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Race Day Tips for Your First Road Race
So you've done your training for your first 5K or 10K -- the race distances that are good for first-timers. As your race day approaches, you may have some questions and concerns about what to expect on race day. If you're fairly new to running, here are so…

Beginner Runners - Train for Your First 5K
This schedule is geared toward beginner runners who want to run their first 5K.

5K Race Training: Advanced Beginner Runner Schedule
This eight-week 5K training schedule is geared toward advanced beginner runners.

5K Race Training: Intermediate Runner Schedule
To achieve a personal record (PR) in a 5K, you'll definitely need to add speed training to your training regimen, if you haven't already. Here is an eight-week training schedule to help you run your fastest 5K.

Beginner Runners - Train for Your First 10K
This schedule is geared toward beginner runners who want to run their first 10K.

10K Race Training: Advanced Beginner Runner Schedule
This eight-week 10K training schedule is geared toward advanced beginner runners.

10K Race Training: Intermediate Runner Schedule
To achieve a personal record (PR) in a 10K, you'll definitely need to add speed training to your training regimen, if you haven't already. Here is an eight-week training schedule to help you run your fastest 10K.

Basic Half-Marathon Training Schedule for Beginners
Running a half-marathon is a great way to challenge yourself and start building toward running a full marathon. This 12-week schedule is perfect for beginner runners who want to take on the half-marathon distance.

Advanced Beginner Half-Marathon Training Schedule
This 12-week half-marathon training schedule is geared toward advanced beginner runners.

Intermediate Half-Marathon Training Schedule
You've already run at least one half-marathon (13.1 miles), and now you're moving on to your next goal: Improving your half-marathon race time. This 12-week training schedule can help you run a personal record in the half-marathon.

Basic Marathon Training Schedule for Beginners
Ready to start training for your first marathon? Here's the perfect schedule for beginners whose goal is to finish.

Should I Run the Day Before a Race?
Should you run the day before a race? Get the answer.

What is a Chip Time?
If you're new to running, you may not know what runners are talking about when they refer to their chip times. Find out what this road racing term means.

How to Take Water from Hydration Stops
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.

Get Prepared Mentally for Your Marathon
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.

Road Race Etiquette Tips
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.

10K Training Schedule for Advanced Runners
Follow this training schedule from running expert Hal Higdon to achieve your peak performance in the 10K.