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One of the most common questions from novice runners is “how do I train to run further?” The best response I can think of is “one mile at a time”. When you look at most training plans for first time half marathoners and full marathoners, for example, you’ll see that a core component of training …

Whether you are training for a 5k or a 50k race incorporating hill running into your training schedule one day a week will have a big impact on your performance. Generally speaking most runners find hill training to be awful! Typically though that’s

Months of meticulous preparation for a race can all be a wash if you make a few pre-race blunders the day before the event. Below is a list of the top 10 things you want to avoid doing in the final 24 hours leading up to your marathon. 1. Do not g

Bart Yasso is super human. He is a beast. He has run marathons on all seven continents, raced in ultra marathons around the world, completed several Ironman Triathlons and even competed in the Badwater 146 through Death Valley. These are some of the

For anyone looking to becoming a better runner, consider this the Holy Grail of “how to become a better runner” lists. The below compilation includes expert advice, first hand knowledge from casual and competitive runners, and suggestions from the av

Part of the beauty of training to become a serious athlete is the creativity involved in training yourself to become bigger, better, faster and stronger. Each sport tends to have it’s own standout(s) that approach training different than anyone else.

This unique half marathon on February 15, 2009 offers spectacular views of the Atlantic Coast and a taste of the historic charm of Hampton Beach.Related:Event Website Event Registration

Here it comes—one of the very best spring marathons and half marathons around, and it starts and finishes at historic Lambeau Field. Coming May 17th, there is something for everyone: Marathon and Half Marathon, Marathon Relay, 5K run and walk, and

What’s the furthest you’ve ever run? Is it 10 miles? 20 miles? 100 miles? Do you remember what it felt like and what you thought about during the longest run of your life? I do. I remember thinking that I wanted to quit when I was 22 miles into it

Many runners talk about “hitting the wall” during a race or long training run. No, there isn’t a literal wall that creeps out from behind a bush to smack you in the face. The “wall” I’m talking about is the kind that hits you late in the race when yo

By Laura Traferro As the winter season approaches, most runners begin to think, “How am I going to stay fit during the cold weather?” There are people out there who love the cold, snow and rain…however, for most of us, it’s a bit intimidat

Most marathon guides that I’ve read in magazines or online seem to provide the same thing. Don’t get me wrong, many of them are good articles. They usually provide a week-by-week breakdown of incremental mileage goals with ramp up to race time. Somet