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How to Recover After a Marathon
Every recovery is different, but here are some strategies that can help speed up yours. First of all, congratulations! You just completed a marathon. While the hard work is over, there is still one...
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Flex Your Ankles for Speed
Use these three simple exercises to pick up the pace on your next workout. The need for speed is a small flame that burns deep within all runners, regardless of ability or pace. And while there are...
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Should You Change Your Stride Length?
There’s a rhythm to a runner’s stride, and it’s something like one, two, one, two, one, two. But when you see a pack of runners together on the trail, each individual’s ones and twos don’t exactly...
View ArticleHow to Progress From a Half to a Full Marathon
Kaitlin asks: I’ve run several half marathons and I’m considering a full marathon, but I’m a little freaked out about the double distance. Do you have any tips for me graduating to the marathon? The...
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4 Common Race Mistakes to Avoid
Vow to overcome the problems that marred your past performances. Eating spicy food the night before a long run, washing your shorts without checking the pockets for your iPod – some mistakes you make...
View ArticleHow to Set Long-Term Running Goals
How to pick and train for a worthy goal that is six, nine or 12 months out. When setting new goals, consider planning beyond your next race or even your next season and choosing an ambitious long-term...
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Beginner Half Marathon Training Tips to Set You Up for Success on Race Day
Finding and following the right type of training plan for you is an essential component to a successful first half marathon.Test out gear and fueling options beforehand so that there are no surprises...
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Beginner Half Marathon Training Tips to Set You Up for Success on Race Day
Finding and following the right type of training plan for you is an essential component to a successful first half marathon.Test out gear and fueling options beforehand so that there are no surprises...
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How to Train for a Half Marathon By Running Just 3 Times a Week
Everyone who signs up for a half marathon signs up with the best of intentions—we’re not going to skip a single km of our training plan, we’re going to cross-train at least twice a week, and we’ll...
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How Slow Should My Long Runs Be?
Becky asks: I’m training for my first marathon and preparing to do my first 32 kilometre run in a couple weeks. My training schedule for this run says “long, slow run pace.” My question is why is this...
View ArticleWhen Should I Return to Training After a Marathon?
Mike asks: I am running my first marathon this weekend. My question is what to do after my race? Do I need to take some time off from running? If so, how long? You are smart to think ahead and plan the...
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A Runner’s Guide to Cross-Training
Pool workouts help you build fitness, strength, and flexibility—without risking injury. Cross-training, sometimes referred to as circuit training, refers to combining exercises of other disciplines,...
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How to Train for a Half Marathon, Including the Right Plan, Fuel, Gear, and More
Thinking about running your first 21.1 this year? Follow our expert-backed advice for optimal performance. PeopleImages//Getty Images If you want to run a race this year, the half marathon is the...
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Why—and How—You Should Run Your Best 21.1 Right Now
Training for a half might be one of the smartest goals to work toward right now—whether it’s at an in-person or a virtual event. Johnny Zhang The marathon distance often holds all the glory—whether...
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When Should You Wear a Knee Brace for Running?
Experts explain when your knee pain indicates you need extra support. PhotoAlto/Odilon Dimier//Getty Images If you’re experiencing knee pain, you might consider wearing a knee brace for running. But...
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Half Marathon Taper Tips You Need to Know Before Your Race
Here’s how to strike the right balance between running and resting before your race. Westend61//Getty Images If you’re training for a half marathon, you probably have noticed that your plan scales...
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Try This Test to See if You’re a Quad-Dominant Runner
Plus, what to do about it so you avoid injuries. Run downhill long enough, or just go long distance, and you’re sure to feel your quads fire up. The quadriceps are a group of four muscles on the front...
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How Progressive Overload Helps You Reach Any Fitness Goal
Tap into the power of this training principle to keep getting better—and faster. There are few things as frustrating as hitting a plateau, especially when you’re trying to get faster, run farther, or...
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What is a Progression Run and How Do You Do It?
Learn how to pace yourself—and get faster—with this type of workout. Thomas Barwick//Getty Images If you’ve always wanted to finish a race with a negative split or you’re looking for a way to increase...
View ArticleHow to Execute Long, Slow Distance Training for Serious Endurance Gains
The purpose, benefits, and tips for nailing this crucial workout. (Hint: You should probably slow down!) When you toe the start line of a 10K, your race day is going to be totally different than if...
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