Running has become increasingly popular, with fitness-tracking apps like Strava reporting a four percent increase in logged runs in 2023. The New York Road Runners also noted a surge in demand for ...

According to data from RunRepeat, the average finish time for a 5k among UK male runners is 29 minutes. Running Level says a ...

It’s not just you—more and more people are taking up running: Fitness-tracking app Strava saw a four percent increase in runs logged in 2023 and New York Road Runners, organizer of the New York City ...

Training for a 5K requires more than just running. Proper conditioning combines physical preparation, mental training and recovery strategies to help runners reach the finish line strong. Whether ...

The Runner’s World Guide to 3-Day-a-Week Training was created with our three-day training plans in mind.

That said, you don’t need a fancy membership to embrace hybrid training. “Since hybrid training is so versatile, hybrid programs may not require any specific equipment or gym ...

Set your sights on a new PR with our 5k training plan for intermediate runners, featuring easy runs, tempo runs, and speed work. The path to a personal best is paved with persistence and the right ...

Which is harder: a 5K or a marathon? Ask a runner who specializes in either, and they’ll likely say it’s the other one. The truth is, both these distances can be seriously challenging—and training for ...

On a recent business trip, I asked the concierge at my hotel for advice about where to go running. "Are you training for a marathon?" he asked. Nope. I'm racing 5Ks, I told him. He gave me a puzzled ...

Many people with MS are heat sensitive, so keeping cool can help. There are cooling vests and other types of clothing available, and cold drinks, hydration, shady locations, and a hat can help.