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What to Do 2 Weeks Prior to Your First Half Marathon

Take the guesswork out of your training. Here's exactly what to do two weeks prior to your half marathon.

By From the Editors of Runner's World

Running with Sciatica: Treatment and Prevention

Sciatica can be a catchall term for leg pain, so it's important to determine if it is truly a nerve issue you're dealing with and how to treat it.

By Mackenzie Lobby

Why Your GPS Watch Doesn't Match the Race Distance

You signed up (and trained) for one distance, but you got another—or so your GPS watch says. Here's why it happens.

By Beth Shaw

9 Ways to Have More Fun on Your Next Run

When running starts to feel like a chore, try these foolproof methods to find the fun again.

By Jennifer Fox

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5 Misconceptions of Marathon Runners

Running a marathon will earn you quite the reputation among non-runners. Have you been a victim of any of these misconceptions?

By Erik Ammon

The Coolest Things in Running: February 19

What caught our eye this week? The first-ever millennial running study and the Olympic Marathon trials.

By Erica Schuckies

Long Runs Are Not Just For Marathoners

Whether you're training for a 5K or marathon, the long run can be the difference between success or failure.

By Jay Johnson

The 6 Rules of Couples Running

Running with your better half can be sweet. But these six rules of couples running will make sure it doesn't go sour.

By Megan Harrington

Run Downhill to Run Faster

Add downhill running to your training and watch your PRs plummet with the hills.

By Jason R. Karp, Ph.D.

The Biggest 10Ks in the U.S.

Looking to run a 10K this year? Why not go big? And we mean really big.

By Erica Schuckies

2016 High-Visibility Running Trends

Running in low-light conditions has its fair share of challenges. The latest reflective and high-visibility gear lets you focus on nothing but your...

By Erica Schuckies

How to Run Negative Splits in a Half Marathon

Running negative splits in a race is a goal for many runners, but constantly speeding up for 13.1 miles can be intimidating. Here's how to get it r...

By Pete Rea

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