What’s the Minimum Long Run Distance You Can Get Away With When Training for a Half Marathon?

For most beginners who run three or four times per week, a long run in the eight- to 10-mile range is a solid baseline.

I made a big long run mistake that set me back. Here’s how you can learn from my mishap.

Don’t let life get in the way of your post-long run recovery.

What Not to Do After a Long Run, According to Experts

After your long run is complete, the temptation to crash on the couch or get right back to work is strong. You finished your ...
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How I Recover From a Long Run During Marathon Training

September 13, 2024 Add as a preferred source on Google Add as a preferred source on Google Welcome to the second season of Training Diaries, a Lifehacker series about my journey to the 2024 ...

The long run vs total weekly mileage: experts unpack which matters more when improving running performance

Over-emphasising the importance of the weekly long run can undermine the fitness gains to be had midweek ...
The New York Times

Yes, You Can Run a Marathon

Preparing to run 26.2 miles can be daunting. Here’s how to structure four months of training. By Amanda Loudin When you cross the finish line of your first marathon, the high can make it easy to ...
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Garmin's Run Coach Can Help You Train for a Marathon

October 10, 2025 Add as a preferred source on Google Add as a preferred source on Google We may earn a commission from links on this page. Did you know you can customize Google to filter out garbage?