month, and this year marks 100 years the nation has recognized the achievements and contributions of Black Americans and their central role in U.S. history.