Easy running, by definition, should feel easy. But as any runner knows, those long, slow runs can sometimes be the most difficult of a training program—both mentally and physically. Some good news: ...

Running may look pretty straightforward on the surface: All you have to do is put one foot in front of the other. But when you break down each step and consider the ...

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Don't worry too much about form. One of the greatest runners of all time--Emil Zatopek--looked much worse as a runner than you will. Emil thrashed and grimaced. His head bobbed and his arms thrashed.

Many runners believe their natural stride could be improved. Here’s what to know before trying to change yours. By Christine Yu Want to get better at tennis? Fine-tune your serve. Swimming? Perfect ...

If you’ve just started pounding the pavement, you probably had this thought cross your mind soon after lacing up: What does proper running form look like? Am I running “wrong”?! Since you probably ...

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This article was reviewed by Craig Primack, MD, FACP, FAAP, FOMA. If you’ve been physically inactive for a while or have never identified as athletic, it can feel daunting to figure out how to start ...

Lately, the running community has been almost as polarized as the U.S. Congress over one simple yet revolutionary concept: barefoot running. It all started with the 2009 book Born to Run, in which Chr ...

Whether you’re a casual runner or you’re gearing up for marathon season, you know that nothing is more essential to your runs more than a properly-fitting shoe. A shoe that’s too small or too big can ...