Running

Marathon Taper: Final 3 Weeks Explained

Discover how the science of tapering transforms accumulated fatigue into peak power.

Speed Work vs Tempo Runs

Discover how to strategically balance both types of sessions based on your race distance and current fitness.

5k Training Plan

If you've never participated in a race before, a 5K is the perfect starting point.

10k Training Plan

Get ready to master the perfect blend of speed and endurance.

Half Marathon Running Plan

Follow these training plans designed to boost endurance and help you conquer the half marathon distance.

Marathon Training Plan

All the secrets and essential workouts you need to achieve the incredible feat of completing a marathon.

Recovery After Running – Post Marathon And Short Races

When running is your job, recovery is all in a day’s work. Here's how U.S. Olympian Molly Huddle recovers after running.

Marathon Recovery – The Hours, Days, and Weeks After the Race

Smart recovery is essential after a marathon or any big race. Follow these tips on how to recover from a race to keep some of the post-race soreness at bay.

How Do You Keep Up Running Motivation?

Even professional athletes experience waning running motivation. Read how pro runner Molly Huddle gets through periods of low motivation – and how she brings it back.

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.

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.

Running Power | What it is and why it matters

Learn to run at the right intensity with running power. Here’s what runners should know about this metric and how to measure it – straight from the wrist.

3 Things to Know About Breathing While Running

Running Coach Ryan McCann lists three things (with a bonus tweak) all runners need to know about breathing on the run.

What Is Cross-training for Runners? 4 Things You Need to Know

If all you want to be is a runner, why should you do anything but run? Because cross training will make you a better runner. Here's why and how.

Can Running Help Anxiety?

Have you thought about enhancing your mental fitness? Discover the physical and psychological benefits of regularly going for a run.

Off-Season Training For Runners

Taking a break from running during the off-season doesn't mean you shouldn't exercise at all. Why not stay on the move with cross-training?

Eight things to consider when you’re traveling for a race

Ready to book a race-cation? Whether going across the country or across the world for a race, here are 8 factors to consider when traveling for races.

7 reasons you had a bad run

Easy run didn’t feel so easy? This might be why.

9 Ways To Give Your Treadmill Workout A Boost

Treadmill or dreadmill? If you think treadmill workouts are boring, try upping your treadmill workout game with these 9 workout ideas.

A Year in Sports Report: The Return of Running Events

What we did this year? Here are the stats, the data, and the insights on the way we trained and ran in 2021.

Dawn Patrol: Here’s How To Enjoy Running In The Morning

Let’s face it, not all runners are early risers, but here's pro triathlete Jocelyn McCauley's tips on how you can learn to enjoy running in the morning.

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.

Everything You Need To Know About The Running Performance Test

Find out where your running performance is now and personalize your heart rate, speed and power zones

Here's How To Practice Mindfulness While Running

This advice to practice mindfulness while running will help you get into 'zen' during your runs, relieving stress and working wonders on your mind.

How Many Calories Should a Runner Eat Per Day?

You're running all those miles, but are you fuelling yourself properly to support this?

How Swimming Workouts Can Make You A Better Runner

If you're a runner, here's why you should add swimming into your training routine and how to get the most out of your swimming workouts.

How To Run In The Blistering Heat

It's hot, but your body can take it... if you make some adjustments to your training plan. Learn how you can keep enjoying your favorite sport safely.

How To Run Longer? Spice Up Your Running Routine!

How to run longer and farther? You’ll find a million different answers to this question but here’s one that really works for adding mileage to your runs.

How to Enhance Your Running Economy

How effective is your body at powering through long-distance runs? Discover more about running economy, how it is measured and if you can improve yours.

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.

How to pick the perfect running route

It can be tempting to run the same loop of your neighborhood every day. So, here are a few ways to switch up your routine and find a new running route.

It's All In The Mind – How To Mentally Prepare For A Marathon

How much of marathon success depends on the mind? Sports psychologist Andy Lane advises how to prepare for a marathon using specific mental prep strategies.

Marathon Training Mistakes to Avoid

So, you’ve read all the top tips on how to train for a marathon but do you know what you should NOT do?

Marathon Training: Practice your Fueling Strategy

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

Mental Toughness For Runners – 5 Ways To Mentally Prepare For A Race

Mental toughness is a big part of running. Increase your mental toughness with these five tips and be prepared come race day.

Pace Yourself: How to Run at the Right Intensity

It doesn’t matter if you’re a newbie or a seasoned runner, mastering the art of pacing yourself while running is a challenge. Here are a few tips to find the optimal pace and always train at the right intensity.

Q&A: Running Cadence for Beginners With a Running Coach

What is running cadence anyway and is it really all that important? Is a high running cadence always better? These and more questions answered by a coach.

Running Too Fast, Too Much, Too Soon: Classic Mistakes Every New Runner Makes

Can too much enthusiasm cause you to end up with an injury? We asked coach Calum Neff for his advice on how you can avoid the common missteps of a new runner.

