Running

Running a marathon can be one of the hardest and most rewarding events in your life. Proper training is the key to success, and is crucial to your health. You cannot achieve a marathon overnight....

Runners must conquer challenges from the body, mind and competition every time they lace up. A runner can be in the best physical condition, completely prepared for a race, only to cramp up in...

This last September, I finished my third full marathon and have also completed 2 half marathons. Completing a marathon has to be the greatest feeling in the world. A lot of people think that...

If you want to be a faster runner you have to run all the time, right? Wrong. The truth is that you can do a number of activities that will improve your cardiovascular endurance and leg...

A marathon is an extreme test both of physical fitness and mental preparation. A runner can be in good shape and still run poorly if he doesn't have the mental toughness to compete in the race....

Are you really thinking about taking the challenge of running 26.2 miles. If so you are going to really dig deep into yourself and bring out the willingness to train for a marathon. It is not only...

Cross-training in a gym can be a great asset for runners who want to move to the next level. Knowing the right workouts for your individual needs can help you navigate through the many...

Even for experienced runners a 5k race can be daunting. Running a race can be fun by preparing yourself. A 5k race is 3.2 miles. Although most race participants run the entire race, it is...

Not many people are able to run a mile under 5 minutes, it might sound harder than it really is, but with proper training, you will be amazed at what the human body is capable of. Running a mile...

Running fast is one of the most misunderstood athletic skills. Many highly trained coaches and athletes believe that running speed is a natural gift. They think that you are either born fast or...

Are you training for your first half marathon? Here are a few tips to get you through the process and over the finish line.

Running alone is an effective way to lose weight, but when you team it with a healthy diet and strength training, you greatly improve your body's ability to shed unwanted pounds---and keep them off.

Many runners like to start out with running a 5k and then eventually graduate to trying a 10k race. A 10k training program is slightly different than the 5k especially how you schedule out your...

Depending on your current level of fitness this plan might be very easy for you however in my running experience; this is how scheduled out my 5k training to be ready for race day.

Many runners and joggers tend to overlook the importance that strength has to do with their sport. Many improvements can be gained from participating in strength exercises for runners. Beyond the...

Treadmill training provides convenience and superb pace control for competitive runners. If you're planning to compete in a 5-kilometer (3.1-mile) road race in a couple of months, there are many...

The Army Physical Training (PT) test consists of 3 events: sit-ups, push-ups and a 2-mile run. If distance running is new to you and you are getting ready for Basic Training, here are some...

One of the hardest things in marathon training is to add mileage to your training runs. Once you’ve established your base foundation mileage which is usually about 20 miles a week, you can...

Running a marathon is an extremely satisfying and rewarding accomplishment, and appears to be an increasingly popular activity. Although preparation requires steadfast training, serious...

Training for a marathon when you're single is much different than when you are married, a home owner and maybe even a mom. My article will empower the women in the latter category.

Learning to run faster doesn’t have to be difficult. For sports, general fitness or for fun--with a little training, stretching, and hard work, you can run faster in as little as three weeks.

So you’re getting ready to run a 5 Kilometer (5K) race? 5K is roughly 3.1 miles, and for most seasoned runners this distance can be equivalent to a good warm-up. However for the beginner, to run a...

Running is a great workout and is considered by many to be the ultimate sign of fitness. Someone who runs in a marathon must be very healthy and at an optimal fitness level. A runner must take...

If your goal as a runner is to run faster, you must train faster. It sounds simple, but many runners plod through the week running the same routes and distances without putting much thought or...

Most people know that in order to lose and maintain weight, they need to change their diet and do some form of physical activity on a daily basis. One form of physical activity is running. Running...

Running a marathon is a major accomplishment. It will test your physical and mental stamina. The first is usually the toughest, but it’s also the most rewarding.

Speed training can be used to increase your speed during a road race. There are many different types of road races. You could participate in the marathon, which is 26.2 miles or a half marathon. ...

Every runner is born with a genetic capability that influences how fast he or she can run. Fortunately there are things we can control that will make us run faster. Training drills such as...

No matter how much you prepare for running a marathon you will never know how your body is going to react on the day of the race. The best thing you can do is to prepare yourself for the many...

Ever dreamed of running or walking a marathon? Joining a marathon training program that raises money for charity is a great way to motivate yourself to finally do it! You'll meet supportive...

Interval training is a running regiment that mixes up tempos, paces and styles of training to improve efficiency, speed and performance. Practice interval training with tips from a professional...

Running a marathon requires tempo training, endurance training, maintaining a proper diet and cross training with weights, yoga and swimming. Train to run a marathon, a 26.2 mile race, with tips...

Interval training is a method of increase running speed by running repeat sets within a given time frame, taking a recovery jog between each set. Use interval training to prepare for a short race...

Start a first triathlon by training six months out and doing a sprint triathlon. Train for a first triathlon with tips from a level-one certified triathlon coach in this free video on running.

Strength training regimens for triathlons should vary depending on the season. Train for a triathlon with tips from a level-one certified triathlon coach in this free video on running.

Eat at least 60- to 70-percent carbohydrates while training for running a marathon. Plan the right diet for a marathon with tips from a level-one certified triathlon coach in this free video on...

Interval training is a great way to stay motivated and mix up your work out.

A 5k is a great race length for anyone who wants to get in better shape and needs an attainable goal. A 5k is 3.1 miles, which a beginner runner can run in less than 30 minutes with minimal...

Running can be a peaceful time of breathing in fresh air and releasing tension. It takes a certain amount of emotional and physical strength to be a runner. Some people love to run just to run....

You’ve done all the training to prepare for your big marathon day – so during the last week before the race, your main homework is very simple: don’t screw things up.

The thought of running a half or full marathon can be a scary thought to some people. Would you believe that running a half marathon (13.1 miles) is not as hard as you think it might be? ...

Training for your first marathon should take about six months as you build up to longer and longer distances, and it requires sticking to a strict schedule and routine. Start training for a...

Tapering before a marathon refers to cutting back on the training during the few weeks before the marathon date, which helps the body recover from training. Taper off training slowly for better...

Someone once said that you must train for a marathon, but you can usually fake a half. They were wrong.

Experienced runners and new runners can become marathoners as long as they are determined to follow a training plan. Find out what you'll need and how to train for one of the biggest achievements...

According to MarathonGuide.com, approximately 400,000 Americans complete a marathon each year. While there are a variety of road races throughout the country, the marathon holds a place of special...

Running a half marathon is an intense experience. 13.1 miles is no easy distance to cross and, in order to run a half marathon well, you'll need a training program developed specifically for a...

Internal training can be another aspect to your current exercise routine to help boost your metabolism and so burn off extra calories or just to mix it up to stop your workouts getting stale and...

So you have decided to do a triathlon? A mini or short course triathlon is a great one to start with. It will ease you into the whole triathlon experience and will help build your confidence. ...

Before beginning training for a marathon you must first respect the distance. Twenty-six miles is no walk in the park; it's a run around a very big park. Trying to run a marathon without proper...