Yes, running more—provided you build up gradually over time—can make you a better runner, but it’s hardly the only piece of the puzzle. Strength training is a huge factor too: Adding it to your ...

Training for a race involves more than logging miles. Anna McGee demonstrated how resistance band exercises can help runners get ready for races like Grandma’s Marathon. “Any type of cardiovascular ...

It’s no secret that runners shouldn’t rely on running alone. To reduce the risk of injury and build strength, fitness and power in the process, runners should incorporate strength and conditioning ...

Two certified strength and conditioning specialists count the reasons runners should think about lifting differently this ...

As a running novice currently training for a half marathon, consistent runs on a sensible timetable have helped my distances, times, and confidence improve. But it can sometimes feel like there's more ...

If your goal is to get faster, then you’re probably focused on nailing all of the speed workouts (intervals, tempo runs, and hill sprints) scheduled on your calendar. While practicing quicker paces is ...

Primarily in terms of cardio health, running builds the strength of the heart muscle so that it can pump more blood around ...