I can’t wait for this run to be over! You may think that I most frequently hear that phrase in my head while completing a tough run, like an interval session or a dreaded tempo workout. False. I long ...

Embracing the concept of slow and easy runs can feel like a game of mental gymnastics. Can you really become a better, faster ...

As runners, we often want to work hard. We’re not afraid to push our limits and push our pace. However! Taking it easy is super important when it comes to gearing up for a race or simply getting ...

Want those easy miles to fly by? Go ahead and put on your headphones.

Right now in the fitness community, the hottest topic is Zone 2 training. Everywhere you look, both coaches and runners are extolling the benefits of running at a Zone 2 effort, while advising runners ...

To understand ‘conversational pace’, we need to talk about zone 2 – a subject on the lips of seemingly every running influencer. As a result, you may be feeling a little perplexed at what ...

One of the big debates in endurance sports these days is about “training intensity distribution,” which is a fancy term for how much of your training time you spend going easy, medium, or hard. The ...

Running too fast is a beginner mistake, but that doesn’t mean your runs always have to be turtle-slow. Beth Skwarecki is Lifehacker’s Senior Health Editor, and holds certifications as a personal ...