Run Slow to Run Fast: But Why Does Slow Running Help Get Faster?
Slow running builds the aerobic base that makes fast running possible. How slow your easy runs should actually be, and why the pace feels too gentle.
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What is a Good Half Marathon Time, Really? (Exploring Different Goals)
A good half marathon is around 1:45 to 2:00 for most recreational runners. Average times by age and sex, a pace chart, and a calculator.
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Does Running Give You Abs? (Get Fit: The Link Between Running and Abs)
Running burns fat and works your core, but it will not give you abs on its own. What to add in training and in the kitchen to actually see them.
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Does Running Make Your Butt Bigger? (Tips and Tricks for Better Butt)
Running works your glutes, hamstrings and quads, so it builds some muscle. What it will and will not change, and how to train if you want more.
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Jogger’s Nipple: What Causes It and How to Prevent It
Jogger’s nipple is a friction burn from your shirt, not from running itself. What causes it, how to prevent it, and what to do once it starts.
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Hip Hurts After Running (Is It Safe to Keep Running With Sore Hips?)
Sore hips after a run usually trace back to tight hip flexors. The common causes, what eases the pain, and when it is safe to keep running.
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Why Do My Ankles Hurt When Running (Possible Causes and Best Fixes)
Why ankles hurt during a run, what the symptoms point to, and the changes to shoes, surface and training that stop it happening again.
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How Often Should You Run? (Tips for Optimal Health Benefits)
Three runs a week suits most beginners and leaves room to recover. How to find your own number, whether daily running works, and how much is too much.
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Are Nike Air Max Good for Running? (Mostly Not, and Here’s Why)
Air Max started life as running shoes in 1987, but today they are lifestyle sneakers. Here is when they still work for a run and what to wear instead.
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Tips For Running In The Rain (How to Prepare For Rainy Runs)
Running in the rain is safe with the right kit and a little care. What to wear, how to protect your feet and phone, and when to stay in.
