Marathon training is all about finding a balance between hard work and recovery. This 12-week training plan includes easy runs, tempo runs, interval sessions, and long runs, and is designed to keep ...

If you have mastered the 5k and 10k distances – and enjoyed the process of doing so – your natural next step might be tackling the half marathon (exciting!). However, while the distance (21.1k) is ...

On the surface, 5K runners and half marathoners have a lot in common: Both lace up their running shoes, consistently pound pavement, and follow a detailed training plan. But when it comes down to ...

For some runners, the road to racing ends at 13.1 miles. For others, it’s a bucket-list goal to conquer the full 26.2. Moving from a half marathon to a full marathon can be a big step in your running ...

Beth Skwarecki is Lifehacker’s Senior Health Editor, and holds certifications as a personal trainer and weightlifting coach. She has been writing about health for over 10 years. November 8, 2024 Add ...