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Find training tips on tackling a 5-mile run. A 5-mile race is the perfect distance to build up to a 10K race.

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12-Week Half Marathon Training Plan
This 12week half marathon training plan will get you to the start line strong and ready to run.
By Ali Holman

Our Top Tips to Crush Your First Half Marathon
Prepare to put your body and mind to the test. With these tips and pieces of wisdom, you can conquer a half marathon and have an awesome experience.
By Ali Nolan

8 Week Half Marathon Training Plan
Ready to run a half marathon? Use this 8week half marathon training plan to get ready to race 13.1 miles in just two months.
By Megan Harrington

8 Week Half Marathon Training Plan
Ready to run a half marathon? Use this 8week half marathon training plan to get ready to race 13.1 miles in just two months.
By Megan Harrington

How to Train for a Half Marathon
Whether you are a newbie or an advanced runner looking for a new approach or PR, we have the knowledge you need in this half marathon training guide.
By Ali Nolan

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

Prepare for an Ultramarathon with This 12-Week Training Plan
This 12week ultramarathon training program incorporates crosstraining and comes with builtin rest days, excellent for novice and intermediate runne
By Greg McMillan

A Marathon Training Plan That Will Have You Ready for 26.2 Miles in 3 Months
This 12week marathon training program incorporates crosstraining and comes with builtin rest days, excellent for novice and intermediate runners.
By Greg McMillan

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A Marathon Training Plan That Will Have You Ready for 26.2 Miles in 3 Months
This 12week marathon training program incorporates crosstraining and comes with builtin rest days, excellent for novice and intermediate runners.
By Greg McMillan

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

Prepare for an Ultramarathon with This 12-Week Training Plan
This 12week ultramarathon training program incorporates crosstraining and comes with builtin rest days, excellent for novice and intermediate runne
By Greg McMillan

8 Foods to Help Muscle Recovery After Long Runs
Stock your kitchen now and prepare to feel AMAZING after those long, tough miles.
By Megan Harrington

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

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

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

The Best Running Shoes for Every Type of Runner—From Beginner to Pro
We've reviewed the best running shoes fit for every type of runner. Check out our top picks, based on expert input and research.
By Olivia Jones