Training

Time for a six-month check-in! Here’s what the data says about how athletes are sticking to their goals in 2023.

Follow elite mother-runner Neely Gracey as she prepares for her third Olympic Marathon Trials—and offers advice on reaching your own running breakthrough

Athletic taping methods can help minimize pain and assist with healing for existing injuries when done correctly.

Using certain athletic taping methods can keep your joints and muscles protected across the miles.

A female-specific sauna protocol can help women reap huge rewards for heat acclimation.

Spoiler alert: It’s not entirely possible.

Trendy recovery gimmicks are advertised everywhere, but professional trail runners know it’s all about prioritizing the basics.

An injury or time away from running doesn't have to completely derail you. Here are 5 ways to maintain running fitness —without running.

Taking a break from running is often inevitable, but knowing how to mitigate the drop in run fitness—and how to rebuild it—can make the whole process far easier and more enjoyable.

Physical therapists offer their wisdom on the best ways to approach hill training to both protect your knees and emerge a stronger runner.

Dimity McDowell helps runners sort through the emotional load of no longer being able to run in her 'Not-Running-Anymore' support group

Some athletes are turning to the prescription drug to regulate their weight - here’s why experts say that’s dangerous.

Dimity McDowell had built her life around running. But to stay pain-free, she had to accept that it was time to put the running shoes away—for good.

Don’t stop running because of urinary incontinence. Here’s how to fix leakage while on the run. Spoiler alert: it’s not just Kegels.

Plyometrics can make you a more efficient runner, and it turns out they don’t need to be complicated or risky

Bulking up? Only lifting heavy? Avoiding soreness? How is your strength routine (0r lack thereof) holding your trail running back.

In her new series for Women's Running, seasoned non-runner Dimity McDowell invites you to meet the heartfelt challenge to stop running.

This yoga sequence is simple—but so challenging.

If you look after your joints, they will serve you well as a runner. Read our top tips and exercises to improve your running longevity.

It's no secret that athletes need to develop their mental game to compete at their best, but a growing number of athletes in many sports are now seeking out expert-led training for their minds

Olympian and veteran elite coach Mark Coogan’s central advice on making the most of your miles

Need to strengthen your core for running? Check out this super simple one-and-done plank workout.

Zone 2 running is only part of the puzzle! It's important to keep our easy runs easy, but don't forget the importance of other workouts too.

A recent study explored how runners can use these mental strategies to perform better, and better enjoy their time running.

Speed and endurance are important, but technique is king. To get better run form, use this skill ladder to focus on individual elements of running technique.

For faster times with fewer miles, try incorporating plyometrics into your training.

Hydration isn’t just for race day. The latest science shows that it not only makes you feel better and stronger today, but is key to a long and healthy life.

Get better at changing gears by combing speed and threshold work in this speed-tempo-speed workout for runners.

Your arms are dropping lower on long runs, or your shoulders are tight and sore afterwards. Sound familiar? This is a problem that can be fixed with this weight training circuit for runners.

Whether it’s pushing through discomfort or fatigue, endurance is central to our sport. A new study shows the significance of the practice of mind-body linkage.

Choose your own adventure in our step-up plan that takes you from a 5K to a marathon—and every distance in between.

Try this fun take on a fartlek ideal for runners training for a 5k.

Whether it's coastal, mountain, desert or city, here are the top half marathon races by climate and geography type. Take your pick and get training.

Forget form and have some damn fun. 

Because life will always try to get in the way of your training.

Don't leave out this key part of training.

Take your strength training game to the next level with this super simple timed workout.

10 tips to kick-start your fitness at the start of the new year

Moving from long to short efforts during a workout maximizes the training stimulus

A PT's tips for running through snow and ice without upping your injury risk.

As winter stares us in the face, read tips from runners who live in some of the coldest places on earth. Zip up, layer up, get out the front door (or not!)

In this excerpt from the book ‘The Practice of Groundedness,’ author Brad Stulberg explains how ritualizing exercise benefits your brain and body

Doubles are an element in most pro-athlete training plans that can help athletes of all levels get faster.

Learning to embrace the parts of myself that want to be good at things.

Chin up. You don’t have to dread the months ahead. Running through the darker months can have a different vibe and tempo, and that's okay.

Four areas the ultrarunning champion is focused on as she moves further into the master ranks, plus expert advice on how to build your longevity in the sport.

Spoiler alert: It’s longer than you think.

No, flat abs are not a true indicator of how strong you are.

This November we will plank through the month, one day at a time. Consult your abs. Are they ready? Download our guide and plank along with us.

Your abs are (literally) at the center of everything. Here’s what you need to know to use them smartly and safely during your yoga practice—and the rest of the time, too. 

Runners, step away from the standard push-up. Brace for this push-up workout with 8 different variations to keep it interesting.

When short on time, try these bodyweight strength training exercises to give your workout an extra post-run boost.

We all know mixing it up in life is a good thing. Try this "I Spy" inspired Fartlek workout to add some flavor to your speed session.

Follow this marathon training plan if your goal is break the 4-hour mark on race day. Plus, tips for runners who are not confident they are there yet.

Learn how to make cross training fun using this Alphabet Workout where every session could be different.

When your 13.1 race is a month away—but you haven’t exactly been “training”—this plan is perfect.

Everything you need to know to run your next (or first) 13.1-mile race.

In the wild world of endurance sports, recovery can feel like the last frontier

This leg workout for runners is a simple strength training routine targeting the lower body and conveniently quick enough to add in post-run.

Race bib, timing chip, sunscreen...worried you'll forget something on race day? Consult this checklist the night before to make sure you're all set.

If you’re looking to shake things up, consider trying this progressive long run which dials back the distance and adds some light intensity.

Whether you're training for a 10K or a 10-mile race, these training plans will help you stay on track and reach your goals.

Want to tackle a half marathon? Use these 13 tips to have a great race.

But what does it take to keep this mysterious connector primed for sport?

Don't forget to make time in your training for a much-needed strength session.

Running twice a day, aka doubles, allows a runner to dial in training specifics and developing aerobic capacity while minimizing injury. You could say it's a double win.

No set up or equipment required to start strength training today.

Runners make common mistakes when it comes to keeping their feet healthy for the long run.

Even when you don't have equipment, you can still get in a great workout. Here's how to get more out of every move.

Whether you're training for a 5K up through a marathon, this threshold workout can help you build your endurance.

6 tips for making those miles joyful for you and baby.

Borrow a high-school running camp trick to strengthen your running and community.

Use these calculations and steps to establish a base-level range for your hydration needs. And then make a plan and be flexible from there.

Massage guns can be great for relieving muscle tension, as long as they're used in the correct areas.