Should You Run With a Cold?
No one likes to be sick, and runners hate taking days off. Coach Jay Johnson weighs the pros and cons of running when you have a cold.
By Jay JohnsonRunning Articles & Advice
How to Balance Marathon Training With Life
Marathon training can feel allencompassing, but it doesn't have to be. Learn how to balance 26.2mile prep with life, work, setbacks and family.
By Greg Strosaker
How You Know You Are a Runner
How do you know that you're a runner? When certain habits become second nature, you've become one of us. Check out this fun look at runners' quirks.
By Sabrina Grotewold
The New Rules of Marathon Nutrition: How Many Carbs?
Studies have shown that lowcarb diets do indeed increase fat burning during running. But, how does this affect performance?
By Matt Fitzgerald
What to Do About Running Aches and Pain
How do you know the difference between normal aches and true pain, which can be the sign of something more serious? Here's how to tell.
By Karen Janos
The New Rules of Marathon Nutrition
Want to get leaner for your next marathon? Active Expert Matt Fitzgerald studied the diets of elite runners for years, and shares their secrets.
By Matt Fitzgerald
The Importance of Running Well
Too many people rush into high mileage training programs and wind up injured. Learn to run well before you run more. Here's how.
By Justin Levine
Is Your GPS Watch Accurate?
If your GPS watch says that marathon you ran was actually 26.5 miles, what should you do? Before you question the race itself, first find out how a...
By Ryan Wood
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