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If you're running a long distance event this fall, you've likely put in most of your important training at this point. It's time to start visualizing race day and making a plan!
The biggest mistake runners make on race day is under-fueling.
Not eating enough during the race will sabotage your pe...
(And how it leads to faster running later.)
What's the most common mistake both beginner and experienced runners make?
It's not taking their base building phase seriously enough.
Whether you're training for your first 5K or gearing up for a half marathon or full marathon, skipping this essential ...
Whether you're new to running or have years of experience, how you train can determine everything from your injury risk to whether you hit that PR—and even how much you enjoy the sport.
But what does training really mean?
It’s not just about workouts like long runs, tempo efforts, and intervals. T...