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Training for a half marathon takes times time, dedication and practice. Start your half marathon training with How to Train for Your First Half Marathon. View the numerous training schedules, progams, plans, and nutrition tips from experts to help you get started or improve your times.

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5 Pre-Race Nutrition Mistakes to Avoid
Here are the top five pre-race nutrition mistakes runners make—and how to keep them from ruining your big day.
By Kelly Bastone

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How Running with Music Changed My Life
When training and tenacity aren’t enough, music is there to get me to the finish line.
By Megan Harrington

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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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Half Marathon Training Tips for Beginner and Experienced Athletes
These Half Marathon training tips are useful for both beginner and experienced runners.
By Active.com

Strategy and Planning for Your Next Race
Strategies for your next Running, Cycling & Triathlon race.
By Active.com

8 Reasons to Run a Rock 'n' Roll Race
Live music, cheering spectators and killer post-race parties are just a few reasons why your next race should be a Rock 'n' Roll race.
By Monica Olivas

How to Reset After a Bad Race
We've all been there. You had a bad race, and you're about ready to throw in the towel. Try one of these four reset strategies instead.
By Pete Rea

7 Training Tips for Your First Half Marathon
Training for your first half marathon? Keep these keys in mind to cross the finish line strong.
By Thad McLaurin

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Your 12-Week Half-Marathon Training Plan
Fit singer, Ellie Goulding, shares her day-by-day training plan that helped her breeze through the Nike Women Half Marathon. Plus: SELF shares 5K and
By Jessica Cassity

When Does Running Get Easier for Beginners?
When will running start to feel easier for beginners? Find out what you can do to adjust to the demands of running faster so you can experience the le
By Sabrina Grotewold

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

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You Know You're a Runner When...
Running is a lifestyle and once you’re hooked, it’s hard to break loose. How many of these can you relate to?
By Erica Schuckies

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4 Common Causes of Unexplained Fatigue and How to Troubleshoot Them
If you’ve bee struggling through runs for weeks with unexplained fatigue, one of these common issues could be the cause.
By Jennifer Fox

37 Mistakes Runners Can't Stop Making
In a perfect world, we'd train hard, race smart and recover well. In reality, we fall prey to the same errors over and over.
By Cindy Kuzma, Runner's World

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What I Wish I Had Known Before My First Marathon
Millions of experienced runners have shared what they wish they’d been told before running their first marathon, so you’ll know what’s coming.
By Nikki Chavanelle

10 Tips for Your First 10K
Gearing up for your first 10K? Follow these tips to achieve success on race day.
By Jenny Hadfield

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