Great question. Running fast incorporates a range of muscles, and these are the same muscles responsible for slow running, hiking, and even ...

To safely build endurance, increase your weekly running distance by no more than 10%. This gradual progression allows your body to adapt wit...

You might be eager to nail your first long run, but you’ll likely end up increasing your injury risk if you overdo it. Help prevent in...

Sometimes, speed comes from endurance. Being able to run longer essentially means you can run faster for a longer period of time—since...

Our hips are the gas pedal for our running. The more we use them, the more power (and speed) we can generate! The hips not only help keep yo...

Mental toughness plays a big role in running at uncomfortable speeds. When your legs feel heavy and the pace is uncomfortable it is easy to ...

Just how spry do you feel after a less-than-healthy meal versus after a fresh, colorful plate? Probably not so great. If you’re lookin...

This is a tricky one to include on this list. We know that runners come in all shapes and sizes. But there’s no denying that when you ...

It’s a question we hear all the time: How do I run faster? It can be easier to focus on building endurance since you can just tack on ...

Ladder fartlek training involves varying the length of the intervals in a structured manner, like climbing up and down a ladder. This techni...