3 Keys to Marathon Training
What are your marathon training goals? If you don't have any, you won't get very far. Learn the three essentials of 26.2mile prep to get on the rig...
By Jeff Gaudette
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10 Tips for Beginning Runners to Choose a Training Plan
If you're a beginner who is enthusiastic about starting a running regimen but aren't clear on how to select and execute a training plan, this advic...
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How Much High-Intensity Training Do Runners Really Need?
The benefits of highintensity training are constantly being touted, but how much fast running do you need to improve? Active Expert Matt Fitzgerald...
By Matt Fitzgerald
10 Biggest 10Ks in the U.S.
According to Running USA, here are the 10 biggest 10Ks in the country. Sign up today.
By Vanessa Rodriguez Active.com
Boost Running Performance With Confidence-Building Workouts
Confidence can be a reliable predictor of performance, but you have to complete the right training first. These four workouts will get you ready fo...
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How to Use Periodization to Achieve Your Running Goals
Do you use a handful of workouts over and over? Then you're likely not training and racing to your potential. Here's how to periodize your efforts ...
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Your 12-Week Half-Marathon Training Plan
Fit singer, Ellie Goulding, shares her daybyday training plan that helped her breeze through the Nike Women Half Marathon. Plus: SELF shares 5K and...
By Jessica Cassity
25 Rules Every Runner Should Follow
These 25 rules are universally accepted by runners, but there is an exception to every rule. Find out when you should stick to the guidelines, and ...
By Bob Cooper
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