Running Training With Experts: 6 Steps To Progress

Here's what your running training should include, according to experts. These 6 steps will help you become a better runner.

Running While Pregnant: Everything You Need to Know

Pre/postnatal exercise specialist and Polar Ambassador Lucy Young explains how to continue running through your pregnancy (if it feels right for you).

Tempo Runs, Intervals, Fartlek – Are These Running Workouts All The Same?

Not sure what different running workouts really entail? Aren't they all the same? We asked a running coach to explain fartleks, intervals and tempo runs.

The Dos And Don’ts Of Stair Workouts For Runners

If you're looking to vary your training, here are two stair workouts for runners you can integrate into your training routine right now.

The Ultimate Guide To Cross-Training For Runners

Here's why cross-training for runners is key and can help you to become a better runner – with some uncommon cross-training ideas.

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.

Top 5 Marathon Mistakes To Avoid

Seasoned runners reveal how they learned – the hard way – to avoid the most common marathon mistakes. Race smarter with their advice.

Top Running Tips From Pro Triathletes

Pro triathletes from the BMC-Etixx team reveal their tips for runners. Watch the videos and learn more about recovery, stretching and getting ready for a race.

Training For A Marathon: HOw To Get The Final 10-12 prep Weeks Right

Read Polar running coach Nick Anderson's thoughts on how to get the final 10-12 weeks of your marathon preparation right.

True or False? Busting Running Myths for Global Running Day

Are these running myths slowing you down? To mark Global Running Day, we spot and correct seven common running myths.

What Is Mindful Running — And Why You Should Give It A Try

Is mindful running all about taking it easy or can it help you run faster? Here's what mindful running is with some tried and tested benefits.

What Is My Running Cadence – And Should I Care?

If you want to become a better runner, monitoring your running cadence can be a powerful tool.

What To Wear On Race Day And How To Plan Your Race Day Outfit

The final piece of your training puzzle is deciding what to wear on race day. Read this advice from six athletes on planning your race day outfit.

When Is the Best Time to Run? We Asked an Expert

Is there really an ideal time of day to run? Here’s what John Kenworthy, running coach at Siena College, has to say about the "early birds vs. night owls" debate.

Marathon Taper: Final 3 Weeks Explained

Speed Work vs Tempo Runs

5k Training Plan

10k Training Plan

Half Marathon Running Plan

Marathon Training Plan

Recovery After Running – Post Marathon And Short Races

Marathon Recovery – The Hours, Days, and Weeks After the Race

How Do You Keep Up Running Motivation?

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

How to Run Faster and Longer

Running Power | What it is and why it matters

3 Things to Know About Breathing While Running

What Is Cross-training for Runners? 4 Things You Need to Know

Can Running Help Anxiety?

Off-Season Training For Runners

Eight things to consider when you’re traveling for a race

7 reasons you had a bad run

9 Ways To Give Your Treadmill Workout A Boost

A Year in Sports Report: The Return of Running Events

Dawn Patrol: Here’s How To Enjoy Running In The Morning

Dreaming of a Sub-3 Hour Marathon

Everything You Need To Know About The Running Performance Test

Here's How To Practice Mindfulness While Running

How Many Calories Should a Runner Eat Per Day?

How Swimming Workouts Can Make You A Better Runner

How To Run In The Blistering Heat

How To Run Longer? Spice Up Your Running Routine!

How to Enhance Your Running Economy

How to Make Running Fun (and Beat Any Boredom)

How to pick the perfect running route

It's All In The Mind – How To Mentally Prepare For A Marathon

Marathon Training Mistakes to Avoid

Marathon Training: Practice your Fueling Strategy

Mental Toughness For Runners – 5 Ways To Mentally Prepare For A Race

Pace Yourself: How to Run at the Right Intensity

Q&amp;A: Running Cadence for Beginners With a Running Coach

Running Too Fast, Too Much, Too Soon: Classic Mistakes Every New Runner Makes

Running Training With Experts: 6 Steps To Progress

Running While Pregnant: Everything You Need to Know

Tempo Runs, Intervals, Fartlek – Are These Running Workouts All The Same?

The Dos And Don’ts Of Stair Workouts For Runners

The Ultimate Guide To Cross-Training For Runners

Tips To Build Mental Strength This Marathon Season

Top 5 Marathon Mistakes To Avoid

Top Running Tips From Pro Triathletes

Training For A Marathon: HOw To Get The Final 10-12 prep Weeks Right

True or False? Busting Running Myths for Global Running Day

What Is Mindful Running — And Why You Should Give It A Try

What Is My Running Cadence – And Should I Care?

What To Wear On Race Day And How To Plan Your Race Day Outfit

When Is the Best Time to Run? We Asked an Expert

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Q&A: Running Cadence for Beginners With a Running Coach