Richard A. Lovett

A new review of studies finds that common injury-prevention rules don't hold up. We asked the researcher what does cause running injuries.

Hill workouts are a great way to build speed and endurance, but they can be tough. Here's one that's fun.

Don't just dominate the hills, conquer the whole course by running more strategically and finishing faster.

5 facts about reducing training load and maintaining fitness as your marathon approaches. Plus, a proven 4-week marathon taper plan.

The most disciplined runners know how to not to always do the max. Here's how to nurture one of the skills that can separate those who achieve long-term success from those whose careers are often plagued by injury. 

As events as big as the Olympic Trials get rescheduled because of heat, we went to the science to find out how you should decide when it is too hot to run safely.

By hiding the finish line, this clever workout forces you to push past your psychological limitations.

The breaking news of Shelby Houlihan's four-year ban created an outpouring of confusion. We waded through the science and research to help answer some of the top questions.

A unique 1000-meter ladder workout you can do at almost any time in your training cycle for the 5K or 10K.

How much should you taper before a race? Here we break down the key elements that make for an ideal taper, and how not to botch it.

Runners who stopped their strength training retained the benefits for four weeks, and got faster.

How increasing the variety of gears you use in speed workouts can make you faster.

Expert advice on understanding the emotions of injury and taking tactical steps toward recovery.

Doing three runs in one day, known as a triple, is a creative long run alternative that can extend your endurance and add quality miles.

The case for occasionally hitting training hard for two to three days—then recovering harder. Plus, 3 rules for crash training carefully.

The truth about GPS accuracy—and what you can do when you really need to know how far and fast you’ve run.

Psychologists present concrete steps to creatively counter the very real risk of depression right now.

Brisk walking—especially uphill, with a pack—may be your path to bulletproof running legs.

This fun, easy method for recording how each workout feels can help you track training patterns, avoid overtraining, and reach your peak.