Training

We’ve all felt that panic when you wander off trail and can’t find your way back. Gaia GPS solves this problem.

These six exercises will help wake up and strengthen your ever-important glute muscles.

You can get strong and support faster running on just a few minutes a day.

How to stay happy and injury-free on the trails

There are better ways to build a strong core.

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While specific training methodology varies, these 5 general principles are nearly universal. And you can check off most of these boxes in a relatively short time.

Do a lot, but don't do too much.

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I am planning on running my first 100-mile race this summer, but the farthest I’ve run is 50 miles.

All the physiological proof you need that you should definitely be doing hill repeats if you're trying to become a more efficient, faster, and injury-free runner.

There are 4 physiological reasons why consistent runs have an oversized effect on long-term growth. On a tough day, even 10 or 20 minutes can be plenty to spur progress.

How to balance play and purpose in your training.

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With fall marathons back on, we’re celebrating the return to racing—and the positive side effects it can have on our lives

Your hunch is indeed the truth: You run well when you’re enjoying it, and you enjoy running when you run well.

These small moves bring the heat when it comes to building strength.

Power hiking, night running and practicing with a heavy pack. Here's how Jacky Hunt-Broersma is getting ready to run 240 miles.

When the mountains call, make sure to answer with extra rest days.

50 milers are a perfect sweet spot between speed and endurance, encouraging long-term growth while allowing athletes to explore their endurance limits.

When is that a super power and when is it standing in the way of your goals?

Even after you've quarantined and are no longer infected, doctors recommend you run with caution.

Are the watch estimates correct? And how much do they matter?

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There are lots of ways to find your running potential. These tips may not be helpful in that process.

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The most disciplined runners know how to not to always do the max. Here's how to nurture one of the skills that can separate those who achieve long-term success from those whose careers are often plagued by injury.

Learn tools and techniques to help you prepare for and overcome some of the biggest mental and emotional challenges you may encounter in trail running.

Most workouts should be sustainable and repeatable. But some workouts should empty the fitness tank entirely. That’s where these eight workouts come in.

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Run too fast some of the time, and you’ll probably get slower all the time. Here's what aerobic threshold is, and how to train below it.  

Father Time is undefeated. But with smart training, we can give him a run for his money.

How a Boston-based program is using running, fitness, and holistic care to help veterans in life after service

Your long-run pace depends on your running goals, what systems you're trying to improve, current fitness, and what you mean by long.

Here's how to maximize your time on the 'mill for benefits on the trails.

Strength training can be intimidating if you don't know where to start, but once you get into it you'll find it's so empowering.

A July 2021 study found that hormone levels throughout the menstrual cycle can affect heart-rate variability and resting heart rate. What does that mean for training?

Not every run needs to be a serious workout. Here's what you need to know about chilling out and slowing down.

Olympian Alan Culpepper explains that any runner can train like the best in the world. It’s the mentality and approach that matters—not world-record speed.

Battle race day woes with performance psychology.

The biggest challenge of being injured can often be the mental and emotional impacts of being sidelined.

Masters-aged runners need to pay more attention to heat acclimation. Here's why.

Your watch is only as smart as its user. Here's how to be strategic about your gadget's feedback and metrics.

A little bout of fatigue can develop into training overreach, which can blossom into overtraining syndrome. Here's how to know the difference.

Learn the difference between flexibility and mobility, and focus on the latter.

The paradox of effort: Is trying too hard holding you back from reaching your goals?

Rehabbing an ankle sprain is critical for reducing the risk of future ankle sprains and the development of chronic ankle instability. Here's a 5-stage rehab program with 10 exercises.

Watch David Roche break down training tips and tricks for leveling up in your next ultramarathon.

Adding tempo running before or after intervals can contribute to major fitness gains during training builds.

Here are a few of our favorite ways to spice up your next run when things start to feel mundane.

Pro runner Max King offers tips, tricks, and helpful perspective for falling on trail runs.

Ask the coach: are saunas beneficial for runners, or do they do more harm than good?

Road marathons are a unique beast. Here's how you can adapt big, sexy marathon workouts for your next trail race.

There are two things to think about when deciding whether or not to run an ultra: physical preparedness and psychological motivation.

The July 2021 study found that level, uphill, and downhill running economy are correlated except at the steepest grades. What does it mean for training?

You can stay mobile even when you must stay at home, and build habits that will serve you long after the pandemic.

Feeling blah? Here are a few tips for getting yourself more motivated to run when you really don't want to.

While we are all unique, there are some themes that might help you strengthen your mental toughness and learn to work with your inner critic.

A training plan for beginner trail runners.

Foot pain slowing you down? Follow this advice to keep your feet healthy and pain-free.

What is plyometric training and how can it benefit you?

Whether you’re looking to transition from pavement to dirt or just log more and faster miles off-road, Saucony athlete Katie Asmuth has you covered with hard-earned tips and advice

How Mario Mendoza is training to conquer the alps at the UTMB 100-mile trail run this August.

While the literature on alcohol and athletic performance is somewhat mixed, it’s worth tracking how you respond to even small amounts due to the risk of impaired recovery.

Strength and running coach Nell Rojas shares her favorite go-to strength workout.

Advanced training methods proven effective by scientists, coaches, and athletes.

There's a lot more to optimizing recovery than just taking a break from running. Here are four tips to make sure you nail your rest time.

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Traveling can be tough on your body, especially ahead of a big race. Here's how to set yourself up for success when on the go.

Unless you're very intentionally paying attention to these elements, you're probably learning bad habits that are contributing to weak glutes.

It's one of the most important questions to consider before you start any type of regular training.

Developing proper form can feel complex and overwhelming. This cue focused on the angle of the shin and femur has helped some athletes that struggle with practicing the best form.

What science says about running in the heat, and when hot is too hot to run.

Everything trail running women need to know to feel confident on the trails.

Nerves on race day are completely normal and everyone experiences them. Here are the things to keep in mind before you race.