17 results for tag: running

Master the Language of Running: 20 Terms You Need to Know

Have you ever bonked? Or trained with your terrible friend, the dreadmill? And what about the wall? Have you hit it yet? If you don't know how to answer because these sentences just don't make sense in the context, don't fret. Today, you'll learn the most common running terms and finally understand the runner lingo. W... More

Marathons Are Easy! (And Other Ridiculous Running Lies We Tell Ourselves)

10 ridiculous lies about running that you might identify with. More

Enjoy Your Post-Race High, Deal with Post-Race Blues, & Learn All About Post-Race Recovery!

You're nearing the finish line. Your body is exhausted but you've still got that one last drop of energy that'll help you finish strong. There's the arch. And, suddenly, after months of training, you're done. There's a medal around your neck and a banana in your hand. Your body's exhausted, but your mind's soaring. That's the ... More

Balance Social Life & Marathon Training in 5 Simple Steps

It's Friday evening and your colleagues have invited you to a bar. But what about that early morning long run tomorrow? Now it's Saturday night and your friends are organizing an awesome Sunday brunch, but you have a 15-mile training run planned and want to get it done before the heat kicks in. Sounds familiar? Balancing your ... More

Barely There: Yay or Nay? The Great Minimalist Shoe Debate

Some love them, some despise them: minimalistic shoes. Not even researchers can get a clear "yay" or "nay" answer. In this first article of an upcoming two-part series about running minimalism, let's discuss the good, the bad, and the ugly of minimalistic running shoes. Written & edited by Pavlína Marek Minimalism in ... More

Best Friends: 5 Ways to Safely Run with Your Dog!

When I come back from my teaching job, there's nothing better than disappearing into the woods for a run. Actually, scratch that—there is one better thing. It's disappearing into the woods for a run with my dog. Her unwavering excitement to go running no matter the weather helps me get out even when I'd rather stay in, and ... More

How Running Affects Your Health, Sleep, and Mood: A Transformation Guide for New Runners

My first ever (voluntary) run was more or less an accident. I was in the gorgeous redwoods of coastal California. After a busy day full of work and schoolwork, I headed to the woods for some peace and quiet. I didn't know back then that people ran on trails. I didn't know that ultramarathons existed. About halfway through my ... More

How to Return to Running after the Winter Break in 6 Simple Steps

Returning to running after the holiday season can feel like going on a mountain run in flip-flops. The festive period brings joy, celebrations, and often a break from our regular running routines. This pause is natural—your body and mind need and deserve the rest. After all, even bears hibernate, and like most things in ... More

The Elusive Runner’s High: What is It and How to Catch It?

When I don't feel like getting out there on a cold, windy, rainy night after a full day's work, I always say that the miles won't run themselves. Well, when you're experiencing the runner's high, that's exactly what they do. It's that sweet spot during a run when everything just clicks; your body feels light, pain melts away, ... More

Hottest Running Destinations for 2025

Destination races are a great way to see the world, offering a unique opportunity to combine running and travel. Sometimes, signing up for a race can even help you finally make those plans and book those flights. If you're still unsure about your 2025 travel plans, here are 12 hand-picked running destinations eagerly awaiting ... More