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Here is your guide to conquering an ultra marathon. Find ultra running workouts, tips, articles, and training plans to move to the next level.

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9 Running Brands You've Never Heard of But Should Try
Because smaller running brands deserve a little love, too.
By Michael Nystrom

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The ACTIVE Fall Running Shoe Guide
The ACTIVE.com team gathered and tested the newest road and trail running shoes to help you find the perfect pair for the upcoming season.
By ACTIVE.com

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Tips for Your First Fastpacking Adventure
This outdoor adventure allows nature lovers to cover more ground faster than traditional backpacking or throughhiking.
By Rashelle Brown

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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 up
By Michael Nystrom

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Are You Ready for a Running Coach?
You don’t have to be a marathoner or looking to set personal records to benefit from a running professional.
By Megan Harrington

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Trail Running Etiquette Tips
The only evidence showing you were there should be on your Instagram.
By Michael Nystrom

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Why I Run: An Essay from a Marathon Maniac, Ultramarathoner and 50 States Club Member
One runner shares his journey from firsttime marathoner to running 26.2 in all 50 states and beyond.
By Jose Maria H. Gabriel, MD

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Short-Distance Rock 'n' Roll Races You Don't Want to Miss
This lineup of some of the top running races in North America this year will have you itching to sign up and run.
By Rashelle Brown

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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

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How to Treat and Prevent Runner's Knee
Knee pain is often caused by muscular imbalance, poor form and increased mileage. But you often don't know you have these issues until you experience
By Mackenzie Lobby

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The ACTIVE Fall Running Shoe Guide
The ACTIVE.com team gathered and tested the newest road and trail running shoes to help you find the perfect pair for the upcoming season.
By ACTIVE.com

5K Training Tips for Beginners
If you're training for a 5K for the first time, or the first time in a long time, these five tips will put you on the right track to cross the finish
By Tyler Pake

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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

22 Ways to Run Better Every Day
For many runners, the road to improvement can be filled with pot holes and road blocks. These tips will help you detour with ease.
By Kolby Paxton

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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

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