Training Schedules and Race Running Tips

Ready to train for and run a 5K? Get free 5K training schedules and tips for 5K training and running.

Ready to run a 10K? Get free 10K training schedules and 10K training and running tips.

A half-marathon race is 13.1 miles long, which is exactly half the distance of a marathon. Here are training tips and schedules for the half marathon distance.

If you're fairly new to running, here are some tips for running your first race.

Running a road race can seem intimidating to new runners, but you're missing out on a very positive and fulfilling experience if you're too afraid to take the plunge. Here are some common fears about running races and how you can overcome them.

Making mistakes during road races is very common, especially if you're new to road racing. One of the biggest rookie mistakes in racing is going out too fast in the beginning of the race.

Successfully running through the water stops in a road race is a common fear among new runners. But if you know what to expect and how to take and drink the water, you'll look like a pro as you run through the water stops. Follow these steps when running through water stop in races.

Running faster means working harder, and improvements obviously don't happen overnight. But if you're shooting for a PR, you could shave some seconds or maybe even minutes off your finishing time with smart strategies that have little to do with your fitness level. Whether you're doing a 5K or a marathon, here are some tips to try during your...

Running a marathon tests your mental strength as much as it does your physical fitness. Here are some tips on winning the psychological battles throughout the race.

If you're new to running in road races, you may not be familiar with some of the rules -- both stated and unwritten. To avoid annoying fellow runners (and prevent looking like a newbie), be sure to follow these etiquette guidelines.

When you're training for a race, especially a big one such as a marathon, you may think about how you'll feel at finish line, but not exactly what to do once you cross that finish line. Here are some tips for what to do at the finish line.