Top 5 Cross-Training Workouts for Runners (and XT Explained)
As runners, we tend to hear a lot about how wonderful cross-training can be for running. Yet there is so much information out there about different kinds of cross-training, and it can be overwhelming...
You've been training for months, and the time has finally come to set out your clothing and gear for your upcoming half marathon race. There are lots of things to think about when it comes to...
Running on Your Period and How the Menstrual Cycle Affects Your Running
As female runners and athletes, we have all worried about getting our periods at less than ideal times, like right before an upcoming workout session or during a race. But does being on your period...
Get to Know the Tempo Run: How Fast and How Long Should They Be?
There are several key components to any runner's weekly training plan: a long run, easy runs, and quality runs. One kind of quality run that you may encounter is called a tempo run. But what is a...
If you have a half marathon race coming up, you're probably wondering just how long your long runs are going to be while training for the race. How far is far enough for a half? Can you get by with...
The half marathon is one of the most popular race distances in the U.S. Completing a half marathon (13.1 miles/21.1km) is a major accomplishment that requires a lot of dedication and training...
