Tapering is one of the most important parts of any marathon training plan, but in many cases, it’s also one of the hardest to implement. Ever heard of the taper tantrums? They can feel real if you get ...

I’ve always used running to deal with my anxiety. It helps me destress, burn off extra energy from sitting all day, and reflect on my emotions in a safe space. But during my marathon taper, I ...

The final step in preparing for a marathon is tapering—a training method that gradually reduces training volume according to ...

When I started running in high school, I wasn’t just running: strength sessions consistently followed my after-school cross-country practices. Not only was I taught to hit my paces in interval ...