Breaking4

Faith Kipyegon vs. the 4-Minute Mile

The world champion teamed with Nike to tackle Breaking4 — Faith’s goal to be the first woman to run a mile in under 4 minutes. See how Nike considered every factor, including innovations in apparel and footwear, location, aerodynamics and efficiency.

Behind the Scenes of Faith Kipyegon's Breaking4 Attempt Day

Go trackside to see and feel the emotion from the champion's historic attempt.

10 Details Nike Obsessed to Support Faith Kipyegon and Breaking4

Speed suit, sports bra, spikes, dialed. Here, other essential factors Nike considered to give Faith Kipyegon the best support for Breaking4.

Faith Kipyegon Is Ready to Make History

For women, a sub-4-minute mile has long been considered not only improbable, but physiologically impossible. Meet Faith Kipyegon, the Nike Athlete who’s committed to breaking that barrier.

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