How to "Force" Your Body to Get Faster (in Less Time)
How can you maximize your race times without running becoming a fulltime job? These easy strategies help "force" training adaptations so you can ra...
By Jason Fitzgerald
Marathon Training Articles
5 Trail Races to Do in the Bay Area
Enjoy the scenery and trails of Northern California at one of these trail races in the Bay Area. With a variety of distances and difficulties, you'...
13 Biggest Half Marathons
The Best Race-Week 5K Workout
You're one week away from a 5K, and it's your goal to run the best time you can. Complete this workout during race week to prime your body to race ...
By Jason Fitzgerald
9 Zombie Runs to Add to Your Race Calendar
Embrace your inner zombie, or brush up on your undead apocalypse fitness, with these nine events that range from the familyfriendly to the positive...
By Michael Clarke
16 Weeks to Your Best Marathon: Weeks 1 to 4
Everyone, from beginners to seasoned marathoners, can benefit from practicing good form. That's why the first four weeks of your training should fo...
By Danny Dreyer, Creator and Founder of Chi Running
How to Execute the Perfect Tempo Run
If becoming a better distance runner is a goal, tempo runs are a must. But most athletes run these too fast, negating the benefits. Here's how to g...
By Jason Fitzgerald
The Expert Advice Every Beginner Runner Needs to Hear
Do you want to start a running routine? Here's why you should and how you can do it when you're ready.
By Jennifer Van Allen, Bart Yasso, and Amby Burfoot
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