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Best Running Jackets of 2022: Breezy Apparel for Outdoor Exercise
Looking for the best running jacket to wear on your next jog or trail run? Check out this roundup from the ACTIVE Reviews Team!
By ACTIVE Reviews Team

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: Calorie Burning on a Budget
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

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

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

Want to be a More Well-Rounded Runner? Run Less
Learn how to become a better runner with these tips from running coach Jamey Yon.
By Sosha Lewis

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

13 Essential Core Exercises for Runners
We know that to improve your running, you have to run. But don't overlook your core. These exercises should become part of your routine.
By Jason Fitzgerald

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

7 Cross-Training Exercises For Runners
Even the runningobsessed need a break. Find out which crosstraining exercises will give you an extra edge on race day.
By Mackenzie Lobby

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Best Running Jackets of 2022: Breezy Apparel for Outdoor Exercise Looking for the best running jacket to wear on your next jog or trail run? Check out this roundup from the ACTIVE Reviews Team! By ACTIVE Reviews Team

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: Calorie Burning on a Budget 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

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

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

Want to be a More Well-Rounded Runner? Run Less Learn how to become a better runner with these tips from running coach Jamey Yon. By Sosha Lewis

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

13 Essential Core Exercises for Runners We know that to improve your running, you have to run. But don't overlook your core. These exercises should become part of your routine. By Jason Fitzgerald

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

7 Cross-Training Exercises For Runners Even the runningobsessed need a break. Find out which crosstraining exercises will give you an extra edge on race day. By Mackenzie Lobby

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Best Running Jackets of 2022: Breezy Apparel for Outdoor Exercise
Looking for the best running jacket to wear on your next jog or trail run? Check out this roundup from the ACTIVE Reviews Team!
By ACTIVE Reviews Team

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: Calorie Burning on a Budget
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

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

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

Want to be a More Well-Rounded Runner? Run Less
Learn how to become a better runner with these tips from running coach Jamey Yon.
By Sosha Lewis

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

13 Essential Core Exercises for Runners
We know that to improve your running, you have to run. But don't overlook your core. These exercises should become part of your routine.
By Jason Fitzgerald

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

7 Cross-Training Exercises For Runners
Even the runningobsessed need a break. Find out which crosstraining exercises will give you an extra edge on race day.
By Mackenzie Lobby

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