Jenny McCoy
Contributing Writer
Jenny is a Boulder, Colorado-based health and fitness journalist. She’s been freelancing for Runner’s World since 2015 and especially loves to write human interest profiles, in-depth service pieces and stories that explore the intersection of exercise and mental health. Her work has also been published by SELF, Men’s Journal, and Condé Nast Traveler, among other outlets. When she’s not running or writing, Jenny enjoys coaching youth swimming, rereading Harry Potter, and buying too many houseplants.

Setting Small Goals Helped This Guy Go From Couch Potato to Marathoner in One Year
“Ten years ago, I never would have seen myself as a multiple marathoner."
Jan 3, 2020

Burnout Is Real. Here’s How To Work Through It.
Expert tips for understanding—and overcoming—this work-related phenomenon.
Sep 5, 2019

Seattle Runner Attacked Midrun Fought Like Hell to Defeat Her Offender
“Not today, motherf***er.”
Mar 15, 2017

Here’s What Happened When I Tried Foam Rolling For a Month
Find out if it’s worth the time and effort
Jan 12, 2017