Elliptical Vs. Running: Which Gives The Better Workout?
But what if we take a step back from our running-centric mindset and examine the elliptical vs. running debate objectively?
Is elliptical training as good as running?
Both elliptical training and running can offer an effective workout, and both have unique benefits.
Elliptical vs Treadmill: We Compare The Fitness Benefits
Most people know that consistent aerobic exercise benefits the cardiovascular system. However, choosing the best type of cardio exercise is often a question that beginners get hung up on. Therefore, as a certified personal trainer (CPT), some of the most common questions regarding choosing a type of cardio machine at the gym are: Is it ... Read more
The Perfect Warm Up for Runners: My Step-by-Step Routine
Back in the day, we were told a warm up for runners was a sequence of contorting static stretches. Gradually, sports science moved on and proved these old routines ineffective. Runners then ditched the warm-up (if they had ever taken the time to do them at all) and got used to just heading out the door ... Read more
How To Nail Your Marathon Taper: A Complete 3-Week Plan
By the time marathon race day is on the horizon, you’ve already done the hard part. You’ve stacked the long runs, pushed through the peak weeks, and built the fitness you need to cover 26.2 miles strong. But here’s the mistake many runners make: they treat the final weeks like a victory lap, or worse, ... Read more
How To Train For A Half Marathon: 8 Expert Tips For First-Timers
Training for your first half-marathon is equal parts exciting, intimidating, and incredibly rewarding. Thirteen-point-one miles is a big leap, but it’s also one of the most achievable endurance goals out there if you approach it with patience, consistency, and a smart plan. You don’t need to be fast, experienced, or “built like a runner” to ... Read more
Does a “Marginal Gains” Approach Actually Help Your Running? 5 Performance Experts Weigh In
I’ve been running marathons for 60 years, and trust me, this is a Golden Age for marathon runners. Just look at all the magic workouts, glitzy gadgets, and supplements promising a big boost. But all of them demand careful evaluation. Because this is also a terrible time for gullible runners who fall victim to the temptation ... Read more
The Best 3 Day a Week Half Marathon Training Plan (For Busy or Injury-Prone Runners)
Training for a half-marathon is a real time investment—between runs, recovery, strength work, and everything else life throws at you, it can start to feel like a part-time job. But not everyone can (or should) run five or six days a week. Maybe your schedule is packed, maybe you’re coming back from injury, or maybe ... Read more
Does Running Burn Fat? 8 Smart Tips To Lose Weight Running
Among the many physical and mental health benefits of running, a common motivation hitting the pavement or trails is to burn fat and support a healthier body composition. And the science backs it up—running is one of the most efficient forms of cardiovascular exercise when it comes to calorie expenditure. According to the American Council ... Read more
How To Start Working Out Again After A Long Break
One of life’s beauties is that it’s an adventure, but when life throws you a curveball, it can disrupt your routine or derail your usual plans. Although we try to be consistent with our fitness routines, sometimes, life’s twists and turns force us to take an extended break from regular exercise. Whether you’ve had an ... Read more
What To Do Before a Run: Essential Pre-Run Routine Tips
At the beginning of my running career, I would wake up every day, throw on my running clothes, and walk out the door to begin my morning run. Well, I don’t know if age caught up with me or what, but that is not a possibility anymore if I want to have a successful workout. ... Read more
30 Day Running Challenge For Beginners
Have you ever felt a twinge of FOMO when you’re scrolling through your Instagram feed, and you see photos of your friends triumphantly finishing races or showing their post-run selfie smiles? Or perhaps you used to run, but it’s been years since you felt you had the time, energy, and motivation to run consistently. Whether ... Read more
How to Break Through a Workout Plateau (And Start Making Progress Again)
Many are familiar with the idea of a weight-loss plateau, but plateaus don’t just happen on the scale. They happen in training, too. If you’ve been running consistently yet feel like your pace isn’t improving, your endurance has stalled, or your workouts no longer feel effective, you may have hit a workout plateau. Despite putting ... Read more
How To Run 10K In An Hour (Or Less): The Training Blueprint From Our Expert Coach
After finishing your first 5K, it’s only natural to start wondering, “What’s next?” For many runners, the 10K becomes the perfect stepping stone because it’s a distance long enough to feel like real progress, but short enough to train for without overhauling your entire life. If you’ve been running consistently, have tackled a few 5Ks, ... Read more
What Is Running Power? A Complete Guide to Boosting It
Meet your new favorite running metric: POWER.
US Marathon Champ Conner Mantz Pulls Out Of Next Race Due To Injury
Conner Mantz has withdrawn from the USATF Cross Country Championships, confirming in a new Instagram post that the injury he mentioned last week has not resolved in time for him to race. The American marathon record holder wrote that his original plan was to end the year in Portland to try to qualify for the ... Read more
