Training

Not respecting the illness can often set you back more than trying to push through it.

Here's exactly how to use the indoor training tool to your advantage.

Time to flip your perspective on the "dreadmill."

Ski mountaineering, or skimo, is a proven way to enjoy the snowy months while building strength and fitness.

How to think of winter not as an obstacle but as a training tool to make you stronger, tougher, healthier, and happier.

What can a half marathon do for an Olympic hopeful during the thick of training? We asked what these runners got out of their tune-up races.

Researchers in London found even low key marathon training reduced "vascular age" by four years.

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Check out our picks for the best running trails, ranked easiest to hardest, when you're looking for a scenic change of pace on your usual route.

If you're going for your best marathon yet, this Olympian has advice. Use her mental tricks to get to the finish line fast.

She’s going for a personal best at the 2019 Chicago Marathon, but the entrepreneur and mom of two won’t spend her taper time on the couch.

She was a beginner not that long ago herself.

Life takes over. You get injured, sick, or sidetracked and training isn't going as planned. You can still salvage your next race.

Switch up your training to help ward off injuries and boost your fitness.

All kinds of variables can get in the way of getting out the door. It's always smart to have a treadmill workout on standby to get your miles in.

She is the second-fastest U.S. woman to ever run the marathon, but she's still learning how to train for—and race—26.2 miles.

The long run is more about effort than exact pace, but learning how to gauge your effort is key. Experts weigh in on how to tackle the weekend run.

No matter where your summer travel takes you, we’ve got the perfect place for a workout.

High training volume and increased workout intensity can lead to strains and groin pain. Here are a few home remedies to keep injuries at bay.

The three-time Hardrock 100 champ uses running as a ‘mode of exploration’ in the midst of her busy schedule.

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The Boston Athletic Association released its registration dates for the April 20, 2020 race. Get that BQ and mark your calendars.

Longer stride and quicker cadence don’t separate us from elite runners. Research suggests their biomechanics allow them to spend less time on the ground.

Runners have a “never surrender” attitude, but sometimes it’s best to save yourself (and your body) for another day.

It's not as popular as road running, but taking to the trails can help you switch up your stride and slay your next road race.

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Some events don’t allow entry deferrals for any reason, including when you’re expecting a child.

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Coach Hillary Kigar on the value of online training plans.

Excerpted from Hansons First Marathon, this flowchart will help you figure out how to start training for your first 26.2.

Moving to a new place can be daunting. Commit to maintaining a positive perspective, and the city will open up.

Prep your muscles like a pro for your next run.

Run your best 10K ever with this 8-week plan.

It's important for injury prevention to put pre-race warm-up drills to work—especially in the wintertime.

If you typically run on your heels, there are ways to make changes that’ll improve your running form—starting with becoming a midfoot striker.

Forget the gym. All you need is a screen and some workout videos to get your strong on.

The ability to talk comfortably while running is a sign that you're maintaining a good pace for your longer training runs.

If you meet the qualifying time standard of 2:45:00, you'll be invited to compete at the U.S. Olympic Marathon Trials in 2020.

You've run out of time to properly train for a race that you signed up for ages ago. Now what?

It’s possible to run sockless without developing blisters or experiencing chafing—but you’ll need a few tricks up your sleeve before you try.

Self-coaching comes down to one simple—and simultaneously difficult—thing: holding yourself accountable.

Gluteal amnesia is no joke for runners. If you sit at a desk, you’re not immune.

The scorpion exercise can boost your body’s power, speed, endurance and flexibility.

Gwen Jorgensen’s pelvic health PT offers tips on how new moms can get their post-baby bodies back on track.

Women’s Running visited Deena Kastor, Alexi Pappas and Sarah Attar at their training center in Mammoth, Calif., to discuss how training impacts every aspect of their lives.

Director of Cross Country and Track and Field at Northern Arizona University Mike Smith provides his tips to help beginners tackle the trails.

There are strategies to tackle all things running—including the off-season.

A beginner’s guide to fun—and safety—on the trails.

Mina Guli is running 100 marathons in 100 days to raise awareness for water scarcity, starting this Sunday with the NYC Marathon.

We’ve all heard that yoga is a smart practice for runners. But which style of yoga is best for your training?

New to the New York City Marathon route? Pro marathoners Des Linden, Mary Keitany and Allie Kieffer have some tips for you.

This squat- and burpee-filled interval workout is a perfect alternative for those dreading their next long run.

Jenny shares her advice for fellow mother runners who struggle to start their families.

Coach Kigar advises on the best time frame during which to stretch and foam roll post-workout.

We’ve all felt stuck with running at one point or another. But don’t worry—there are simple things you can do to get yourself back on track.

Eight months postpartum, pro runner Tina Muir offers injury prevention tips for new runner moms based on her own recent experiences.

Our editors shared their top picks for products to aid your non-running workouts.

Make your half-marathon or marathon debut at these beginner-friendly destination races.

We’ve all heard stretching is important, but everyone has a different opinion on the proper way to stretch. Let us set the record straight.

These stretchy bands could be your BFFs when it comes to getting stronger and faster.

For some runners, the risk involved in obstacle course racing is excuse enough to opt out. For others, it’s the perfect reason to sign up.

A short workout is almost always better than no workout at all.

Women share what they wish they knew in their beginning running days.

Sara Hall, Ryan Hall, Kaitlin Gregg Goodman and Andrew Kastor share the strategies they use to pick and prepare for their fall marathons.

If you want to become a runner but starting the process feels like the scariest thing ever, this workout can help you make it through.

The sockless trend is on the rise—but do your feet have enough protection without that extra sock layer?

Follow these guidelines to navigate the benefits, risks and best training methods so you can reach your own running goals.

Let’s be honest—running along any of these southern Colorado trails is a trail runner’s dream come true.

Getting strong doesn’t happen overnight. Start doing these five exercises to bring a little bit of strength training into every workout.