As a marathon runner, I've always taken a minimalist (read: cheap) approach to my gear. But when it comes to properly investing in—and maybe even splurging on—running gear, nothing is more important ...

Many runners believe their natural stride could be improved. Here’s what to know before trying to change yours. By Christine Yu Want to get better at tennis? Fine-tune your serve. Swimming? Perfect ...

If you’ve just started pounding the pavement, you probably had this thought cross your mind soon after lacing up: What does proper running form look like? Am I running “wrong”?! Since you probably ...

"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." When I first started running, I didn't know about all the gear that one could collect. I ran my first ...

While running may seem like a total lower body activity, your upper half does still play a role in helping you to become a stronger and more powerful runner. Read on to learn how your arms contribute ...

Researchers examined studies that looked at the benefits of strength training for running performance—particularly running economy—and found it does improve efficiency. Comparing heavy weights and low ...