Guides

Expert tips and strategies to improve your running performance.

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Beginner's guide to running

Starting your running journey can feel overwhelming, but it doesn't have to be. Learn the essentials of getting started, from your first steps to building a sustainable routine that sticks.

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Your first 5K: A complete training plan

Ready to run your first 5K? This structured 8-week plan takes you from zero running to crossing your first finish line. Includes daily workouts and tips for race day success.

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Heart rate training for runners

Understanding heart rate zones can transform your training. Learn how to use your heart rate to train smarter, avoid overtraining, and improve faster than running by feel alone.

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Running form: Technique that prevents injury

Good running form improves efficiency and reduces injury risk. Learn the key elements of proper technique from head to toe, plus drills to reinforce better movement patterns.

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Why rest days make you a better runner

Rest isn't laziness—it's when your body adapts and grows stronger. Learn why recovery is essential, how many rest days you need, and how to make the most of your downtime.

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Nutrition basics for runners

What you eat directly impacts how you run. Learn the fundamentals of fueling your runs, from pre-run meals to recovery nutrition, plus hydration strategies that work.

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Common running injuries and how to prevent them

Most running injuries are preventable. Learn about the most common issues that sideline runners, their warning signs, and proven strategies to stay healthy and on the road.

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Hill running: Build strength and speed

Hills make you a stronger, faster runner. Learn how to incorporate hill training into your routine, master uphill and downhill technique, and turn challenging terrain into your advantage.

Speed work: Intervals, tempo, and fartlek

Ready to get faster? Speed work is the key. Learn about different types of faster running, when to incorporate them, and how to execute each workout for maximum benefit.

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Running in any weather: Heat, cold, and rain

Don't let weather derail your training. Learn how to adapt your running for hot summers, cold winters, and everything in between. Smart preparation keeps you running year-round.

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VO2 max: The ultimate measure of aerobic fitness

VO2 max is considered the gold standard for measuring cardiovascular fitness. Learn what it is, why it matters for runners, how to test and improve it, and how you compare to elite athletes.

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Marathon world records: The fastest humans in history

From official world records to Kipchoge's legendary sub-2-hour run, explore the fastest marathon performances ever. Includes pace breakdowns, split analysis, and what makes these athletes superhuman.