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Training

How to Run Faster: 6 Winter Training Tips for a Speedy Spring and Summer

Laura Thweatt and Jenny Simpson share the off-season training that lays the groundwork for faster race performances.

Brian MetzlerDecember 27, 2021

Training

Want to Run Faster? You Probably Don’t Need More Speedwork

Aerobic capacity, not speed, is usually the limiting factor in how fast you can race, even for a distance as short as the 5K.

Jeff GaudetteDecember 8, 2021

Training

3 Types of Training That Improve Speed, Stride, and Stamina—Without Burnout

Three types of training that will improve your speed, stride, and stamina, but won't burn you out.

Greg McMillanOctober 26, 2021

Training

What Distance Runners Can Learn from Elite Sprinters

Elements of sprint training can be beneficial to recreational distance runners, too.

Johanna GretschelOctober 6, 2021

Culture

You Really Don't Have to Follow Your Workout Plan So Literally

Don’t sabotage the purpose of a workout by trying to nail the numbers. Here's how to trust and adjust to maximize each workout's purpose.

Matt FitzgeraldMarch 14, 2021

Training

How to Do a Track Workout Without a Track

No oval? No problem. Take your track workout to the road with these trainer tips.

Ashley MateoFebruary 4, 2021

Training

Rediscovering the Freedom of the Fartlek

One runner finds her footing again in the underappreciated “speed play” workout.

Erin StroutNovember 9, 2020

Road

Speed Workouts You Can Do Anywhere

These four challenging—and fun—speed workouts don't require the close confines and pressures of a track.

Amanda LoudinMay 4, 2020

Training

What's More Important—Speed Work Or Long Runs?

When you're training, should you be focusing more on your long runs or on speed work? Race Pace Jess has the answer for you.

Jess UnderhillOctober 10, 2016

Training

3 Ways To Make Speed Work Not Suck

Speed work doesn't have to be horrible—if you set your expectations correctly. See what advice Run Selfie Repeat has to share.

Kelly RobertsSeptember 29, 2016

Training

3 Workouts To Help You Finish Your Next Race Strong

Did you know you can do speed workouts during a long run?

Jess UnderhillAugust 1, 2016

Training

Why Is Everyone Talking About Track Workouts Right Now?

When it comes to half or full marathon training, the track is a great place to work on your speed.

Courtney DreddenJuly 13, 2016

Road

3 Speed Workouts To Try For A Fast 5K

If you're coming off a spring racing season and have a strong base, these workouts are for you.

Sarah CanneyJune 22, 2016

Training

8 Things That Play A Role In Getting Faster

If you want to become faster you have to work for it.

Ashley LaurettaJune 16, 2016

Training

You Don't Have To Be Fast To Do Speed Work

Even if you don't think you are speedy, you can still benefit from doing some faster workouts.

Mirna ValerioMarch 22, 2016

Health

Two Speed Workouts For New-ish Runners

So you've been logging your miles, but now want to get faster. These workouts are a great place to start.

Dorothy BealJanuary 29, 2016

Culture

9 Stages Of Speed Work—As Told By Olivia Pope

Our favorite Scandal star perfectly explains the pain of running fast.

Kelly RobertsJanuary 28, 2016

Training

How To Ease Into Speed Work—And Learn To Love It

Running fast can feel daunting. The key is to find which workouts you love to do.

Danielle CemprolaJanuary 27, 2016

Training

Hit The Road With These 3 Great Speed Workouts

For those new to intervals, these three workouts are the perfect place to start.

Sarah CanneySeptember 30, 2015

Training

This Speed Workout Makes Running Fun!

If you're new to upping your pace, this is a perfect starter kit for runners looking to toss in some quick, fast spurts.

August 13, 2015

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Latest Stories

How to Run Faster: 6 Winter Training Tips for a Speedy Spring and Summer

Want to Run Faster? You Probably Don’t Need More Speedwork

3 Types of Training That Improve Speed, Stride, and Stamina—Without Burnout

What Distance Runners Can Learn from Elite Sprinters

You Really Don't Have to Follow Your Workout Plan So Literally

How to Do a Track Workout Without a Track

Rediscovering the Freedom of the Fartlek

Speed Workouts You Can Do Anywhere

What's More Important—Speed Work Or Long Runs?

3 Ways To Make Speed Work Not Suck

3 Workouts To Help You Finish Your Next Race Strong

Why Is Everyone Talking About Track Workouts Right Now?

3 Speed Workouts To Try For A Fast 5K

8 Things That Play A Role In Getting Faster

You Don't Have To Be Fast To Do Speed Work

Two Speed Workouts For New-ish Runners

9 Stages Of Speed Work—As Told By Olivia Pope

How To Ease Into Speed Work—And Learn To Love It

Hit The Road With These 3 Great Speed Workouts

This Speed Workout Makes Running Fun!

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