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Welcome to your ultimate running resource. Whether it's your first 5K or you're trying to PR a marathon, we'll help you do it. Find running tips and training articles written by our experts and then sign up for your next race.

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10 of the Quirkiest Habits All Runners Have
No matter if you're working toward your first 5K or you're an experienced marathoner, all runners can relate to these quirky habits.
By Michael Nystrom

Should You Run for Distance or Time?
Is one way better than the other? Before you start your GPS watch, dive into our discussion on the pros and cons of each approach.
By Megan Harrington

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NEW Bodyweight Partner Strength Workout
This bodyweight partner strength workout is done "chipper" style, so together you'll need to complete all the reps of each movement before moving on
By The Run Experience

A 5-Minute Running Form Fix
This 5minute running form fix shows two of the biggest challenges that runners of all levels face.
By The Run Experience

How to Fix Your Running Form Without Compromising Efficiency
A stepbystep guide to break your bad running habits.
By Rashelle Brown

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Upper Body Exercises for Runners
Just because the lower body gets all the attention, doesn't mean your upper body doesn't need any love.
By Angela Bekkala

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9 Ways to Keep Your Next Treadmill Session More Engaging
From listening to podcasts to focusing on form, here are a few ways to fight boredom on a treadmill.
By Michael Nystrom

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Basic Diet and Weight Loss Tips for Runners
This video starts with some nutrition basics and goes on to highlight five simple, sciencebacked strategies for losing weight while running.
By The Run Experience

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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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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

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

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