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From Finish Line to Feeling-Good: Your Post-marathon Survival Guide

You crushed the marathon, but conquering the miles is just half the battle. This guide unlocks the secrets to an effective recovery: gentle movement, strategic rest, and a step-by-step rebuild to get you back on track and feeling stronger than ever.
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Breaking the Barrier: Diane Leather and the Sub-Five-Minute Mile

Did you know a woman smashed the 5-minute mile barrier in 1954? In the same month as Roger Bannister’s famous feat, Diane Leather achieved the seemingly impossible. Dive into the story of this forgotten pioneer and how she paved the way for future generations of female runners.
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Flat is Boring. Start Running Up That Hill Trail

Tired of flat, predictable runs? Trail running offers challenge, focus, and adventure. Uneven terrain strengthens new muscles, while stunning views and a supportive community keep you motivated. Ditch the road and discover the thrill of the hills!
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Tips To Build Mental Strength This Marathon Season

You’ve got the right training plan, shoes, and diet, but when it comes to marathon motivation, have you mentally prepared too? Here are 10 tactics to ensure your mind is ready for the big day.
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Marathon Training: Practice your Fueling Strategy

Preparing for a marathon? Ensure race day success by integrating optimal fueling practices into your training plan.

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Act as an Athlete Lesson 1: Self-Discipline

If you want to act as an athlete, you need a good dose of tenacity. Marathon runner and Polar Ambassador Dani Mateo tells us how discipline and routine are key for both elite and amateur athletes.
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The Enduring Journey of Black Girls Do Run

Tasha Thompson wants to close the perception gap at UK marathons with her running club, Black Girls Do Run.
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Dreaming of a Sub-3 Hour Marathon

The sub-3 hour marathon represents a culmination of years of hard work, discipline, and sacrifice A distant, yet attainable, lifetime achievement.
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The A to Z Glossary to Trail Running

From technical jargon to gear and race-specific phrases, get ready to speak the language of trail running.
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Will I Ever Qualify for the Boston Marathon?

Every year, on the third Monday of April, the Boston Marathon takes place. Qualifying for it isn’t easy, but it is the highlight of many non-elite runners’ careers.
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I asked ChatGPT to be my running coach. This is the plan.

Powerful new artificial intelligence is already changing the world, but can it be your running coach?

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How to Run Faster and Longer

How to Run Faster and Longer

As runners, we’re always looking for ways to run faster and for longer. Here’s some advice on how to increase your mileage and speed safely.

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Best Running Songs of 2022 

2022 may be running away from us, but you can catch up with these 27 motivating songs guaranteed to get your legs in motion.
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Vincent Viet: Ultra Trail-running Dad With a Golden Opportunity

How do you balance being a parent with training for an endurance race like the Western States 100? “Ultra Dad” Vincent Viet takes us on his journey.
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Songs to Run a Marathon

Need some motivation for your long runs? Here’s a playlist with over 300 songs selected by the participants of the TCS Amsterdam Marathon.

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Strength Training for Runners | 5 Essential Exercises

If you want to run long, fast, and strong, you need to do more than just run. Here’s why strength training should be part of every running program.
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Is Walking or Running Better for Weight Loss?

When trying to reach a fitness goal, it’s understandable that you want to choose the most effective workout. Here are some of the factors (and research) you should consider when comparing running and walking.
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How to Make Running Fun (and Beat Any Boredom)

For those days when the road is long and a minute feels like 70 seconds, try these tips from running coach Carita Riutta.
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Heart Rate When Running: What is Normal?

With the right tools, you can measure your running heart rate and adjust your runs accordingly, but how do you know what is normal?
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Running Pace Calculator

Calculate your pace or finish time for any distance: 5K, 10K, half marathon and marathon. Calculate for miles or kilometers. Enter any two values to calculate the third: time, distance or pace.
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