For many marathoners, just finishing 26.2 miles is a solid goal—and for good reason, considering that many miles is no small feat. However, for seasoned marathoners who may want a faster finish time ...

He says it’s a simple ingredient he adds into his training formula each week: Strides. Ready to pick up your pace? Explore ...

I knew I was in a deep running funk. This was about two years ago, when every run felt like simply going through the motions. Coming off a spring marathon training block, I determined my summer months ...

Runners have two main paths to choose from when it comes to running goals: run faster or run longer. Both will make you a stronger, fitter athlete—but training for one looks a little different than ...

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Speed work isn’t just for serious runners. Up your pace just a little for a more efficient workout. By Hannah Singleton Hannah Singleton started doing speed work two years ago after she moved from ...

No longer can some military personnel rely solely on running at a moderate pace. Sprinting and agility are regularly tested as part of the ever-evolving fitness tests in the military. Many fitness ...

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Whether you're trying running for the first time or switching up your workout routine for the new year, you may be wondering whether it's better to run longer or faster. There's nothing quite like a ...

It is wise to practice taking military fitness tests, long before the real ones count toward your record or your chances of getting accepted into special programs. Otherwise, you are just guessing.