Running a marathon is a gruelling task. Over four long hours (for the average runner) your body will pound its way through the race, putting its muscles, bones, joints and internal organs under ...

A slow run, defined as anything below 80% of your maximum heart rate, is a strategic way to get your reps in without sabotaging your recovery and setting yourself up for unnecessarily painful ...

Ask a runner how many miles they run each week, and you will likely get a range: seven to 10 or 15 to 25, for example. That’s ...

If you're looking to improve your running strategy, tweak your training, or are just curious, knowing how many steps there are in a marathon can be a valuable fitness metric. As it can vary based on ...

From head to toe, what happens when you run 26.2 miles. — -- From the start of the race to the finish, running a marathon can take a toll on even the most experienced runners. Here's a look at ...

Before you can lace up for one of the world’s most remote races, you’ll need to navigate wild seas, endure freezing temperatures, and embark on a journey that tests more than just your endurance. The ...

As a first-time marathoner, I wasn’t sure if what I was feeling was burnout. Here’s how to spot the signs and kickstart ...

If you don’t have a ton of excess time to dedicate to half marathon training but still want to make progress, you need to get creative. One easy way to get more bang for your training buck, so to ...