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Half Marathon Specific Workouts
Hope to run your first or best half marathon? Both beginners and experienced distance runners should complete half marathon specific workouts to pr...
By Jeff Gaudette

6 Fartlek Workouts for 3 Training Phases
Fartlek workouts train the body to switch gears and recruit different muscle fibers. Try these six workouts from ZAP Fitness head coach Pete Rea to...
By Pete Rea

How Beginning Runners Can Improve Endurance Without Injury
New runners who want to improve their fitness can get injured easily as they add mileage and intensity. Here's how to get better and avoid getting ...
By Jason Fitzgerald

How to Run Fast: 3 Frequently Asked Questions
Training to run a fast race is tough, and having a bad workout can shake your confidence. Jay Johnson provides encouragement and advice for what to...
By Jay Johnson

How Sports Chiropractors Prevent Injury in Runners
Sports chiropractors identify and correct alignment issues, the root of many running injuries. These injury prevention tips from a sports chiro can...
By Sabrina Grotewold

3 Biggest 10K Race-Day Mistakes and How to Avoid Them
Find out what one RRCAcertified running coach thinks are the biggest 10K raceday mistakes, and how you can steer clear of them on race day.
By Michael Clarke

Marathon Specificity: How to Kick-Start Your Training
If your marathon training plan includes only tempo runs and long runs, you're missing out on an important component. Train at your marathon pace wi...
By Jason Fitzgerald

2 Workouts to Make Marathon Race Pace Feel Easier
Practice running marathon race pace during training so you're confident when the big day dawns. Here's how to use both half marathon and marathon p...
By Jay Johnson

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How to Treat and Prevent Plantar Fasciitis for Runners
Don't let persistent heel pain thwart your running goals. Fight back with these nine coping mechanisms.
By Sabrina Grotewold

The 25 Best Half Marathons in the United States
Are you ready to run? Here are 25 of the best half marathon races in the country that are sure to offer something for everyone.
By Ali Nolan

A Goodbye From Cool Running!
Cool Running may be at the end of its race, but ACTIVE Results is here to help pick up where it left off.
By ACTIVE.com

14 Running-Specific Strength Training Exercises
Strength work is the backbone of great endurance training. These runningspecific exercises will help you build strength, agility and explosiveness.
By Nikki Chavanelle

How to Go From Zero to Marathon in Six Months
If you're a marathon newbie or have been out of the game for a while, you need a smart training approach to get on the 26.2mile saddle.
By Pete Rea

Best Long Run Hydration Habits
Summer was made for long runs, but practicing the right hydration plan can be tricky. Follow this threestep plan to fool proof your strategy.
By Patrick McCrann

The 10 Best Running Apps to Try in 2023
Searching for the best running app to take on your next run? Check out our top picks for the best running apps of 2023.
By Kristine Golden

How Many Miles is a 5K and Other Fun 5K Facts
Here are some answers to the most frequently asked 5K questions that will leave you feeling motivated and knowledgeable, and talking like a running...
By Michael Clarke

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Jason is a USA Track & Field certified coach and creator of Strength Running, a Greatist "Must Read Health & Fitness Blog" of 2013 that hosts over 150,000 monthly readers.