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The ACTIVE Spring 2022 Running Shoe Guide
It’s the perfect time to invest in a new pair of shoes. That's where this guide comes in handy.

A Runner's Go-To Guide to Fuel
Whether you're just starting to dabble in racing and mileage increases or you've been running for decades, zeroing in on your fueling can be a great w
By Megan Harrington

Small Mistakes Runners Make
The bigger mistakes can be easier to spot, but over time, even small errors can lead to injury or a decrease in performance.
By Megan Harrington

7 Things to Do in Winter to Prepare for Spring Races
It can be so tempting to hibernate until the tulips bloom, but winter is a great time to build a foundation for spring running and racing.
By Megan Harrington

Do You Need a Treadmill?
Like a lot of things, there's no simple answer, but you can ask yourself the following questions if you need a little help deciding.
By Megan Harrington

Hairstyles for Runners
Hair a hot mess after a hot run? Fret no more! Here are the best hairstyles for runners of all styles, climates and distances.
By Erica Schuckies

Sole F63 Review
Sole F63 Review: We spent weeks with this machine to determine it’s one of the best treadmills on the market.
By ACTIVE Reviews Team

The Best Treadmills for Runners
On the search for a treadmill for race training, jogging or coached workouts? You will find one that fits your needs on our list of best treadmills.
By ACTIVE Reviews Team

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

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

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

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

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

Half Marathon Pacing Strategies
Develop and execute a rightforyou half marathon race plan to achieve your personal best. Here's how.
By Jeff Gaudette

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

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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The ACTIVE Spring 2022 Running Shoe Guide It’s the perfect time to invest in a new pair of shoes. That's where this guide comes in handy.

A Runner's Go-To Guide to Fuel Whether you're just starting to dabble in racing and mileage increases or you've been running for decades, zeroing in on your fueling can be a great w By Megan Harrington

Small Mistakes Runners Make The bigger mistakes can be easier to spot, but over time, even small errors can lead to injury or a decrease in performance. By Megan Harrington

7 Things to Do in Winter to Prepare for Spring Races It can be so tempting to hibernate until the tulips bloom, but winter is a great time to build a foundation for spring running and racing. By Megan Harrington

Do You Need a Treadmill? Like a lot of things, there's no simple answer, but you can ask yourself the following questions if you need a little help deciding. By Megan Harrington

Hairstyles for Runners Hair a hot mess after a hot run? Fret no more! Here are the best hairstyles for runners of all styles, climates and distances. By Erica Schuckies

Sole F63 Review Sole F63 Review: We spent weeks with this machine to determine it’s one of the best treadmills on the market. By ACTIVE Reviews Team

The Best Treadmills for Runners On the search for a treadmill for race training, jogging or coached workouts? You will find one that fits your needs on our list of best treadmills. By ACTIVE Reviews Team

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

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

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

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

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

Half Marathon Pacing Strategies Develop and execute a rightforyou half marathon race plan to achieve your personal best. Here's how. By Jeff Gaudette

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

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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The ACTIVE Spring 2022 Running Shoe Guide
It’s the perfect time to invest in a new pair of shoes. That's where this guide comes in handy.

A Runner's Go-To Guide to Fuel
Whether you're just starting to dabble in racing and mileage increases or you've been running for decades, zeroing in on your fueling can be a great w
By Megan Harrington

Small Mistakes Runners Make
The bigger mistakes can be easier to spot, but over time, even small errors can lead to injury or a decrease in performance.
By Megan Harrington

7 Things to Do in Winter to Prepare for Spring Races
It can be so tempting to hibernate until the tulips bloom, but winter is a great time to build a foundation for spring running and racing.
By Megan Harrington

Do You Need a Treadmill?
Like a lot of things, there's no simple answer, but you can ask yourself the following questions if you need a little help deciding.
By Megan Harrington

Hairstyles for Runners
Hair a hot mess after a hot run? Fret no more! Here are the best hairstyles for runners of all styles, climates and distances.
By Erica Schuckies

Sole F63 Review
Sole F63 Review: We spent weeks with this machine to determine it’s one of the best treadmills on the market.
By ACTIVE Reviews Team

The Best Treadmills for Runners
On the search for a treadmill for race training, jogging or coached workouts? You will find one that fits your needs on our list of best treadmills.
By ACTIVE Reviews Team

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

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

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

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

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

Half Marathon Pacing Strategies
Develop and execute a rightforyou half marathon race plan to achieve your personal best. Here's how.
By Jeff Gaudette

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

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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