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How Long Is a 10k?

For runners, the 10k represents a balance between endurance and speed. It's a distance that demands training and discipline but is...

The Jeff Galloway Run-Walk Method: A Beginner's Guide to Running Success

Are you looking to create a running routine but have no idea where to begin? Look no further than the Jeff Galloway Method, otherwise known

“Let’s Go, Girls”: The Best All-Women Races To Add To Your Calendar

Running—like most sports—can be heavily male-dominated. If you’re a woman, you might want to consider participating in an all-woman race for

Nike ZoomX Ultrafly Review - The Best Trail Shoe Ever?

In quite a few years of reviewing trail shoes, I don’t believe I’ve ever given a full 10/10, but this shoe feels so fast, light, stable, con

The Best Summer Marathons for Running Fast

Believe it or not, running a summer marathon can be your ticket to a marathon PR. While one might think you’re doomed to high heat and...

The Best 10 Mile Races: A Complete Guide to 10 Milers

A comprehensiv list of the best 10 mile road races. Whether you’re a seasoned marathon runner or just starting to venture into half marathon

When Runners Should Take an Ice Bath (Or Not) for Optimal Recovery & Gains

You’ve likely heard of runners taking an ice bath as part of their training, but you might not be sure if it’s for you. If that’s the case,

Steamtown Marathon Review & Insider Race Tips

Steamtown is a smaller race, very well organized, easy to navigate and the course winds through some beautiful trails.

Salomon Sense Ride 5 Review: Some Bad, But Mostly Good

For a versatile, do-it-all trail shoe for a wide variety of runners on a wide variety of terrain, Salomon put together a great package. As l

How to Run 100 Miles - The Knitty-Gritty from An Expert Ultra Running Coach

Many times during a hundred miles, you may convince yourself that it is impossible. I'm here to tell you, armed with the right knowledge...

The North Face Summit Series VECTIV Pro Review - In-Depth Photos

The Vectiv Pro rides with a lively energy many trail shoes do not. This shoe uses carbon tastefully, not

Nike Vaporfly 3 vs. 2 Review: In-Depth Photo Comparison

Nike just updated the famed Vaporfly. Here's everything you need to know about the changes with detailed picture comparisons.

ChatGPT on Nike Alphafly NEXT% 1 vs. 2: Absolutely Absurd!

I’ve reviewed running shoes for Outside Magazine for the past five years. With all the buzz around ChatGPT I was curious if it could spit...

Why Your Garmin Wrist Heart Rate Monitor Isn't Accurate: How to Fix It

I’ve been training by heart rate for the past 25 years and while I love the ease at which it guides my training zones, there are some...

How Treadmills Differ From Running Outside: 5 Must-Do Tips

Practical Guidelines For Treadmill Running Undulating the treadmill speed will mimic outside running better than constant speeds....

What To Eat The Morning Of A Marathon To Feel Energized

Consuming .45 to 1.8 grams of carbohydrates per kg of body mass in the 1-4 hours before exercise is recommended.

15 Best Chicago Marathon Tips, According to Insiders

Here’s a list of the top tip every Chicago marathon runner needs to know.

Brooks Catamount 2 Review: Snappy, Well-Tailored & Better

Brooks had a mission: make a light shoe that climbs as well as the Catamount 1 descended.

Is Static Stretching Bad for Distance Runners? Both Sides Of The Argument

In this article, I’ll look at the arguments for and against it, and finally, answer whether you should be doing static stretches.

Should Runners Take Iron Supplements for Iron Deficiency?

Iron is an essential mineral that plays a vital role in the body's ability to produce energy.