Indoor vs. Outdoor Running: 3 Things to Know About Treadmill Training
Treadmill running provides benefits, but also drawbacks compared to running outside. Keep these three things in mind if you'll train on the 'mill t...
By Caitlin Chock
5-MILE running Articles
7 Ultrarunning Myths That Hold You Back
Think you can't run an ultra? Your mind, not your body, might be the thing holding you back. Don't let these seven myths stop you.
By Vanessa Rodriguez
How I Became an Ultrarunner
Become an ultrarunner with advice from one firsttimer to another. Read how Julia Hubbard overcame her ultra fears to finish her first 50 miler.
By Julia Hubbard
The Dos and Don'ts of Race-Day Etiquette
A starttofinish beginner's guide or veteran's refresher course to the do's and don'ts of raceday etiquette.
By Jen A. Miller
What's the Best Pace for Long Runs?
Complete all long runs at an easy pace, and your body to revert to that easy pace when you get tired on race day. Here's how to vary your longrun p...
By Caitlin Chock
How to Taper to Boost Performance
Tapering allows the body to recover and adapt to training stress. But, how much rest is enough, and what amount is too much?
By Jason R. Karp, Ph.D.
5 Race-Day Mistakes to Avoid
To attain raceday success, prepare yourself against these common disasters.
By Selene Yeager
How to Create a Flexible Marathon Race Plan
Anything can happen on marathon race day. Train to be flexible on race day, and learn how to adapt to circumstances out of your control.
By Jeff Gaudette
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