Forget six-day training weeks. This lower-mileage approach is helping busy runners reach the start line stronger and the ...

You’ll need lower-body, upper-body, and stomach strength to power your marathon training.

The first time I ran a marathon, I was 21, struggling through my junior year of college, not really sure what I was doing, and certainly not training the way I should. I crossed the finish line with ...

Last year, the New York City Marathon saw over 50,000 finishers, and April's 2019 Boston Marathon saw more than 25,000 people cross its finish line. Other popular marathons take place in Chicago, ...

It takes a steady increase in weekly mileage to cross the finish line in one piece. Volume requirements can vary depending on ...

One woman, who hated running, lost 200 pounds and is now training to run a half-marathon. She hired a coach to help her get ...

After running the New York City Marathon on the New Balance team in 2023, I was devoted to taking some time off from racing to let my body recover. But then Athleta reached out with an opportunity I ...

If you've got a half marathon on the horizon and are looking for a shorter 12-week build-up to prepare – whether it's your first 13.1 or you are aiming for a new personal best – you've come to the ...

Whether you're a seasoned runner or have contemplated just jogging a city block, these beloved instructors have got your endurance needs covered. Michelle is a writer for Shape, covering all things ...

The marathon is the longest distance many endurance athletes will cover in their running journeys. Depending on where you are in your level of ability and experience, training for the distance can ...

Training for a marathon often requires months of grueling work and commitment. But injuries and other responsibilities can sidetrack even the most dedicated runners. Sometimes, runners may have to ...

I WAS FIVE MILES from the finish line of April’s 2019 London Marathon when I started thinking about just how stupid it is to race one of these things. My legs were weak, my side was cramping and, to ...