Emily Faherty

Emily is thrilled to join the DailyBurn team this summer as a contributing writer. She is a 2008 graduate of Fairfield University and has held editorial staff roles at New Jersey Monthly magazine, AOL, and currently, at About.com. Emily has been a life-long athlete, but discovered her passion for running long distance after college. She already has two marathons under her belt and shows no signs of slowing down. Emily's running related writing has appeared on The Huffington Post, where she blogged about training for the 2011 New York City Marathon, and Greatist.com. You can read more about her personal running adventures at keeprunningkeepwriting.com.

Articles by Emily Faherty

The 15 Great U.S. Spring Marathons

All eyes may be on Boston come April, but don’t forget to set your sights on these other top-rated spring marathons around the country.

15 Amazing Fall Marathons in the U.S.

Whether you’re training for your first marathon or chasing after a qualifying time for Boston, here are the best marathons to set your sights on this fall.

The 50 Great U.S. Half-Marathons

Want to run a half-marathon this year? Don’t waste your time (and money) on any ol’ race! Mark your calendar with these top 50 races across the U.S. — one from every state!

The 30 Awesome Thanksgiving Turkey Trots

Stay a few steps ahead of your high-calorie feast by kicking Thanksgiving off with a turkey trot. Here are our picks for the best turkey trots in the U.S.

The 30 of the Best Marathons in the Entire World

Get that passport ready! We’re taking our racing shoes on the ultimate destination run to find the best marathons in all corners of the globe. See our top 30 picks here.

The 12 of the Most Epic Mud Runs in the World

These mud runs will test your strength and grit. Whether you want to dash through fire, plunge into ice water or just splash around in mud with friends, there’s a perfect race for you.

Need Running Motivation? 20 Epic ‘Runspo’ Instagrams

Get instant running motivation with these epic Instagrams. From epic rock faces to dazzling sunsets, these pics will make you want to lace up your sneakers, stat.

15 Races for People Who’d Rather Walk Than Run

Prefer power walking to jogging? We don’t blame you. These 15 awesome races across the United States were practically made for walkers like you.

10 Ways to Stay Hydrated (That Aren’t Water)

While those tall glasses of water are key for hydration, these refreshing food and drink alternatives to H2O can also keep you hydrated all day long.

Fast Fall Marathons to Earn a BQ

To gain your entry into the Boston Marathon, look to these top BQ-friendly fall races known for their flat and fast courses.

Hate Running? 25 Ways to Learn to Love It

Can’t believe some people out there actually like, let alone love running? Get tips on finding fun on the run in honor of National Running Day.

The Beginner’s Guide to Trail Running

Sick of your standard running routes or boring treadmill? Spring is the perfect time to take your runs off-road and into the great outdoors. Read on for essential trail running tips.

15 Fun and Fast Marathons for Beginners

There may be no such thing as an “easy” marathon, but these 15 fun and fast 26.2-mile races around the country pave the way for first-timers.

Ultrarunning: Are We Meant to Go the Distance?

What does it really take to be an ultrarunner? And is running mega-distances even safe… let alone sane? Read on for the scoop on ultrarunning.