“Numbers will vary among different experience levels, but when training for a half, someone might be in the 30- to 40-mile ...

Another option to develop strength and power is to train on steep hills. One recent study found that hill runs developed ...

It is wise to practice taking military fitness tests, long before the real ones count toward your record or your chances of getting accepted into special programs. Otherwise, you are just guessing.

According to a study reported on for our in-depth look at pro runners’ mechanics, less experienced runners often put their ...

Training to run faster is a common issue for people serving in the military. The timed runs in semi-annual fitness tests are challenging, especially for military members who consider 1.5-2 miles "long ...

Reframing the effort can also help runners stay engaged in the race. Grove-McDonough tells her athletes to “give themselves a job.” For example, passing the runner ahead of them, staying with a pack, ...