Marathon Training Tips for First-Timers

Tested tips and tricks for newbies who want to tackle their first marathon. Here's how to avoid the most common mistakes.

By Erik Ammon

Train for Your Muscle Fiber Type

Does your training plan account for your muscle fiber type composition? Find out why this makes a difference, and take the quiz to discover your type.

By Jason R. Karp, Ph.D.

Ryan Hall's Olympic Marathon Preparation

We picked America's fastest marathoner, Ryan Hall's, brain to discover what he thinks about when ticking off those lightening-fast 26.2 miles. Read...

By Sabrina Grotewold

3 Best Workouts For Summer Running

Don't let the heat slow you down; meet your goals even if you can't run as much as you'd like.

By Cindy Kuzma

10 Golden Rules Of Marathon Success

Follow these principles to achieve your 26.2 goal.

By Jennifer Van Allen, Bart Yasso, and Amby Burfoot

10 Tips for Running Your Strongest Marathon

Cross the marathon finish line feeling strong and healthy with these 10 trustworthy training principles. Get in tune with your mind and body to end...

By Thad McLaurin

Should You Race a Half Marathon Before a Marathon?

While racing half of 26.2 miles before marathon race day can give you confidence, it is not always the best idea. Here's what you need to know befo...

By Jason Fitzgerald

Good Running Form for Beginners

Learn proper running form as a beginner to avoid injuries and slow race times in the future. Use these visual cues from coach Brendan Cournane to i...

By Brendan Cournane