Have you ever wondered how you compare to other runners?

You might know your place in a marathon or where you stack up in your running club, but who are those strangers ahead of you and behind you?

Ten years ago, we conducted a comprehensive study asking our readers about their running preferences. Our pack has grown and evolved a lot since then, and so we're asking again: Who is the American runner in 2016?

We know the running community is made up of all different types of athletes—young, old, beginning, advanced, speedy, and slow.

But we want to know more. How many of us have run a marathon? Are some regions faster than others? How many people are logging more than 40 miles per week?

Times and training are interesting, but tastes and habits are fun, too. Are we all opposed to shorts over tights? Do we seriously speak a different language? (Define snot rocket!) Do all of us listen to “Born to Run,” or are we too serious to use earbuds at all?

Help us paint a picture of the modern American runner. Our survey takes about five minutes to complete. It’s simple—easier than a long run.

Click here to take the survey or visit www.runnersworld.com/surveyusa.

Ali Nolan Features Editor Ali Nolan is a writer, editor, and runner with a heart for sports journalism and a desire to showcase well-told stories.

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