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Training and Racing

By Christine Luff, About.com Guide to Running & Jogging

Many runners participate in races, from 5Ks to marathons. Get race training schedules, plus tips on how to run your best races and stay motivated to keep training.

  1. Training Schedules
  2. Racing and Training Tips
  3. Stretching
  4. Speed Workouts
  1. Strength-Training
  2. Marathon Training Advice
  3. Staying Motivated

Training Schedules

Whether you're a beginner or an experienced runner, here are training schedules for races of all distances.

Racing and Training Tips

Get tips and strategies for race training and running your best.

Stretching

Runners Wearing Shorts Stretching

Stretching is the key to helping runners stay flexible and injury-free.

Speed Workouts

Hill Running

Adding speed workouts to your running routine can help you become a stronger, faster runner.

Strength-Training

Including strength-training as part of your weekly workouts can help you get stronger and avoid running injuries.

Marathon Training Advice

Runners in NYC marathon

Running a marathon is an exciting and challenging endeavor. Use these tips and advice to successfully complete the 26.2-mile race.

Staying Motivated

Chicago Marathon Finisher

Getting inspired to run can be a challenge to runners of any level. Find out how you can get and stay motivated to keep running.

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