Runners hate hearing the words, “it’s time to start the taper”. But did you know that correctly doing a half marathon taper could improve your race performance by up to 5.6% and your time to fatigue ...

The dip in your training volume during the last few weeks leading up to race day can offer a sigh of relief at the end of an extensive marathon or half marathon training plan. But, shorter distances ...

We’re not keen on the word ‘taper’. The word is synonymous with cutting back or reducing and often brings about feelings of anxiety and rustiness. The key to getting your marathon taper right is to ...

Richard A. Lovett is my professional name. Friends know me as Rick. I’ve done a lot of things in my life, including getting a Ph.D., and being a law prof, but these days, I’m primarily a writer and ...

Fall marathons are looming, and tens of thousands of runners are finally preparing to toe the line to see just what they can do after all these months of waiting. A big piece of success lies in the ...