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Spring marathon season is approaching; long runs are stretching past two hours, tempo workouts are sharpening, and race day logistics are coming into focus. Whether you are lining up in Boston Marathon , New York City Marathon , or a local 26.2 closer to home, your preparation deserves products and spaces built specifically for women. At Ardsley, we believe performance should not require compromise. We created a women’s only sporting goods store because women deserve tailored

🏀 For the first time in league history, the Women’s National Basketball Association (WNBA) hit a profit benchmark that triggers revenue sharing with its players — a major milestone that reflects the league’s growth in popularity, merchandising, ticket sales, and broadcast value. The payout isn’t just symbolic; it carries actual money going to the athletes, and it signals a shift in how the value of women’s sports can be shared with the athletes driving that growth. What Happ

At Ardsley, we believe that women deserve more than afterthoughts in sport. For too long, the athletic industry has operated under the assumption that one-size-fits-all  is good enough — even though women’s bodies, performance needs, and training goals can differ significantly from those of men. That’s why we built a women’s-only sporting goods store : a space where brands can confidently design and market products with women at the center, where performance isn’t generalized

And Why Platforms Like Ardsley Are Essential to Changing That - Join us: www.ardsley.org Each year, the list of the world’s 100 highest paid athletes is released. And each year, it delivers the same outcome. No women. Not one. Despite historic growth in women’s sports viewership, participation, and cultural relevance, women athletes continue to be excluded from the highest earning tiers of professional sports. This is not a talent issue. It is not a performance issue. It is

At Ardsley, we believe women deserve clear, evidence-informed support at every stage of sport, including postpartum. T here is no universal timeline for postpartum return to running, and variation is both normal and expected. This guide compiles common recommendations, professional resources, and community-informed considerations to support postpartum runners as they rebuild strength, confidence, and consistency. Medical Disclaimer This content is for informational and educat

Running a business while raising a family lives in the margins. It happens before the house wakes up, after bedtime stories are finished, and in the quiet stretches where you ask yourself whether the effort is worth the uncertainty. This is the reality of building Ardsley—a women’s sporting goods business rooted in community—while also being present to our marriage, committed parents, and people who still shows up for our 9–5s. This post is for parents who are building someth

Photo by: Ginny Rose Stewart W alk into any major sporting goods store and you’ll notice the same pattern: endless rows of men’s gear, with a small corner dedicated to women. For decades, the sports industry has operated on a “shrink it and pink it” model—downsizing men’s products, coloring them differently, and marketing them as women’s. But female athletes deserve more than second-rate design. That’s why Ardsley | Women’s Sporting Goods  exists. The Problem with Traditional

photo by erica steeves From high-intensity workouts to everyday athleisure, women rely on sportswear for comfort, performance, and style. However, recent reports about BPA and harmful chemicals in activewear from major brands have raised concerns. To protect your health, performance, and the environment, it's important to be a smart consumer and properly care for your workout clothes. Here’s how to choose safer athletic wear, extend its lifespan, and reduce exposure to toxins

How to Stay Active in a New England Winter Winter in New England is known for its frosty charm: snow-covered landscapes, crisp air, and scenic trails. While the cold can be daunting, staying active during these months is not only achievable but also rewarding. Here are practical tips to keep moving and make the most of the season. Photo Credit: Tiffany Chan Embrace Outdoor Activities Winter provides unique opportunities to explore the outdoors. Activities like skiing, snowboa

Running is an empowering and fulfilling activity for women, offering physical and mental health benefits. However, ensuring safety while running is paramount, especially for female runners who may face unique risks. Here is a comprehensive summary of key safety tips for female runners to consider: 1. Plan Your Route in Advance Familiar Routes: Opt for well-lit and populated areas. Running on familiar routes reduces the risk of getting lost and ensures you know potential safe

If you were a spectator for a marathon and you thought the weather was perfect, it's likely it wasn't great for the runners. Perfect marathon-spectator weather i s a 65 ° to 75° cloudless-day. For runners, these are brutal conditions. Runners in +60° conditions will likely experience heat exhaustion, dehydration, GI issues and become light-headed and/or pass out. Especially if the runners are participating in a spring marathon as those runners most likely trained through

You've muscled and white-knuckled long runs through inclement weather, injuries, treadmill long-runs, watched motivational and informational YouTube videos and your social media feed is full of running influencers. You've run your marathon! Yay! Now what? Well there is a few questions you have to ask yourself before you choose your road to recovery and eventually return to training. The first and most important question is: How did your marathon go? In order to sort this