Training for a Half Marathon

Learn how to get ready for your race.

The Health Impact of Running a Half Marathon: Pros and Cons
Hey there, fellow running enthusiast! Whether you’re a seasoned half-marathoner like me or just toeing the starting line of this exciting journey, there’s one question I hear again and again: Are half marathons hard, healthy, safe, or bad for you? Now, I don’t believe in one-size-fits-all answers, but let’s... Read more
The 5 Largest Half Marathons in the United States
The half-marathon is now the most popular of all the road race distances in the United States. As Ryan Lamppa, a researcher for Running USA puts it, the half is, “less time-consuming as far as training,” but just as satisfying as completing a marathon. Since 2003, the half-marathon has... Read more
7 Small Half Marathons Worth Traveling To
With half marathons growing in popularity (there were more than 1.85 million finishers in the United States alone, according to Running USA), one of the biggest challenges facing runners is simply deciding which race to run. Choices have never been more abundant. Of course, you can browse our complete... Read more