Runner's Glossary of Running Terms
Get definitions for commonly-used running terms.
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.
The cooldown is an important part of any run. Get the definition.
When running races, you'll find the corrals at the starting line. Find out exactly what corrals are.
Fartlek, a Swedish term that means "speed play", is a form of interval or speed training and can be very effective in improving your speed and endurance. Learn more about fartlek training.
Learn what your lactate threshold is and how to do improve it.
Negative splitting is the ideal way to run a long distance race such as a half or full marathon. Find out what it means to run a negative split.
If you're new to running, you may not know what runners are talking about when they refer to their PR (Personal Record) or Personal Best (PB). Find out what this road racing term means.
Speedwork can help you run faster. Get the definition.
Splits are a common term used in running, especially in road racing or speed training. Get the definition.
Find out what stride are and how they can help you become a faster, more efficient runner.
Tapering is an important training phase for any long distance running event. Find out what tapering means.
Doing tempo runs on a regular basis can help you run faster. Get the definition of temp run.
