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. Staying Motivated

Training Schedules

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

• Train for Your First 5K
• Advanced Beginner 5K Training Schedule
• Intermediate 5K Training Schedule
• Run Your First 10K
• Advanced Beginner 10K Training Schedule

• Intermediate 10K Training Schedule
• Beginner Half-Marathon Training Schedule
• Advanced Beginner Half-Marathon Training Schedule
• Intermediate Half-Marathon Training Schedule
• Beginner Marathon Training Schedule

Racing and Training Tips

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

• Road Race Etiquette Tips
• Get Mentally Prepared for Your Marathon
• Race Day Tips for Your First Road Race

• How to Take Water from Hydration Stops
• How to Increase Your Distance
• Tips for Running Faster

Staying Motivated

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.

• Tips for Staying Motivated to Run
• Mental Strategies for Your Long Runs
• Top Excuses to Not Run - And How to Beat Them
• Get Out of Your Running Rut