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Sometimes it feels like you’ve tried everything possible, and just can’t get any faster. Every run ends up being the same pace no matter how much you push. I’m here to tell you that sometimes all you need is a fresh perspective and new ideas. Here are some of my favorite ways to increase your speed while still having energy leftover.

Here are 7 signs you might be running junk miles... and how getting rid of them can improve your training. Cutting out a junk run can help increase speed and endurance in running.

What Are Junk Miles? 7 Signs You Might Be Running Them

When training for a goal, most runners increase their mileage over the course of a few months. However, this can sometimes inadvertently lead to the …

Try these 5 jumping exercises to improve running performance. Combine running and jumping to boost running speed, power and endurance!

Running and Jumping: 5 Jumps That Will Improve Your Running

Running and jumping can go hand-in-hand with training for any type of race. If you’re trying to improve your running endurance or speed, including jumps …

The run slow to run fast method can help increase running speed without risking injury. Here’s how to use the 80/20 rule to run faster on race day while running slower in training! #runslowtorunfast

Run Slow to Run Fast: How to Use the 80/20 Rule in Running

More and more runners have begun using a bit of an unconventional training method: run slow to run fast. Whether for a PR or simply …

Try these 7 strategies to get a running PR at your next race. Here is how to create a training plan that will set you up for a personal record in running. #runningpr #personalrecord

What Is a Running PR? | 7 Tips to Set a Personal Record in Running

Setting a running PR is not only rewarding in the moment, but it often motivates runners to continue to improve. Whether you’ve conquered a new …

It is frustrating to do all of your training, and still notice that you are running slower. Here are 14 reasons why you're running slower, and how to quickly fix them. Get faster at running in no time! #slowrunning #runningslow #runningspeed

Why Am I Running Slower? 14 Reasons You’re Running Slow

It’s not uncommon to wonder why you are running slower. Unfortunately, even after months of training, many runners find themselves suddenly getting worse at running. …