How My First Marathon Completely Fell Apart
A series of events in the weeks preceding my first marathon led to race day disaster. This is my cautionary tale.
By Kolby Paxton
Marathon Training Articles
Marathons to Tackle This Year
Inject some fun and adventure in your life this year and run by volcanoes, vineyards or the Eiffel Tower. These marathons are totally worth the tra...
By Jackie Veling
The Biggest Running Races in the U.S.
There are hundreds of running races across the country to choose from. However, if you prefer largerscale events, these 10 topped out as the bigges...
By Erica Schuckies
How to Stay Motivated While Training in the Winter
Training during the winter months can prove challenging for a bevy of reasons. Here’s how to stay motivated and on track while building for the spr...
By Matthew Mack
How to Run Multiple Marathons in a Month
Running multiple races within a few weeks of one another can be an exciting challenge but preparation and recovery is key.
By Pete Rea, ZAP Fitness
BCAA Benefits: Do They Actually Improve Recovery?
Is the magic bean for performance and recovery already sitting on store shelves? Learn more about BCAA benefits and find out if they actually enhan...
By Jennifer Fox
Top Social Media Moments from the New York City Marathon
Check out the highlights from this year’s New York City Marathon as told via Twitter and Instagram.
By Kolby Paxton
How to Carry Water While Running
Despite aid stations along the way, some runners choose to run with a water bottle. Learn when and how to carry water while running a race.
By Dorothy Beal
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