12 Runners Share Their Unique Pre-Race Rituals
From always eating a Snickers bar the day before to wearing the same earrings for every race, here are 12 quirky rituals from pros and recreational ru
By Emilia Benton
10K Running Articles
Destination Races Ideal for Turning Into a Vacation
Travel for the race, stay for an extended vacation. These destination races are high on our list for great weather, views and landscapes.
By ACTIVE.com
Why You Should Utilize Fartlek Training
Too often runners who are base training fail to do any type of work to remind the body how to change gears and engage different muscle fiber.
By Pete Rea, ZAP Fitness
The Best Turkey Trots to Run This Thanksgiving
Check out the best Thanksgiving races all over the U.S. and sign the whole family up for a race near you.
By ACTIVE.com
Why 10Ks Are the Best Distance
Are you on team 10K? We have 10 reasons why we think the 10K is the best distance.
By Erica Schuckies
5 Workouts to Help You Crush Short Races
Ready to crush your next 5K or 10K? Add one (or more) of these workouts to your routine.
By Megan Harrington
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
When Runners Should Take Their Pants Off
Shorts weather is almost herebut should you be going bare so soon?
By Pete Rea, ZAP Fitness
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