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How to Deal With Running Injuries
Alexi shares her experiences with a hamstring injury and some of the strategies she used to heal herself quickly, maintain her mental sanity and come
By The Run Experience

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3 Key Workouts to Run a Faster 5K
Learning how to run a faster 5K is not only possible but downright easy with these three workouts.
By The Run Experience

Fall & Winter Marathons You Don't Want to Miss
Marathon season will be back again before you know it. Find the ideal 26.2 for you.
By ACTIVE.com

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The Best Treadmill Training Apps
Whether you're looking for that extra push from a coach, a bit of competition or a rockin' playlist, these apps fit the bill.
By Megan Harrington

How to Do Push-Ups to Run Faster
By the end, you'll have a clear understanding of how to do pushups and why they're important for your running form and speed.
By The Run Experience

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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

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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

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The Best Running Moments From 2018
From an American winning Boston to a Kenyan crushing the world record and everything in between 2018 was a year for the record books.
By Megan Harrington

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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

5K Training Tips for Beginners
If you're training for a 5K for the first time, or the first time in a long time, these five tips will put you on the right track to cross the finish
By Tyler Pake

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How to Treat and Prevent Runner's Knee
Knee pain is often caused by muscular imbalance, poor form and increased mileage. But you often don't know you have these issues until you experience
By Mackenzie Lobby

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 Golden Rules of Running
From the 10percent rule to the conversation rule, here are 16 universal rules all runners should follow.
By Elizabeth Grimsley

How to Train for Your First 5K
Ready to start training for your first 5K? This mustread howto guide will get you there.
By Jenny Hadfield

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8-Week Half Marathon Training Plan
It's time to put your half marathon plans into action. Here's how to run 13.1 with only two months of training.
By Megan Harrington

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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