The Ultimate Runner's Holiday Gift Guide
Here are ACTIVE's picks for Holiday Gifts for the runner in your life.
5 Trail Races to Do in the Bay Area
Enjoy the scenery and trails of Northern California at one of these trail races in the Bay Area. With a variety of distances and difficulties, you'...
9 Zombie Runs to Add to Your Race Calendar
Embrace your inner zombie, or brush up on your undead apocalypse fitness, with these nine events that range from the family-friendly to the positiv...
How to Execute the Perfect Tempo Run
If becoming a better distance runner is a goal, tempo runs are a must. But most athletes run these too fast, negating the benefits. Here's how to g...
How to Beat Marathon Fatigue
Fatigue is not something specific to slow or average runners—it happens to every one. Here's how to train to beat marathon fatigue (warning: ...
The Science Behind Your Runner's High
That pasted smile and boost of confidence is what most consider a runner's high. But why does this feeling unfailingly come after every run? Find o...
How to Run a PR at Your Next 5K or 10K With Negative Splits
If you're in the hunt for a 5K or 10K PR, a slight negative split, meaning that the second half of the race should be faster than the first half, s...
If Running Feels Too Hard, Try This
Running is for everyone, no matter your experience, age or size. It doesn't have to be hard, and it doesn't have to hurt. You just need the right a...
Pacing Strategies for Popular Running Distances
You can do everything right leading up to an event only to blow it on race day. Learn how to pace properly for the most common running distances so...