Gwen Jorgensen’s 7 Essential Keys to Running Success
We caught up with elite marathoner Gwen Jorgensen at her home in Portland, Oregon, to learn how she sets herself up for running success.
By Melanie ClancyRunning Articles & Advice
How to Fuel Like Gwen Jorgensen
Putting in some serious miles? We asked Olympic gold medalist Gwen Jorgensen what she eats to fuel her running lifestyle.
By Melanie Clancy
This 5-Step Warm-Up Will Help You PR
Not all warmups are created equally. This one has some serious magic to help you at your next race.
By ACTIVE.com
I'll Never Qualify for Boston, but Here's Why I Keep Trying
An impossible goal can sometimes make your running stronger.
By Ali Nolan
How to Run a 5k: Your 3-Step Training Plan
Take your fitness and confidence to new heights with this simple plan. You will be running 3.1 miles in no time.
By Sarah Lorge Butler
A 10-Week Plan to Run 5K for Beginning Runners
That 3.1 goal is well within your reach.
By David Camire
Here's How Running Affects Your Heart
Common knowledge tells us running is good for our cardiovascular system, but what's really going on inside our chest?
By Kim Dinan
Are Training Partners Always a Good Idea?
Our fast friends enable us to train at a higher level with reduced exertion, but are there times we should just run on our own?
By Jason R. Karp, Ph.D.
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