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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

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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

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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

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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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10 All-Time Craziest Running Feats
Have you ever wondered who the world’s fastest whoopee cushion is?
By Rashelle Brown

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Runners: Have You Been Stretching All Wrong?
Static stretching is still the most common form of stretching among runners, but new research shows it could be hurting your performance.
By Pete Rea

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When Does Running Get Easier for Beginners?
When will running start to feel easier for beginners? Find out what you can do to adjust to the demands of running faster so you can experience the le
By Sabrina Grotewold

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5 Phases of Stress Fracture Recovery
Stress fractures can take weeks or months to heal. This fivephase recovery plan will get you back on the roads without setbacks.
By Marion Herring

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2 Pains in Your Shin That Might Not Be Shin Splints
Shin pain doesn't always mean you have shin splints. It might be a sign of some other problem. Here are two conditions that are sometimes mistakenly d
By Marlene Cimons, Runner's World

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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

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How to Introduce Your Dog to Running
Unlike human running partners, canine friends need special attention, especially when they're young. This advice will get your pup up and running with
By Laura Forman

How Far Should You Run?
One of the most common questions that beginners have is, "How much should I run?" It's a tough question but we have the answer.
By Jason Fitzgerald

Running Technique: The Importance of Cadence and Stride
Veteran and rookie runners listen up. You can run like a pro with this simple plan to quicken your stride.
By Mackenzie Lobby

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Runners and Foot Injuries: 4 Causes of Foot Pain
Has foot pain wrecked your training? Learn about the most common ailments, their causes and, most importantly, how runners can avoid the dreaded "I" w
By Caitlin Chock

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