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Athlete Journal: Julie Warren, Entry 15 - Rest and Recovery

All this down time after the LA Marathon has had me worried that I've lost all the fitness I've gained. Fortunately a long run today confirmed that it's done a lot of good!

5 Tips for Successfully Popping Your Triathlon Race Cherry

Triathlon is the fastest growing sport in the world. There is a better and a worse way to get started, though. Here are my 5 tips for successfully training for and competing in your first triathlon.

The Top 10 Best Training Exercises

Last week I shared the 10 worst training exercises - this week it's the 10 best! Are your favorites on this list? Should you be doing some of these? And did I miss some you think are the best?

Athlete Journal: Julie Warren, Entry 14 - Small Sacrifices

With just eight weeks left before the Great Wall marathon and a crazy packed schedule, I've spent the week figuring out how I'm going to balance work, life, and training.

Friday Flicks: David Goggins, Navy SEAL and Ultra Runner

In honor of our writer Andrew Read doing the Iron Man Melbourne this weekend, we're sharing one of his favorite videos. Meet David Goggins, U.S. Navy SEAL and ultrarunner.

Weight Training Basics for Runners

Weight training is essential for increasing running ability and decreasing chance of injury. I know from experience that it is possible to strength train without bulking. Here's what I recommend.

Speed Racer: How to Get Faster at Running, Cycling, and Swimming

If you've gotten into endurance sports you've probably gotten good at enduring pain for long periods of time. But are you actually getting faster? Here is my advice for improving your times.

The Correlation Between Running and Jumping Ability

A new study looks at the relationship between jumping power and run performance at various distances. Though ability varied between athletes, the relationship of jumping and running was solid.

Treadhills: 2 Treadmill Workouts That Improve Running Performance

The treadmill may be a symbol of globo gyms, but I've come to appreciate it, both for my old joints and the specific training it can offer. Here are 2 workouts guaranteed to improve your performance.

Sunday Seven: The Week's 7 Most Popular Articles, Vol. 48

Every Sunday we post the "Sunday Seven" so you can quickly see the 7 most popular articles of the week. This week: babies and biomechanics, training tips, mature athletes, and more!

A Week-by-Week Guide to Becoming a Runner (Later in Life and/or Safely)

Forget your "Couch to 10K" article. Here's the way to become a runner. It'll take time, but you'll avoid injury - especially if you're older than 35 - and complete your race, mud run, or triathlon.

Athlete Journal: Julie Warren, Entry 9 - Expectation Management

I ran a 10 mile race last weekend. The results were not what I hoped, but what disappointed me most was how I handled the race mentally. Now I'm trying to focus on positive thinking.

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