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Running Training Methods and Guides

How to Start Running When You’re Out of Shape

Simple tips to make it possible to start running when you're out of shape. It can feel daunting, but it's absolutely doable.

Base Building Running Plan: A Strong Foundation For Your Goals

If you plan to take up a new running program, a base building running plan is necessary. It focuses on developing a strong foundation.

10 Fun Workouts: Bring The Joy Back to Your Workouts

Are you unmotivated? Dragging yourself to the gym? Time to rethink what you believe is required to workout...fun workouts at home and outside

Running In Snow and Ice: 9 Tips to Stay Upright

Winter running brings with it a slew of challenges, but running on snow doesn't have to be one of them with these tips.

Zone 4 Heart Rate Explained | When and How to Use It

What is Zone 4 Heart Rate, when should I use it and what can I use it for? The answers to these questions and more are covered on this page.

How to Run A Mile Without Stopping In 4 Weeks

Ready to go from run walk to a running a mile without breaks? Here's 10 key tips and a basic plan framework to make it happen.

Understanding the Maffetone Method | 13 Years Experience

Using heart rate for training doesn’t have to be complex and can indeed help you learn how to truly run EASY on your easy days to improve endurance. Low Heart…

Threshold Running and Workouts: What You Need to Know

Many runners know threshold running and workouts, but for those who don't, here is what you need to know during threshold training.

Jogging vs. Running: Guide to Differences and Similarities

Are you a runner or a jogger? ? Here's a complete guide to the differences and similarities between jogging vs running according to a seasoned running coach.

9 Exercises for Glute Warm Up Before Running

Of the many mistakes I’ve made in my years of running (cough attempting to run without a sports bra when I forgot one…painful) the one thing that’s always been part…

27 Running Costume Ideas and Tips For Halloween and Beyond

Running a race on Halloween? Here are 27 running costume ideas and tips for everyone from the serious DIY'er to the last-minute planner that will keep it a fun run.

How to Implement Low Heart Rate Training

Tired of feeling tired all the time, but still wanting to keep going with distance running? My guide to implement low heart rate training for base building.

Running Power: How It Works And Do You Need It

Learn more about running power, a unique running metric that can affect performance. How does it work and what are the implications for a runner’s performance?

Running Strong at 60 and Beyond: Tips from a Running Coach

Running after 60 is possible, even beneficial. Learn the secrets of staying strong when you’re 60 or older from a coach with experience.

Runner’s Stomach: What Causes It and Top Tips to Avoid It

Stomach cramps while running are preventable with a few small changes to your routine. Know the cause of stomach cramps while running here!

Training Pace Calculator | Everything You Need For Pacing

Use the two running calculators below to help you dial in your training and goals. You can calculate your per mile or kilometer time for standard race distances or any…

Running After 50: How to Start and Things to Know

10 keys to start running after 50 and stay injury free! You can and should enjoy running at any age, so let's find out how to do it right.

Does Running Burn Fat? Yes, but Here’s What You Need to Know

Does running burn fat? Yes, but you need to know a few things about why, how and when. Here's everything you need to know according to a seasoned running coach.

How to Use a Recovery Week or Down Week in Running

What is a down week and why is it necessary? Down weeks can be confusing, but here are practical tips for exactly how to do it.

Proper Running Form: 4 Essential Tips and Techniques

Proper running form is essential to run faster, longer, and safer. Here are the 4 essential tips and techniques to improve your form.

A Complete Beginner’s Guide to Progressive Overload Training

Progressive overload is the underlying principle of how the body gets stronger through weightlifting. Here's how you can use it to achieve muscle growth.

Virtual Running Club

Access expert coaches, training plans, supportive community, and exclusive resources. Whether you're new to running or aiming to conquer a marathon, Virtual Run Club is here to help.

12 Benefits of Sprinting + How to Do Them

Sprinting is a great way to get faster and live a healthier life. It pays to learn exactly how to do sprints for maximum benefits. Learn how here.

Best Running Tips for Beginners: First Time Advice You Need

It's easy to get overwhelmed with workouts, gels, gear, so let's step back and focus on the best beginner running tips you need to start.

The Best Speed Exercises For Runners

Include these speed drills for runners in your training program to improve your running speed. Make the jump over to faster running.

Running at Night: Benefits, Safety Tips and Nutrition Advice

Running at night has some great benefits but it comes with its own challenges and safety concern. Here's how to run at night according to a running coach.

16 Must Watch Running Documentaries

Running documentaries for motivation on those long runs when you just can't find the energy to keep going. We reviewed the best available on Netflix, Amazon Prime and YouTube.

21 Best Running Workouts for All Runners to Get Faster

Here are the 21 best running workouts to build your speed for any race distance, from a 5K to a marathon. They're the perfect way to add variety to training.

Easy Guide to Running Strides: What, How and Why Run Strides

Running Strides are a beneficial training term for new and experienced runners. Learn what they are, benefits, and how to do them properly.

17 Go To Runner Strength Exercises

: These runner strength exercises are fully approved by a running coach and can be done anytime, anywhere to beat your excuses and still get you results.

7 Best Ladder Drills for Runners (Speed and Agility Drills)

Ladder drills are a great tool that runners can use to improve speed, coordination, agility, and explosive power. Here are the 7 best drills to try out today.

How Far Did I Run? 4 Easy Ways to Track Your Running Distance

A complete guide to help you not only answer the question, 'how far did I run?' but also provide the tools you need to enjoy your runs more.

Guide to Running Heart Rate Zones + How to Calculate

Here's how to determine your running heart rate zones, along with their benefits, and how to use them to help you produce the best possible training effects.

Fastest Mile Ever Ran: A History and Top Times Breakdown

The record for the fastest mile ever ran continues to change. See how far the world record has come since Roger Bannister broke four-minutes in 1954.

How to Start Running When Overweight

Being a heavier runner doesn't mean you can't achieve big things. Running when overweight tips to work with your body for success.

7 Tips for How to Run Faster and Longer: Speed and Endurance

Here's a complete guide by a running coach teaching you 5 strategies to run faster and longer without injuries yourself.

Beginner Speed Workouts And Tips to Get Started Safely

Day one you’re just focused on making it around the block without dying and then weeks pass, months pass and you start to wonder if you need to do more…

Running Downhill: Everything You Need to Know

When it comes to downhill running it’s truly much harder on the body than most runners anticipate and there are some form tricks that you need to know. These are…

Running Drills for Speed | How to Run Faster

Want to run faster, but not sure how? Running drills and tips approach by a certified running coach that will work for you.

Hill Sprints | Best Speed Workout for Strength and Injury Prevention

After you’ve been running for awhile, it’s natural to have a desire to get faster. The problem is most runners dive right in to speed workouts and often end up…

How to Become a Running Coach

Learn how to become a running coach and turn your passion into a full-time business with a guide from someone who's done it.

Race Pace Envy: Stop Judging Yourself By Their Speed

Do you often describe yourself as a slow runner? Do you then judge your runs based on all those Instagram posts? Here's what you need to know.

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