Advice and Motivation

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5K Training

How to Start Running Again (and Make the Ultimate Comeback)

Learning how to start running again isn't easy. These tips will help you come back stronger than you were before to smash your running goals.

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Should You Run Every Day? Benefits & Risks of Running Daily

Should you run every day? Running every day has proven health benefits but can be risky for injuries—rest days & cross-training are key.

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Training for a 10K Beginner Running Plan (Schedule & FAQ)

Start training for a 10K the right way. Follow our 10K running plan and 10K training schedule to ensure you train at peak form and fitness.

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25 Best Running Blogs for Marathons, Trails, & Everything Else

Stay informed, inspired, and up-to-date in the world of running with the 25 best running blogs and websites you need to bookmark immediately.

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How to Jog Properly to Lose Weight (The Right Way)

Learn how to jog properly to lose weight so that you hit your goals & don't develop injuries that derail your running & weight loss progress.

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Running Shoes for Flat Feet - How to Choose the Best One

Are you a runner with flat feet? Get the tips from experts to select the best running shoes for flat feet and run injury free.

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Running and Rock Climbing: Training and Cross-Training Explained

Running and climbing are vastly different sports. Yet many runners are avid climbers and vice versa. Here's how to find balance.

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How to Run in the Heat (Without Hating Every Second)

Learn how to run in the heat of summer hot weather without hating every second of it by using these tips for running in hot weather.

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10 Scientific Benefits of Running (for Men, Women & Everyone)

Learn how science supports the health benefits of running for men, women, and everyone, from improved mental health to reduced blood pressure.

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The 7 Best Dogs for Running Companions

The best dogs for running companions largely depend on your running style! Learn the best breeds for running by distance and preferences.

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How to Start Jogging After 50 (for Beginners and Athletes)

Learn how to start running at 50 and beyond, regardless of your experience, shape, or fitness. We'll get you on your feet and on the trail.

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Postpartum Running Plan: Running After Pregnancy

Running after pregnancy can be a challenge, but it's possible with a postpartum running plan and a few tips.

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Best Time To Run: Pros & Cons of Morning, Afternoon & Evening Runs

When is the best time to run? Is it better to run in the morning or at night—what about mid-day? This might be one of the most hotly debated questions in the running community. Whether it's in the morning, afternoon, or evening, nearly every runner has an opinion on

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How to Get Better at Running—Become a Better Runner

Wondering how to be a better runner? Right now, loving (let alone liking) running may seem next to impossible. How could you possibly enjoy the heavy breathing, itchy legs, sweating, and general feeling like you could drop dead at any moment…all for voluntarily long periods of time? Today, the

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Running in the Heat: 14 Tips for Hot Summer Runs

Running in the heat is difficult for even the most experienced athletes. Some love it; others hate it. But depending on where you live, it’s something many people have to deal with. It’s summertime, and for avid runners, that means dealing with the heat and humidity while still

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How to Breathe While Running With Asthma (4 Tips)

Trying to figure out how to breathe while running with asthma? Good news – you can do it! And you can do it well. In fact, in the 2012 London Olympics, nearly 700 athletes competing had confirmed asthma. Having said that, asthma, like any medical condition, requires diligence. Whether you have

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Super Cushioned Shoes: Are HOKA Shoes Good for Runners or Not?

Maximalist cushioned running shoes are all the rage these days with athletes. So you know, talking about if HOKA shoes are good in a running blog might get a little fiery—maybe even a little weird. After all, few things evoke more commentary, fervor, and zeal than a conversation around

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The Best Running Workout Plan (Schedule, Training & Program)

The best running training and running schedule isn’t guesswork—it comes down to following a personalized running plan that works for you. When you’re planning for a race, there’s no shortage of running schedules you can find on the internet or in books. However, it doesn’t

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6 Tips for Morning Runs: How to Run at Dawn (or Before)

Looking for tips for morning runs to make it easier to get out of bed and on the trail? If you chronically hit the snooze button on your alarm clock, the thought of running in the morning might seem dreadful. We get it. It is hard to leave a cozy

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10 Best Inspiring Runners on Instagram You Need to Follow (Now)

The running community is very active on Instagram. It’s a great place to find running influencers, inspiring runners, ultra-running memes, and everything in between. It’s the perfect spot for: * Motivation * Inspiration * Training advice * New routes * Race beta * Running stories * And more Inspiring Runners You Need to Follow on

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Inspiration for Weight Loss: 6 Running Nutrition Instagrams to Follow

If you’ve started running to lose weight, nutrition is half the battle. For some runners, this can be intimidating. Adjusting your eating habits and trying to manage your training schedule effectively can be tough to do on a consistent basis. That’s why you’ll need small triggers to

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10 Virtual Races to Run Before the Year is Over

The shift to virtual races this year happened abruptly. One day, you were picking up a bib at the neighborhood fun run, and the next day, everything switched to virtual runs only. The Coronavirus pandemic has made this a challenging year for runners, disrupting marathon training plans, cancelling races and

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Running Inspiration & Motivation—The 10 Best Online Groups

Even the most dedicated runners struggle to find running motivation. No matter how many running quotes or Runner’s World articles about motivation you read, you might still lack running inspiration. I wouldn’t be surprised if the content you consumed fell short and didn’t encourage you to immediately

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The Best Running Apps for Each Type of Runner in 2020

Running alone doesn’t mean you’re training alone. Runners all around the world stay connected and motivated through running apps. These apps offer community, workouts, virtual coaches, GPS tracking, heart-rate monitoring, goal-setting tactics and more. With smartphones, Apple Watches and other wearable technology, it’s never been easier to

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7 Ways to Hold Yourself Accountable in Your Run Training

Let’s talk accountability. Embarking on your training journey is exciting, until you wake up one day sore and unmotivated. You skip training that day, and then the next, and eventually you’ve fallen out of your training altogether. I think we’re all ready to break that cycle, no?