Whatever your goals, even if you’re training to run long, it pays to go short—and fast.

You can run all the miles on the road and do as many speed sessions on the track that you want, but the secret to getting that next PR likely comes in the gym. And we don’t mean more treadmill runs.

Make sure those speed workouts pay off when nerves and crowds can get in the way of your race plan.

After you’ve finished your tempo run, it’s time to recover. In general, you’ll want to cool down with a jog or walk for ...

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Sometimes I fear my running career has plateaued. Well, not my career, but my pace. I lace up four or five times a week, push hard enough to feel pleasantly wrecked, watch my mileage climb steadily ...

Members of Space Base Delta 1 speed past the Mercury marker during the inaugural run of the Solar System Trail at Peterson Space Force Base, Colorado, March 17, 2026. The new base running trail is ...

Running an IRONMAN marathon will tax you in ways you didn't think possible. Prepare and execute wisely with these tried and true tips. Whatever distance you race, your day can get frustrating when you ...

Iowa Army National Guard soldiers participate in the sprint-drag-carry event during an Army Fitness Test at Camp Dodge Joint Maneuver Training Center in Johnston, Iowa, Sept. 12, 2025. (Sgt. Ruth ...

"To run faster, you need strength training." Many people probably think this and work hard on squats, sit-ups, and the like. Of course, muscle strength is necessary for running. However, even if you ...

You probably already know that running is a stellar form of exercise. It provides a host of health-boosting benefits, including improved heart function, boosted mood, and reduced risk of a bunch of ...