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Dog-Friendly Races to Run with Your Four-Legged Friend

Running with your dog makes exercise more fun for both parties. Spend some quality time with your four-legged companion at one of these dog-friendl...

By Kolby Paxton

How to Lose Weight While Training for a Marathon

It's a misconception that marathoners can eat copious amounts without gaining weight. Losing weight while training for 26.2 is tricky but doable; l...

By  Greg Strosaker

10 Tips for Your First 10K

Gearing up for your first 10K? Follow these tips to achieve success on race day.

By Coach Jenny Hadfield

8 Tips to Overcome Embarrassment of Running in Public

If you're a newbie who fears running in public, you're not alone. Conquer your fears and increase your confidence with these eight tips.

By Karen Janos

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What You’re Really Thinking While You Run

It is true that we runners love to run. But it’s also true that sometimes we really hate it. So, what’s actually going through our heads during a r...

By Kolby Paxton

Bench to 5K: I Replaced Football with Running—and Learned to Love It

I used to hate running. Now I’m the running editor at ACTIVE.com, and I’m training for my first marathon. So, what happened?

By Kolby Paxton

10 Reasons You Should Do The Color Run

Need a way to amplify your endorphins? Try running the Happiest 5K on the Planet.

By Kara Deschenes

Treadmill Workouts That Won’t Bore You

Try these treadmill workouts that will keep you in peak running shape without feeling like you’re stuck on a hamster wheel.

By Beth Shaw

The Journey from Couch to 5K: My First Month of Training

Our newbie runner recounts her first month of training, including new aches and pains, the importance of stretching and why running actually rocks.

By Meredith Bland

How to Train Like Olympian Marathoner Jared Ward

Whether you’re training for your first marathon, your fastest, or to qualify for Boston, you can learn a few things from this Olympian.

By Danny Woodward

The Journey from Couch to 5K: Getting off the Couch

A non-runner is taking on the Couch to 5K® presented by Special K training program. Learn more about her story.

By Meredith Bland

How to Get Started Running

There are plenty of reasons to start running, but if you’re new to the sport, these tips can help you make it a habit.

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