Long-distance runners often have a lean and defined physique, which often raises the question of whether this type of training "burns" muscle. While the main goal of long runs is to improve ...

Lactate threshold workouts are one of the most important parts of a distance-running training plan. Putting your body through this type of exercise will help you run faster and run longer. “Lactate ...

Across the country, more people are lacing up their sneakers, whether it’s for neighborhood fun runs or full marathons. Just last year, the New York City Marathon saw more finishers than ever with ...

For nearly six decades, East African runners have held an unchallenged position in long-distance running, dominating global competitions. Recently, experts Gerasimos V. Grivas, Borja Muniz-Pardos, and ...