5K or 10K: Which Distance Should Beginners Run First?

Racing is an exciting part of being a runner, but if you're a beginner, which distance should you choose? Coach Jay Johnson helps you decide.

By Jay Johnson

How to Avoid Common Obstacle Course Mishaps

From cardio conditioning to weight training, use these tips to avoid common at your next obstacle course.

By Joe Decker

What Happens When You Run a Marathon Without Proper Training?

Is it possible that training for and racing a marathon might not be in your best interest? Find out if you've done the right training to run a mara...

By Jeff Gaudette

How to Be Your Own Running Coach

If you want a fully customized training plan, you normally have to hire a coach. But, renowned running coach Greg McMillan shows you how to create ...

By Matt Fitzgerald

How to Prepare for a Night Race

There is something magical about racing at night. It requires a little more planning, as most of us are used to competing in morning events. These ...

By Jenny Hadfield

7 Tried-and-True Tools for 10K Training

Want to train for your first 10K, or improve your race time? Include these seven foundations of distance running into your program, and you'll reac...

By Tyler Pake

How to Increase Running Mileage Safely

If you want to stay healthy and run more miles, then you'll need to support that mileage with rest and recovery. But that's not the whole story; he...

By Jay Johnson

How Advanced Runners Can PR in the 5K

Runners who already follow a structured training plan are going to be closer to their 5K potential than those who run easy a few times a week. But,...

By Jason Fitzgerald