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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 Essential Hill Workouts That Make You Faster

Ready to embrace a good climb? Here are five of Coach Jenny's favorite workouts to help you become a hill lover, not a fighter.

By Jenny Hadfield

4 Fun Track Workouts for Beginners

Tracks are perfect for learning to run and increasing speed. They can be intimidating, so find out what you need to know plus some fun workouts to ...

By Jenny Hadfield

How Often Should You Race During Marathon Training?

Racing—whether to race at all and how often—during a marathon preparatory period is a controversial topic among coaches. Here's an end ...

By Pete Rea

How to "Force" Your Body to Get Faster (in Less Time)

How can you maximize your race times without running becoming a full-time job? These easy strategies help "force" training adaptations so you can r...

By Jason Fitzgerald

5 Trail Races to Do in the Bay Area

Enjoy the scenery and trails of Northern California at one of these trail races in the Bay Area. With a variety of distances and difficulties, you'...

13 Biggest Half Marathons

9 Zombie Runs to Add to Your Race Calendar

Embrace your inner zombie, or brush up on your undead apocalypse fitness, with these nine events that range from the family-friendly to the positiv...

By Michael Clarke

How to Execute the Perfect Tempo Run

If becoming a better distance runner is a goal, tempo runs are a must. But most athletes run these too fast, negating the benefits. Here's how to g...

By Jason Fitzgerald

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