Base training is an essential piece of marathon preparation. It’s when runners establish a consistent routine and build the aerobic fitness foundation that they’ll rely on later. Because the miles are ...

When a new runner tells Gemma Ward, New York Road Runners’ training and products lead, they want to train for a marathon, she doesn’t balk or try to convince them to start with a shorter distance. “We ...

Most marathon training plans last 12–16 weeks, but new runners often need additional time to build a safe running foundation. Training readiness depends on factors such as fitness level, age, injury ...

For decades, elite runners have travelled the world to train at high altitude. When oxygen levels in the air are low, the body responds by producing more red blood cells – the cells responsible for ...