The Best Fitness Gear for Beginners in 2026
You don't need a home gym to start a fitness routine — just a few well-chosen essentials. This guide breaks down 10 beginner-friendly pieces of equ...
10 Running Books Guaranteed to Inspire
While we can't guarantee these books will give you the runner's high we all crave, we can guarantee this: You'll have plenty of inspiration to draw...
How to Deal With Race-Day Crowds
From the pre-race expo to the finishing chute, here's how to manage crowds on race day.
10 Running Hacks All Runners Should Know
From joining a running group to buying last season's gear, these running hacks will make a world of difference.
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.
How to Find Your Max Heart Rate to Boost Running Performance
Use this field test to get an accurate HR max estimate, then use that number to dial in your training runs.
What's a Tune-Up Race and Should You Run One?
A tune-up race can mean different things to different runners.
Dog-Friendly Races to Run with Your Four-Legged Friend
Running with your dog makes exercise more fun for both parties. Spend some quality time with your four-legged companion at one of these dog-friendl...
7 Fun Kid-Friendly Races
Many standard 5Ks offer a shorter-distance option for kids, but these races are some that offer certain themes or unique spins to get kids excited ...