YOUR GUIDE TO HALF MARATHON RACES, TRAINING & INSPIRATION

You wouldn’t be surprised to know Chicago half marathons are some of the most iconic in the country. Are you looking for views of Lake Michigan? A run down the Magnificent Mile? Or maybe Chicago’s newest half marathon through the West Side. We have the list of every Chicago half marathon in 2022 and 2023. [...]

Finding the best gifts for runners can be tricky. Do they run half marathons or full marathons? Do they wear Nike or New Balance? Do they use a running watch or just a phone?  Fortunately, this article will help you with the common running gift categories and top running gifts for that special runner in [...]

Looking for the best half marathons in the US to run in 2023? Start with the factors that are important to you like distance and destination. Second, pick a date far enough into the future you’d be physically ready for a race for (you may need a training plan). Once both of those are figured [...]

History buffs, movie buffs, sports buffs—all find common ground in Philadelphia. In this article, running buffs will find common ground in their love for a Philadelphia half marathon.  The City of Brotherly Love is where the Liberty Bell stands. It’s where the Declaration of Independence was signed. It’s also the backdrop to famous movies like [...]

So, you’ve made up your mind to run a half marathon…Congratulations!  Running a half marathon is something to be proud of. Less than 1% of the American population can claim they’ve completed one!  To ensure that you get the best possible outcome (which might just be finishing!), following a half marathon training plan is highly [...]

Training for a half or full marathon requires careful planning. Long-distance running demands strength training, stretching, proper running form, and consistent training.  As a result, novice and experienced runners often ask, “Should I run everyday?” Let’s take a look at the answer to that question as well as other related topics. How Many Days Per [...]

If you’re a newcomer to running, you might think running only requires a pair of shoes and the right attitude. But if you ask any seasoned runner, they’ll tell you that you can get away with just a solid pair of running shoes, but you’re much better off with a few more essentials. Here’s a [...]

Running a marathon is one of life’s greatest accomplishments that will take its toll on both your mind and body.  In preparation for any marathon, it’s important to plan a marathon diet leading up to, during, and after your race. This guide will help you put together a marathon nutrition plan to support your training [...]

There’s more to buying running shoes than simply walking in a running store, trying a pair or two on, making your purchase and then moving on with your day. Here’s a few tips for anyone who’s new to the shoe-buying process: 1) Head to Your Local Running Store The sales associate should measure your feet, [...]

Where has the year gone? It seems like just yesterday we were sitting down and writing our “2022 New Year’s Resolutions” to lose weight, read a book, and get more sleep. Over three hundred days later, we’re getting less sleep than ever and we promise we’re about to start reading The Da Vinci code, we [...]