23+ hour, 46+ min ago   (1125+ words) Falling behind on marathon mileage is common. Here’s how to adjust without making things worse. The foundation of any successful marathon build is mileage, and many experts recommend hitting a minimum of 30 miles during peak week of training. That number…...

4+ day, 2+ hour ago   (464+ words) In this program, run coach Mireille Siné sits down with leading sports dietitians and nutrition experts to answer runners’ biggest questions about fueling. Fueling can be the difference between a run that feels strong and one that falls apart. The…...

6+ day, 16+ hour ago   (855+ words) Waiting until you cross the finish line to toast with your running buddies can set you up for better sleep, more energy, and faster splits. Whether you’re racing the mile or the marathon, dozens of factors can influence how you…...

6+ day, 22+ hour ago   (218+ words) Running your first marathon is no easy feat. But training for 26.2 miles when you’re brand-new to running? That’s a whole different challenge. Running a marathon is hard. On this week’s episode of The Amazing Runner’s World Show, Jeff and Aly…...

1+ week, 12+ hour ago   (524+ words) A new study suggests hitting the wall is more complicated than you might think Ask anyone who’s run a few marathons if they’ve ever hit the wall and they’re bound to answer in the affirmative. That late-in-the-race slump is an…...

1+ week, 23+ hour ago   (903+ words) Coach-backed tips to stay patient, controlled, and strong during the opening miles. The beginning of a marathon can make even a well-prepared runner feel out of control. You often have to navigate crowds, manage race-day adrenaline, and stay in control…...

1+ week, 1+ day ago   (1617+ words) Worried you might DNS? Here’s how to tweak your training to get to the starting line feeling strong, fast, and confident. Just lining up at the start of your marathon is an accomplishment in itself. You spend months training, banking…...

1+ week, 6+ day ago   (1100+ words) With four to five runs per week, you’ll toe the starting line healthy and confident—and cross the finish as a marathoner. Officially, you’re a marathoner when you cross the finish line of your first 26.2-mile race. But in reality,…...

1+ week, 6+ day ago   (1461+ words) According to run coaches, adding walk breaks to your training can actually help you race faster, recover quicker, and conquer longer distances. Many runners have a few dirty little secrets—like not quite making it to the bathroom in time…...

2+ week, 6+ day ago   (1857+ words) If you’re nervous for the last few miles of 26.2, here’s how to finish strong. Last year, I signed up to run a marathon, and before I even started training, I was already sweating just thinking about the final miles of…...