Staying Fit During the Holiday Season
Holiday travel, family gatherings, and packed schedules don't have to derail your fitness routine. These realistic strategies use short workouts, f...
How to Prepare for Multi-Day Racing
Training for multi-day racing presents a unique challenge, but the principles remain the same.
How Does Upper Body Weight Impact Running Performance?
Heads up, gym rats: Should you put down those barbells?
Running a Marathon is a Lot Like Marriage
Marriage and marathons are two of life’s most challenging—and rewarding—commitments.
How to Complete a 6-hour Marathon
If you have ever wanted to finish a marathon, but hate the idea of running 26.2 miles, this plan will get you to the finish line just before the cu...
A Marathon Training Approach for a PR
As runners mature in the marathon distance, many seek that next-level performance, which requires a next-level approach.
Bench to 5K: I Replaced Football with Running—and Learned to Love It
I used to hate running. Now I’m the running editor at ACTIVE.com, and I’m training for my first marathon. So, what happened?
The State of Running: What Do You Have in Common with the Average Runner?
Running USA’s annual survey shows Americans run 20 miles per week, tend to stick to their favorite shoe brands and never leave home without a phone.
A Simple Marathon Training Plan for Beginners
This simple marathon training plan lays out an intelligent beginners approach to the final few months of marathon training and addresses common err...