5K or 10K: Which Distance Should Beginners Run First?

Racing is an exciting part of being a runner, but if you're a beginner, which distance should you choose? Coach Jay Johnson helps you decide.

By Jay Johnson

What Happens When You Run a Marathon Without Proper Training?

Is it possible that training for and racing a marathon might not be in your best interest? Find out if you've done the right training to run a mara...

By Jeff Gaudette

How to Be Your Own Running Coach

If you want a fully customized training plan, you normally have to hire a coach. But, renowned running coach Greg McMillan shows you how to create ...

By Matt Fitzgerald

7 Tried-and-True Tools for 10K Training

Want to train for your first 10K, or improve your race time? Include these seven foundations of distance running into your program, and you'll reac...

By Tyler Pake

How Advanced Runners Can PR in the 5K

Runners who already follow a structured training plan are going to be closer to their 5K potential than those who run easy a few times a week. But,...

By Jason Fitzgerald

How to PR in the 5K for Beginning Runners

Beginning runners can get faster much more quickly than veteran runners. If you want to PR at 5K, a few tweaks can get you there easily.

By Jason Fitzgerald

6 Essential Hill Running Tips to Prepare for a Hilly Race

When it comes to hilly races, some runners tear up the hill and others pass everyone on the downhill. Who has the better hill-running race strategy?

By Marty Munson

How Do I Run a Faster 5K?

Running a faster 5K is possible once you identify the key elements that need attention. Follow these three steps to achieve your 5K PR.

By Jay Johnson