The Ultimate Runner's Holiday Gift Guide
Here are ACTIVE's picks for Holiday Gifts for the runner in your life.
Running to Lose Weight
Running is a great way to lose weight and get in shape. But, it's easy to overdo it once you start seeing results. Coach Jay Johnson walks you thro...
How to Run Relaxed
Stress about hitting exact paces and your form, breathing and mental resolve can suffer. Here's how to relax when the effort is tough.
3 Biggest 10K Race-Day Mistakes and How to Avoid Them
Find out what one RRCA-certified running coach thinks are the biggest 10K race-day mistakes, and how you can steer clear of them on race day.
Marathon Specificity: How to Kick-Start Your Training
If your marathon training plan includes only tempo runs and long runs, you're missing out on an important component. Train at your marathon pace wi...
What Are Threshold and Tempo Runs?
If you think tempo and threshold runs are the same thing, you should read this article. Coach Jay Johnson describes how these common running workou...
3 Fartlek Workouts to Increase Pace
Pick up the pace--whenever and for however long you want--and nail any goal.
6 Tips to Overcome Running Fears
Intimidated by first races, hard courses or fast runners? Here's how to get over your fears and become a mentally and physically strong runner.
4 Keys to Making the 5K to 10K Transition
Find out the four keys to safe and effective transitions from the 5K distance to the 10K distance.