How to Taper for a Marathon
You’ve made it through weeks of grueling marathon training, and it’s finally time to rest with a taper period. A marathon taper period is a time of structured recovery, a decrease in training volume and an emphasis on rest, nutrition and mental preparation so you can toe the…
Read More ›Fake It 'Til You Make It: Smiling is the Most Important Race-Day Hack
I found my secret race-day weapon when I was a junior in high school. I’d just started running the mile. As a former 300-meter hurdler, the contrast was stark, and I needed something to get through it. Not only did I have to run a little over three more laps around the track, I still h…
Read More ›What to Pack for Marathon Weekend
You’ve been training for months for your race and the big day is fast approaching. Whether you’re racing a marathon or a 5K, if you’re traveling to a destination race, packing will be your next challenge. When figuring out what to pack, it’s important to think about r…
Read More ›How to Choose the Right Superfeet Insole
Everyone’s feet are different. So when deciding what Superfeet you need, first know that there is no single best insole for everyone. So how do you choose between Superfeet All-Purpose Support, Run Dynamic Cushion and Run Support among many others? Your arch height, foot shape, instep …
Read More ›What to Eat During Long Runs
It’s every runner’s favorite day of the week—long-run day! You’ve got your most cushioned pair of shoes on, your pump-up playlist blasting and your route mapped out. Nothing but you and the open road ahead, right? Not so fast. As it turns out, you need more than just …
Read More ›Best Spikes for Cross Country & Track
If you want to top the podium and hit your personal best on the track, cross-country course or in your field event, then finding the right pair of track or XC shoes will help you crush your next meet. The best track and cross country spikes do two things really well: Feel lightweight and…
Read More ›Our Top 6 Running Shoes for Beginners This Summer
You’ve made the decision to start running. Whether you’re starting from scratch, increasing your commitment or returning after a hiatus, congratulations! Taking the first step (literally and figuratively) can be the toughest part. After you mapped out a few running routes&n…
Read More ›How to Program a Workout into Your Garmin Watch
Running is hard enough without having to keep track of paces, splits and reps. If you’re ready to ditch the mental math and just focus on your workout, Garmin has you covered. Not only will Garmin watches tell you how far you ran, many watch models can keep track of your reps and pace…
Read More ›Shoe Review: HOKA Mach X
As runners and humans, we’re programmed to want the best of both worlds. We want to have our birthday cake-flavored Gu and eat it too. When that comes to running shoes, it usually means wanting a cushioned, comfortable experience that feels equally as great during easy recovery runs as…
Read More ›Best Running Gear and Accessories 2023
Running can be hard. Running with the right gear makes it better. Yes, it is true that one of the best parts of running is its simplicity. All you need is a good pair of running shoes to get started. But when you love running, the more you do it, the more you start to appreciate t…
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