Category: TRAINING PROGRAMS
Returning Mileage Essay Question I am reading Brad Hudson’s book on self coaching and it is all about how to train smart, avoiding injuries, and his adaptive running technique, …
Tough Mudder Race The Tough Mudder race is more like a challenge than a typical distance race. It’s long, between 10 and 12 miles, but it has 20 to …
Tough Mudder Training Program The following is basic Tough Mudder Training Program that you should follow week to week as you work your way into shape for an obstacle …
Calories Burned Running – How many calories were burned off when I ran? Congratulations! The calories burned running happens extremely easily. Running is the second best exercise to burn …
Great motivation to keep on running! Need some motivation. Look no further! Running can be tough, but you’re tough too. Don’t let anyone or anything stop you from getting in …
Running Pain – The Good and the Bad Feelings From Running “And they say that this is good for you,” my Dad always joked when he finished up a run. …
Swimming for Runners – Keep your endurance and save your legs. Get wet! Why is swimming for runners? Working out in the water will obviously help you aerobically, and …
Biking – A Great Cross Training Tool for Runners. Biking is something I do out of sheer necessity. My knees aren’t able to handle the stress of running every …
Circuit Training for Runners in Ten Steps. So you are taking the dive into circuit training. There is something quite exhilarating about pushing some weights around. I definitely feel much …
The Benefits of Running – Body, Mind, and Spirit The benefits of running includes so many things. This list is far from complete because researchers continue to find more …
Setting Goals – Indoor Track Race Story Do you ever set any goals? You should. This is the story of how I became a believer in writing down what …
The Walk and Run Middle Distance Workout – Working with an Active Recovery How can a middle distance runner use a walk run workout? I did these types of …
A Great Continuous 3200 Meter Workout – Mix Speeds and Maximize your workout. This 3200 Meter Workout is a challenging continuous run. It is meant to be run on …
The 1500 meter workout to find your goal time. Run the 1500 find your goal time workout. It is a great test to see what you are capable of. …
1 Mile Repeats – Two different approaches to a classic interval workout Running 1 Mile Repeats is a workout that I both loved and hated to do. I always …
The Hill Extension – Train to pick it up at the top of the hill. Running a hill extension workout can give you a huge edge over your competition. …
Cool Down after a tough run, a workout, or a race for a faster recovery. Why is a cool down so important after a fast run, a tough interval …
Warm Up for Running before any quick run, hard workout, or race! You should always warm up for running. It can prevent injuries and help you to run faster. …
Cross Training – The best ways to improve at running when you’re not running. What does cross training for running mean? Why can’t I just run more to get …
Half Marathon Training Guide A half marathon training guide is very necessary for many runners. The race is simply too long to try and run without a good plan. …
Exercise Journal – Why you should keep track of your workouts. Do you keep an exercise journal? You should! Keeping track of your running, lifting, cross training, and even …
Do you want to start running right away? Try the beginner jog workout today. The beginner jog workout is a little tougher than the walk jog workout. If you …
No matter if you have never run before, this walk jog beginner running program is for you. Alright! Get ready for the walk jog workout. Hopefully you are cleared …
Running Log Options Do you keep a running log? You should. It is hard to improve, or see what helps you improve the most without keeping track of what …
Setting Running Goals – What do you want to achieve? In the past summer, I set my running goals high. I wanted to run 200 miles in 10 weeks …
Barefoot Running by Micheal Sandler – The Tips4Running.com Review The latest informational addition to the hottest running craze these days is Barefoot Running: How to Run Light and Free by …
Running the Edge by Adam Goucher and Tim Catalano – The Book Reviewed Can you run the edge? Will you become a distance maven? The book, Running the Edge: Discover the …
Running Books filled with ideas and inspiration to keep you running. Need some extra motivation, or just want to read a great story? Check out tips4running.com book suggestions. Any …
The Tempo Run also known as The Lactic Threshold Run The tempo run. It’s a staple for many great runners. Why? Well, it teaches your body to run fast …
Beginners Running Program – Start Walking, Get Running, Lose Weight All you need to start running is right here. The tips4running.com beginners running program will lead you through the …
Running Form – How to run fast, fluid, and injury free. I have been focusing on my running form over the past two years. Why did I start really …
Running Tips and Training Programs Index for Beginners to Marathon Runners At Tips4Running, we focus on providing runners with running tips on workouts, races from the 5k to the …
The Hill Run Workout – Run repeat hills or a hilly course “Hills are speedwork in disguise.” – Frank Shorter A hill run is a great way to build …
Marathon During Olympic Opening Ceremony The Olympic Opening Ceremony could be so much more. Why not add the Marathon to the Opening Ceremonies to make the event more than just a …
Core Strength – How to get your midsection strong and why it’s great for runners. Why is core strength so important? You run with your legs, and not your …
Running to Lose Weight Are you running to lose weight? If you start running consistently (3-4 times a week) I guarantee you will drop some pounds. There are a …
5K in Miles – How Far Five Kilometers is in Miles Here are simple conversions from kilometers to miles which includes the 5k in miles. At the end of …
The Fartlek or “Speed Play” Workout The word Fartlek means “speed play” in Swedish. Naturally then, this classic workout originated in Sweden. It calls for runners to switch the …
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The Marathon Plan Scam – The Truth about The 100 Day Marathon Plan I’ve read a lot about a supposed new marathon plan scam. The new marathon plan I …
Having a goal is very important, but are you setting smart running goals? Set smart running goals because, “If you aren’t improving, then you are getting worse.” This statement …
Train For Marathon Running – How to Make Running a Priority How can you find the time to train for marathon running? I won’t sugar coat it. You have …
Training for a 5k with more than just distance runs There are a lot of variables when you are training for a 5k. The biggest of them all is …
Beginner Half Marathon Training – A Complete Guide Take a look around the web and you’ll find several beginner half marathon training guides. This article is no different from …
The 100 Day Marathon Plan Review at tips4running.com Most marathon plans are very similar. They basically center around running three to six times a week. One of those runs …
The Long Run – Build your endurance with an easy but longer distance run A long run should be a part of every distance runners routine. If you are …
Train for marathon running – Have a great plan so you can run a great race. It is a tall task. How do I train for marathon running? How …
Mixed Distance Intervals When you run mixed distance intervals, your body has to adjust to lactic acid invading your body early. First, you run a longer interval (2000 meters …
The Progressive Run – A tough but extremely effective workout. A Progressive Run sounds just like what it means. The run gets progressively faster each mile. If you are …
Running Workouts for Distance Runners The running workouts described below are for an experienced runner. You shouldn’t be doing these workouts if you are new to running, or you …