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13 of Our Most Awkward Covers

These struggle to stand the test of time.

by
souza
Rodale
1

April 1973

Awkward Covers April 1973
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This cover story was about having fun while you run. But that's obvious, right?
The rest of the covers speak for themselves ...

2

October 1977

Awkward Covers April 1977
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April 1979

Awkward Covers April 1979
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4

April 1980

Awkward Covers April 1980
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5

February 1981

Awkward Covers Feb 1981
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May 1981

Awkward Covers May 1981
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June 1981

Awkward Covers June 1981
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8

April 1982

Awkward Covers April 1982
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June 1982

Awkward Covers June 1982
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10

August 1982

Awkward Covers August 1982
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April 1985

Awkward Covers April 1985
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12

May 1990

Awkward Covers May 1993
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13

February 1996

Awkward Covers Feb 1996
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