7 Ways You Can Run Faster in Your Next Race
If you run the same pace, distance and frequency all the time, you'll never improve. Bust out of your rut and run faster with these seven practical...
By Jason Fitzgerald
Running for beginners
We Tried Trail Running—Here's What Happened
This active mom took her kids off the beaten path for a new adventure trail running.
By Beth Swanson
5 Most Common Pitfalls for New Runners
Quit quitting. We’ve outlined frequent mistakes to avoid and provided the motivational tips you need to stay hooked on the sport.
By Rashelle Brown
How Often Should Beginners Run?
New to running and wondering how much is too much? You’ve come to the right place.
By Karen Janos
How to Prevent and Treat Common Running Injuries
Don’t let nagging injuries derail your journey towards race day.
By Christie Aschwanden, Runner's World
Marathon Training Tips from Olympian and Atlanta Track Club Coach Amy Begley
Coach Begley takes the culmination of her life’s work and shares her worldclass tips to help runners be their very best on race day.
By Jennifer Fox
How to Avoid Injury During Obstacle Course Races and Mud Runs
Obstacle course races have exploded in popularity and can be a blast to complete. But they aren’t without risk. Stay safe with these tips.
By Kolby Paxton
A Simple Marathon Training Plan for Beginners
This simple marathon training plan lays out an intelligent beginners approach to the final few months of marathon training and addresses common err...
By Pete Rea
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