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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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Why Short Workouts Can Help You Build Endurance

Build your endurance in 20 minutes by adding short workouts to your training.

By Davina Lewis

5 Running Workouts to Do With a Partner

Hit the road with a partner and try these five workouts to spice up your running routine.

By Patrick McCrann

Train Your Dog for Long Distance Trail Running in 20 Steps

Six months ago, Ginger was a couch dog. Today, she glides through my ultra-distance training runs. Here's how I trained her.

By Vanessa Rodriguez 

Women on the Run: New England's 65 Plus Club

Need one reason to lace up your shoes? How about 600? That's the number of retirement-age runners in the New England 65 Plus Club who haven't let y...

By Jessica Sebor

Why Do People Run Barefoot?

What's all the hype around barefoot running? Find out why people are shedding their footwear, and why you might want to.

By Trisha Reeves

3 Ways to Train for Your 5K

Race a 5K to reboot your routine, rev up your fitness, and have a little fun.

By Lindsey Emery

Inside the Ragnar Relay

Ever thought about running in Ragnar? Get a behind the scenes look at what really goes on during this race series.

By Fara Rosenzweig

Are Brick Runs Overrated?

A lot of emphasis has been put on brick workouts over the last few years, but they might actually be holding you back. Find out why.

By Rich Strauss

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